Agenda Item
iii. Donation Acceptance of $6,500 from Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for Rock the Vote Initiative (Not to exceed $6,500) ~ Updated 12.9.2024
Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept a donation of $6,500 from the Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. designated exclusively for transportation costs related to the Rock the Vote initiative.
Why: The funding provided by the Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in the support of the Rock the Vote initiative will be used to cover transportation costs for students, ensuring equitable access to voting for eligible high school students.
Details: The Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has generously donated $6,500 to DeKalb County School District with the purpose of providing transportation for students to participate in Rock the Vote activities. This funding will help facilitate student involvement in the democratic process, as it ensures that all eligible students have access to voting sites as part of the Rock the Vote initiative. This donation is exclusively designated for Rock the Vote transportation expenses.
Financial impact: There is No Financial Impact
Contact: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Approved by Legal Affairs
DATE RECEIVED: ______________
MATTER ASSIGNED TO: _________
Request for Legal Assistance
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DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
Title of Item/Topic:
Rock the Vote Donation from Delta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
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(e.g., contract review, policy matter, etc.)
12/03/24
Date of request: ___________
12/03/24
Due Date: ___________ (Allow 3 to 5 business days)
Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, INC. has generously donated funding to
Background information/Detail: __________________________________________________________
to ensure eligible students have access to voting sites. Donatin designated for Rock the Vote transportation expenses.
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PROCUREMENT DETAILS (if applicable)
Include details confirming that all applicable DCSD procurement policies and requirements have been
Statement of donated funds of $6,000 submitted to Rock the Vote
adhered to: ____________________________________________________________________________
program by Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Incorporated
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Please attach/include any additional supporting documentation that are relevant to your request.
Documentation of Donated Funds
Description of supporting documentation, if any ____________________________________________
REQUIRED AUTHORIZATION
Thomas Glanton
Requested by: _____________________________________________________________________
Thomas_Glanton@dekalbschoolsga.org
Email: __________________________ 678-676-1079
Telephone: ____________________________________
Area High Schools
Department: _______________________________________________________________________
Jennifer Caracciolo
Cabinet Member authorizing the request: _______________________________________________
LEGAL APPROVAL
Approved as to form by the DCSD Office of Legal Affairs? ☐ Yes ☐ No
-OR- (check one only)
Approved as to form by Outside Legal Counsel? ☐ Yes ☐ No
*Referrals to Outside Legal Counsel must be coordinated and approved by the DCSD Legal Dept.
Approving Attorney (and law firm if Outside Counsel H. Eric Hilton, Esq.
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Comments: __________________________________________________________________________
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