The Wise Owl Fund
Wise Owl October Annual Giving Campaign
What is the Wise Owl campaign?
The Wise Owl campaign is an essential fundraiser for our school community, which seeks to raise money through family donations. Along with the BoosterThon in February, it is the biggest way we generate funds to directly impact Irwin classrooms! Donations are used to purchase classroom materials, support teacher grants and travel, and are also used to support school improvement projects like the new water fountains. Let’s lessen the burden on our teachers, so they don’t spend their hard-earned money on classroom materials and also make Irwin a better facility. This year’s goal is to raise $10,000.
How do I participate?
This year there are two (2) ways to participate:
What donation amount is recommended?
Based on the annual PTA budget, these donation amounts are recommended:
$100 donation for Families with 1 Irwin student.
$150 donation for Families with 2+ Irwin students.
Of course these are just guidelines; we understand that not every family is able to give in these amounts. However, we are asking everyone to please give what they can!
If all 360+ Irwin families gave just $27, we would easily reach out goal.
Please consider giving to this campaign if you are able. The popcorn sales are another way to generate $100 by offering yummy treats for sale to friends and family. Also, if your company matches charitable contributions, please be sure to request that matching donation at this time too.
Do I have to do all 3?
No! We are grateful for whatever support you and your family can provide for the benefit of our Irwin school community.
Can I do all 3?
Yes! Please!
Can I volunteer for “Trunk or Treat”?
Absolutely! Please email vpmaroon@irwinpta.org if you would like to participate.
What is the Wise Owl campaign?
The Wise Owl campaign is an essential fundraiser for our school community, which seeks to raise money through family donations. Along with the BoosterThon in February, it is the biggest way we generate funds to directly impact Irwin classrooms! Donations are used to purchase classroom materials, support teacher grants and travel, and are also used to support school improvement projects like the new water fountains. Let’s lessen the burden on our teachers, so they don’t spend their hard-earned money on classroom materials and also make Irwin a better facility. This year’s goal is to raise $10,000.
How do I participate?
This year there are two (2) ways to participate:
- Direct Donations: From October 4th through October 31st, make donations online or bring change into the classrooms (ends on 10/28).
- Each week the class with the most donations gets a MOVIE PARTY!!!! (To be scheduled at the teacher’s discretion). Winner announced each Monday in the Hoot and morning announcements.
- The class who raises the most money for the month of October will receive a party at DEFY GRAVITY (date TBD)! Winner announced on November 1st.
- To contribute online: Click Here
- To contribute in the classroom: send in change (pennies and quarters and nickels OH MY!) to be collected in each classroom. The change will be tallied on October 28, 2021.
- Double Good Popcorn Sales: We’re doing a Double Good virtual fundraiser! Our fundraiser begins on October 25th and goes until October 29th.
- It’s 100% contactless, we keep 50% of the profit, and the product ships right to your buyers.
- We’ll be selling Double Good gourmet popcorn from our own Pop-Up Stores. Prices range from $16 - $99. It’s really delicious!
- To participate in our fundraiser:
- Download the Double Good app
- Enter our Event Code LOTIVT in the app
- Create your Pop-Up Store!.
- To get started download the Double Good app, available for free on iOS and Android.
What donation amount is recommended?
Based on the annual PTA budget, these donation amounts are recommended:
$100 donation for Families with 1 Irwin student.
$150 donation for Families with 2+ Irwin students.
Of course these are just guidelines; we understand that not every family is able to give in these amounts. However, we are asking everyone to please give what they can!
If all 360+ Irwin families gave just $27, we would easily reach out goal.
Please consider giving to this campaign if you are able. The popcorn sales are another way to generate $100 by offering yummy treats for sale to friends and family. Also, if your company matches charitable contributions, please be sure to request that matching donation at this time too.
Do I have to do all 3?
No! We are grateful for whatever support you and your family can provide for the benefit of our Irwin school community.
Can I do all 3?
Yes! Please!
Can I volunteer for “Trunk or Treat”?
Absolutely! Please email vpmaroon@irwinpta.org if you would like to participate.
