Support French International
Thank you for your interest in supporting French International School of Oregon!
Like most independent schools, French International relies on financial and volunteer support from our community to support day-to-day operations, as well as larger strategic initiatives, enabling our school to continue moving boldly forward in our mission. Contributions of time, treasure, and talent from our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends help to make French International extraordinary. We encourage each of our families to make French International one of their top philanthropic priorities.
WHY GIVING MATTERS
Your philanthropic support ensures that our students experience the fullest possible range of intellectual, artistic, athletic, technological and social opportunities.
Our Annual Fund supports our operating budget and our Capital Campaign funds our campus transformation. Read more about the Annual Fund and Grow With Us Capital Campaign.
The generous contributions of our families, grandparents, alumni, parents of alumni, and friends directly benefits our students and helps our school adapt to the challenges of an increasingly intricate world.
MEET THE TEAM
News and Donor Stories
![Community Spotlight: Kat Cornwell]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764631304/faispdx/dgyvylmnnqiznxvpamoh/Cornwell-ChristensenFamily.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764631304/faispdx/dgyvylmnnqiznxvpamoh/Cornwell-ChristensenFamily.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764631304/faispdx/dgyvylmnnqiznxvpamoh/Cornwell-ChristensenFamily.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764631304/faispdx/dgyvylmnnqiznxvpamoh/Cornwell-ChristensenFamily.jpg","width":1099}])
At French International, we are proud to have a vibrant community dedicated to shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. The Cornwell-Christensen family joined French International in 2021, and daughter Logan is now in second grade. Kat Cornwell and John Christensen have been very involved in the community since they started. Read on to learn more about their love of FI!
![Community Spotlight: The McBride Family]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761756434/faispdx/r0sldtmxnimhwmqwdqiv/TheMcBrides.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761756434/faispdx/r0sldtmxnimhwmqwdqiv/TheMcBrides.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761756434/faispdx/r0sldtmxnimhwmqwdqiv/TheMcBrides.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761756434/faispdx/r0sldtmxnimhwmqwdqiv/TheMcBrides.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761756434/faispdx/r0sldtmxnimhwmqwdqiv/TheMcBrides.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761756434/faispdx/r0sldtmxnimhwmqwdqiv/TheMcBrides.jpg","width":2200}])
At French International, we are proud to have a vibrant community dedicated to shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Carrie and Charlie McBride joined French International in 2019 and have been involved in the community ever since.
![French International Celebrates Fête du Vin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759960283/faispdx/yp6njdux30mwpgxxecna/Fete2025-19.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759960283/faispdx/yp6njdux30mwpgxxecna/Fete2025-19.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759960283/faispdx/yp6njdux30mwpgxxecna/Fete2025-19.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759960283/faispdx/yp6njdux30mwpgxxecna/Fete2025-19.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1759960283/faispdx/yp6njdux30mwpgxxecna/Fete2025-19.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759960283/faispdx/yp6njdux30mwpgxxecna/Fete2025-19.jpg","width":1800}])
On October 4, we celebrated our annual Fête du Vin event. The community came together to enjoy wine while raising important funds for the school. With 14 wineries plus a cocktail bar and other special treats, the night was a blast.
![September Campus Transformation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759344765/faispdx/ds3d1lysmpogsu9kuga5/DSC_0145.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759344765/faispdx/ds3d1lysmpogsu9kuga5/DSC_0145.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759344765/faispdx/ds3d1lysmpogsu9kuga5/DSC_0145.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759344765/faispdx/ds3d1lysmpogsu9kuga5/DSC_0145.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1759344765/faispdx/ds3d1lysmpogsu9kuga5/DSC_0145.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759344765/faispdx/ds3d1lysmpogsu9kuga5/DSC_0145.jpg","width":2048}])
It was a busy summer on campus as the Maternelle buildings reach their final stages. Each of the four Maternelle buildings saw significant progress during the warm weather, and crews are working hard to get them completed. On the campaign side, we have two new co-chairs of the Capital Campaign Committee who are excited to be part of the process.
![Community Spotlight: Christine Zinkgraf]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759269214/faispdx/z1nrbctaldlmkze6ll4q/image1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759269214/faispdx/z1nrbctaldlmkze6ll4q/image1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759269214/faispdx/z1nrbctaldlmkze6ll4q/image1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759269214/faispdx/z1nrbctaldlmkze6ll4q/image1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1759269214/faispdx/z1nrbctaldlmkze6ll4q/image1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759269214/faispdx/z1nrbctaldlmkze6ll4q/image1.jpg","width":2048}])
At French International, we are proud to have a vibrant community dedicated to shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Christine Zinkgraf and her family joined FI in 2021. Christine serves as Secretary of the Board of Trustees and lends her expertise as an advisor on the campus transformation project. Read on to learn more about her love for French International!
![Volunteer Spotlight: Madison Bonham]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745940982/faispdx/xv1xsjnsmuh2s0oqe8oh/Img_2025_04_28_12_49_27.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745940982/faispdx/xv1xsjnsmuh2s0oqe8oh/Img_2025_04_28_12_49_27.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745940982/faispdx/xv1xsjnsmuh2s0oqe8oh/Img_2025_04_28_12_49_27.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745940982/faispdx/xv1xsjnsmuh2s0oqe8oh/Img_2025_04_28_12_49_27.jpg","width":864}])
At French International, we are proud to have parents dedicated to positively shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Volunteering involves the entire family in a student’s educational life. Hear from Annual Fund Representative, Madison Bonham.
![Annual Fund Participation Competition: A Celebration of Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745964589/faispdx/ab5gxlp8mllxwv0arwpk/DSC_0285.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745964589/faispdx/ab5gxlp8mllxwv0arwpk/DSC_0285.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745964589/faispdx/ab5gxlp8mllxwv0arwpk/DSC_0285.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745964589/faispdx/ab5gxlp8mllxwv0arwpk/DSC_0285.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745964589/faispdx/ab5gxlp8mllxwv0arwpk/DSC_0285.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745964589/faispdx/ab5gxlp8mllxwv0arwpk/DSC_0285.jpg","width":2048}])
From April 1 to 18, the French International parent community supported the school during the Annual Fund Participation Competition. The goal was 100% parent participation, celebrating a collective commitment to our students, teachers, and school.
![Volunteer Spotlight: Brie Fisher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744671190/faispdx/mdnbddpgg7ie8perpdxo/_85A49191.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744671190/faispdx/mdnbddpgg7ie8perpdxo/_85A49191.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744671190/faispdx/mdnbddpgg7ie8perpdxo/_85A49191.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744671190/faispdx/mdnbddpgg7ie8perpdxo/_85A49191.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744671190/faispdx/mdnbddpgg7ie8perpdxo/_85A49191.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744671190/faispdx/mdnbddpgg7ie8perpdxo/_85A49191.jpg","width":1800}])
At French International, we are proud to have parents dedicated to positively shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Volunteering involves the entire family in a student’s educational life. Hear from Gala co-chair, Brie Fisher.
![Through the Looking Glass Gala]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743440367/faispdx/qisnkk89mxwlvjgmqopm/_85A4736.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743440367/faispdx/qisnkk89mxwlvjgmqopm/_85A4736.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743440367/faispdx/qisnkk89mxwlvjgmqopm/_85A4736.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743440367/faispdx/qisnkk89mxwlvjgmqopm/_85A4736.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1743440367/faispdx/qisnkk89mxwlvjgmqopm/_85A4736.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743440367/faispdx/qisnkk89mxwlvjgmqopm/_85A4736.jpg","width":1800}])
On March 22, French International hosted its Annual Gala and Auction at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts. It was a Through the Looking Glass-themed night full of whimsy, magic, and giving.
![Volunteer Spotlight: Megan Hall & Heather Zornetzer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740520765/faispdx/wghu2qrmgaionkmmme26/VolunteerSpotlight1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740520765/faispdx/wghu2qrmgaionkmmme26/VolunteerSpotlight1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740520765/faispdx/wghu2qrmgaionkmmme26/VolunteerSpotlight1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740520765/faispdx/wghu2qrmgaionkmmme26/VolunteerSpotlight1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740520765/faispdx/wghu2qrmgaionkmmme26/VolunteerSpotlight1.png","width":1366}])
At French International, we are proud to have parents dedicated to positively shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Volunteering involves the entire family in a student’s educational life. Learn why Megan Hall and Heather Zornetzer support the school through volunteering.