WHAT IS "ONE & DONE"?

The "One & Done" fundraising campaign is the main annual fundraiser at Kent Gardens Elementary and it's just like it sounds... You make one contribution and you're done! "One & Done" is a convenient way for families to support the school and our kids' education by meeting the fundraising goal early in the year. The school administration counts on these funds every year.  With a successful campaign, the PTA is able to reduce other fundraising efforts and stop bugging you for money!

HOW ARE "ONE & DONE" FUNDS USED?

In 2019, we installed water bottle filling stations in high traffic areas in the school and provided additional picnic tables to facilitate outdoor learning In 2018, the PTA renovated and expanded the school playground and built and paved the NEW running track. In 2017, we purchased new laptops for all 5th graders. This year, we will focus on helping the school administration with the tools they need to successfully support our students in virtual learning.   We also hope to continue to support student educational enrichment (author visits, cultural arts assemblies), state-of-the-art educational materials and books, and needed classroom supplies.

HOW MUCH SHOULD I CONTRIBUTE?

The suggested contribution is $150 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 amount. When you use PayPal you will be able to pay directly by Credit Card^*.

Everyone who contributes will automatically be entered to win a gift card to a local business!

WHAT PERCENTAGE OF FAMILIES CONTRIBUTED LAST YEAR?

An average of 35% of Kent Gardens families have contributed to "One & Done" in the past few years. Help us do better this year. We are aiming for at least 50% family participation!

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE ACHIEVE OUR GOAL?

We celebrate!!! Last year, Principal McGuigan 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! In previous years, and Principal McGuigan and other administrators were duct taped to the wall outside of the main office to greet students as they arrived in the morning. We are still brainstorming what we'll do this year. We are open to any fun ideas that come to mind so send those thoughts over to the PTA! 

#STILLONESCHOOL

Although we are starting off this school year in a virtual environment, Kent Gardens is #stilloneschool. All money raised by the PTA goes to improving and enhancing our school, as well as its fabulous teachers and faculty. Whether that's by supplementing curriculum development, purchasing a literacy curriculum, or purchasing supplies, every dollar we raise goes right back to Kent Gardens.

^* Kent Gardens Elementary PTA is a 501(c)(3) registered organization. Your "One & Done" campaign receipt is tax deductible under Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.