Show Your #KGPride!
Contribute to Our Annual Giving Fundraising Campaign
What is the “Annual Giving” Fundraising Campaign?
The Annual Giving fundraising campaign is the main fundraiser at Kent Gardens Elementary. Your Annual Giving contribution to the KG Pride Fund is a convenient way for families to support the school and our kids’ education by meeting the fundraising goal early in the year. With a successful campaign, the PTA is able to reduce other fundraising efforts and stop bugging you for money!
How are the KG Pride Funds Used?
Past KG Pride Funds have been used in a variety ways to support the needs of Kent Gardens. Recent purchases include replacing cafeteria tables, enhanced Teacher Appreciation Week by providing meals each day, Courtyard Beautification, Parenting Coach Speaker, computer adapters and other tech equipment. The PTA also supports important student activities such as author visits, cultural art assemblies, Heritage Night, STEM and Literacy nights. Let’s not forget our teachers! We give teachers supply grants at the beginning of the school year to use toward their classroom needs, and organize Teacher Appreciation Week. These are just a few examples of the many wonderful ways KG Pride Funds are used at Kent Gardens.
How Much Should I Contribute?
The suggested contribution is $175 per family but any amount is greatly appreciated. Select one of the existing payment options or click on the large ‘Give’ button to enter your own donation level. When you use PayPal you will be able to pay directly by credit card. Everyone who contributes will be making an impact on the entire school.
What Percentage of Families Contributed Last Year?
An average of 40% of Kent Gardens families have contributed to KG Pride Funds in the past few years. Help us do better this year. We are aiming for at least 50% family participation!
What Happens When We Meet Our Goal?
We celebrate!!! Last year, we duct taped Prinicipal McGuigan to the wall! In the past, Principal McGuigan has donned an inflatable unicorn suit to roam the halls, greet students, and visit classrooms. We also allowed a few lucky students to throw “pies” in the faces of some of their favorite teachers! We are open to any fun ideas that come to mind so send those thoughts over to the PTA!
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All money raised by the PTA goes to improving and enhancing our school, as well as supporting its fabulous teachers and faculty. Whether that’s by supplementing or replacing supplies, purchasing equipment, or funding events, every dollar we raise goes right back to Kent Gardens.
Does Your Employer Match Donations?
Please check whether your employer matches donations employees make to non-profits so you can double the impact of your contribution! Please contact kgptapresident@gmail.com with any questions on employer matching.
Thank you for your generosity and #KGPRIDE!