Cosmo’s Steps Up as Diamond Sponsor for Orange Beach City Schools

OBA Staff • June 24, 2025

Cosmo’s support helps boost academics, arts, and athletics

Cosmo’s Steps Up as Diamond Sponsor for Orange Beach City Schools

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach City Schools and the Mako Academics, Arts, and Athletics Club have named Cosmo’s as a Diamond Level Sponsor for the 2025–2026 school year. This is the highest level in the district’s sponsorship program. The sponsorship shows Cosmo’s strong support for student success and community growth. School officials say this partnership will help students in many ways.


Superintendent Randy Wilkes said Cosmo’s generous support will help students all over the school system. The restaurant’s sponsorship will also help improve education, arts, and sports programs in Orange Beach.


Cosmo’s is well-known in Orange Beach for its connections to the community. The partnership is not just about money, it’s about a shared goal to help students and give them more opportunities.


Cosmo’s investment will make sure all grade levels can take part in important programs and activities. Students will have more chances to learn new things and enjoy school events.


“Watching students work hard and do well is truly an honor,” said Jodi Harsany from Cosmo’s. Cosmo’s says they are proud to support the Orange Beach City Schools and the young people of the area.


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