Formed in 2004 as a 501c3 non-profit organization, The Blue and Gold Foundation raises funds to support Chamblee High School and the greater Chamblee Community. The Blue and Gold Foundation offers support for the CCHS Legacy of Excellence in many ways, including:
- Provides numerous grants throughout the year as requested by teachers and administration to support academic programming, extracurricular activities and needed equipment
- Annually awards Westby College Scholarship and Dante Porter Scholarship to two graduating CCHS Seniors
- Coordinates Senior Legacy Gift for each graduating class
- Annually hosts Hall of Fame event to award and recognize notable alumni, former faculty, CCHS parent volunteers and businesses
- Hosts Silent Auction and Gala fundraiser every other year to support of CCHS projects
- Stores and preserves CCHS memorabilia
- Liaison with CCHS alumni and alumni events
- Provides annual updates to sports banners and STAR Student and Teacher plaques
The Board of Directors is led by Executive Director Cheryl Finke and the Board includes former CCHS parents, alumni, current and retired teachers and administrators, community leaders, and other supporters of Chamblee High School. Please click on the link below for more information about the Blue & Gold Foundation.