Fall Giving Campaign 25/26

Realms Middle and High School are unique EL Education public schools right here in Bend, Oregon—schools where learning doesn’t just happen inside the classroom. Through hands-on fieldwork, students connect their studies to the real world, exploring our local environment, engaging in service projects, and learning through experience. These immersive outdoor opportunities are a cornerstone of Realms’ approach to education, inspiring curiosity, leadership, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Because public funding doesn’t fully cover these powerful learning experiences, Realms relies on the generous support of our community through fundraisers like this one.

Bend is a city defined by its connection to the outdoors, and Realms students embrace that spirit by giving back to the community that surrounds them. Whether restoring local trails, partnering with nonprofits, or studying environmental stewardship in our forests and rivers, Realms students learn the value of contributing to something bigger than themselves. Your support helps ensure that every student has access to these transformative, hands-on experiences that make learning at Realms truly extraordinary. Together, we can keep this vision alive for the next generation of explorers, innovators, and community leaders.

Donations are tax-deductible through the Friends of Realms 501c3, non-profit organization!

ALSO, some companies match donations employees make to non-profits. Does yours? You have the power to make a greater impact with your donation. Ask your human resources department about the qualifying matching amount for your company.