Laurelhurst School Foundation

This year, more than ever, our Auction procurement team needs all parents to think hard about what they can donate to the Auction. Our successful Auction depends on YOU! What would you want to bid on at the Auction? Can you donate that item? Do you know someone who can donate it? Do you know someone who can build it? Once you start thinking, we know you will come up with something that will make a real difference on March 6th, 2010.

Here are some ideas we’ve heard in meetings and around school:

* Did you have fun sledding this winter but your sled was not up to snuff? Get together with a few friends and donate some COOL SLEDS for next Winter’s snow.

* Do you cook a killer BREAKFAST? Offer 4 Sunday breakfasts over the year for the lucky bidder.

* Can you THROW A PARTY around a theme?

* Do you have a VACATION HOME?

* Do you know an ARTIST?

* Can you donate a few bottles of wine for the planned-for “WALL-OF-WINE”?

Taking any of these actions will make a very real difference in the success of our Auction and in our staff funding for next year. Fill out a donor form found in the main office and help us help the school.

The Laurelhurst School Foundation is an organization of parents, teachers, and community members committed to improving the quality of education at Laurelhurst Elementary School. The Foundation works in cooperation with the PTA with the belief that great communities make great schools. The PTA does a fantastic job raising funds for supplies, equipment and special programs but cannot fund staff – only the Foundation can do that.

Contributions to the Foundation are raised by direct appeal to our Laurelhurst families and community. In addition, the Foundation offers fundraising events such as the Laurel Auction and Party throughout the year. Let us know if you would like to participate in our efforts – we’d love to have you!