Generosity In Action
The Soar Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation that encompasses the PTO, Boosters, and all fundraising and sponsorship opportunities at Mountain Island Charter School. The Soar Foundation is honored to support the amazing year we have had at Mountain Island Charter School. From student successes in the classroom and on the field, to record staff achievements, Raptor Nation should be proud! Going into the 2025/26 school year, we are excited to launch our new Soar Foundation motto - Generosity in Action - representing our thanks for your contributions and our plans to turn your generosity into action.
With your support, we’ve empowered students, families, and educators alike
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Turf Replacement
In a huge upgrade, new state-of-the-art turf was laid at Raptor Stadium and
baseball/softball infields.
Turf Replacement
In a huge upgrade, new state-of-the-art turf was laid at Raptor Stadium and
baseball/softball infields.
Staff Appreciation
Each year SOAR hosts multiple staff appreciation events including multiple luncheons throughout the year and fun at a Knights game!
Staff Appreciation
Each year SOAR hosts multiple staff appreciation events including multiple luncheons throughout the year and fun at a Knights game!
Buses
MICS provides transportation across our community with the help of our donors
Color Run
In 2025 we held our inaugural Boosters Color Run. Kids and adults had a blast raising money for our athletic teams.
Color Run
In 2025 we held our inaugural Boosters Color Run. Kids and adults had a blast raising money for our athletic teams.
Raptor Run
MICS's premier fundraising event where all students, staff, and parents participate to raise significant funds to support our school!
Land acquistion
SOAR has purchased additional land by the main school campus to provide all staff with the necessary space to perform their best work.
Land acquistion
SOAR has purchased additional land by the main school campus to provide all staff with the necessary space to perform their best work.
High School Virtual Mental Health Suite
MICS and SOAR collaborated on creating a space to support students in building resilience, accessing mental health resources, and fostering emotional well-being.
Lego League
SOAR provides funds to expand and enhance the Lego League - a feeder program into the Iced Java Robotics team.
STEM Support
SOAR and MICS have been strong supports of enhancing STEM programs in our community, including supporting the Iced Java FIRST Robotics team.
Book Fair
PTO hosts a book fair each year to encouraging kids to read. This is combined with a Character Parade where the kids get to dress up as their favorite book characters!
SOAR Community Night
Each year SOAR hosts Community Night at the beginning of the school year at Royal Bliss in Denver, NC to provide opportunity for staff, parents, PTO, SOAR, and the MICS School Board to connect and engage.
Movie Night
PTO hosts an elementary movie night each year to serve the community and the kids. Come out for fellowship as well as hot dogs!
Spirit Nights
Each year PTO partners with local institutions to host MICS Spirit Nights. Its a great way to raise money for the school and enjoy the local community.
Spirit Nights
Each year PTO partners with local institutions to host MICS Spirit Nights. Its a great way to raise money for the school and enjoy the local community.
Chromebooks
The SOAR foundation donated to purchase additional computers.
Band Program
Donations supported the purchase of band instruments for students
Silent Auction
Every year SOAR hosts an auction as a fun event and great way to raise funds
Mother Son Top Golf
Our PTO hosted a phenomenal event for our families at Top Golf
Daddy Daughter Dance
Our families attended one of the PTO sponsored event for some sick beats
Athletic Seating
SOAR purchased additional upgraded seating for athletic events.
Upgraded Nutrition for On-site service
SOAR and MICS collaborated on building appropriate resources to support on site food service leading to significant improvement in service.
Upgraded Nutrition for On-site service
SOAR and MICS collaborated on building appropriate resources to support on site food service leading to significant improvement in service.
The Soar Foundation is an all-volunteer run 501(c)3 non-profit tasked with fundraising for MICS. In addition, the foundation owns the MICS campus and holds the $31.5M in school bonds incurred to build it. Because charter schools do not receive state funding specifically designated for transportation or buildings, we rely on the generosity of our community to help cover these costs.
Our mission is to support MICS in becoming the best school it can be - fostering excellence, growth, and a thriving community for all.
Your involvement is essential to the continued success of Mountain Island Charter School. Contributions of time through many avenues of volunteerism are encouraged. These include but are not limited to coaching positions, field trip chaperoning, room parent contribution, and participation in the MICS PTO. Our fundraising efforts include the Raptor Run, Silent Auction, and the Boosters Color Run. Further monthly donations are accepted, and business sponsorship is available. We kindly ask that you consider the MICS Soar Foundation in your charitable giving.
Did you know?
Charter schools do not receive building or transportation dollars as part of their per pupil funding, thus MICS students are funded less on average than a typical public school. Our school relies on the community for make up for this gap in support. Rather than fundraising large sums of money over many years, our founding families pledged capital to The Soar foundation, allowing us to secure $31.5 Million in funding which built the beautiful campus that you see today. Since charter schools do not receive capital dollars, MICS must dip into its operational budget to help pay our nearly $2 Million per year mortgage. Monies contributed to The Soar Foundation through donations and sponsorships help to offset this budgetary hit.
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How can you support the SOAR Foundation?
Volunteering
We have an amazing Parent Teacher Organization at MICS that helps with staff support and organizes fundraisers and community events throughout the year
Donations
Since we are a volunteer-run operation, 100% of raised funds go directly to supporting the school and the foundation. We hope you will reflect on your personal giving capacity and consider a donation this year.
Corporate Sponsorships
Sponsorship opportunities on our campus include: banners inside our two gymnasiums, outdoor signage by the Raptor Stadium, the baseball/softball annex and the track and field/multisport field complex.
Company Matching
Our Donors working at the companies listed below are eligible for matching funds, meaning you can DOUBLE your donation.
Make a difference in the lives of MICS students
Each school year MICS families can support the continuous improvement of our campus and school programs. Support can be in the form of Talent, Time, or Treasure. Tax-deductible contributions can be made at any time via check or online payment
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