Fundraising
To keep our school strong and our tuition rates low, our families have yearly fundraising requirements. Throughout the year, there will be many opportunities to participate in events or meet your family’s fundraising obligation ($100 per child or $150 per family for the 2011-2012 school year). Parents may choose to participate in the fundraising events, donate directly to BHCP or donate through the United Way. (See your employer for United Way contribution forms.)
Here are some of the fundraising opportunities we offer throughout the year:
Albertsons Community Partner Program Donate money to BHCP every time you or your friends and family use a registered Preferred Savings Card. Sign up for free and after you put in your Preferred Savings number, search Kent, Washington. You’ll find Benson Hill Co-op Preschool on the school list. There will also be paper applications in the school workroom.
Magical Day of Giving Spend a day at the Supermall and benefit BHCP at the same time! This takes place annually in November.
Shop with Schoolpop Simply shop for your normal online purchases with retailers like Amazon and Wal-Mart and earn up to 20% for our school. Our School ID is 148767 and friends and family are encouraged to sign up too. Register now!
Spring Auction The auction night is an All School Mandatory Meeting the last Saturday in April to approve the budget and new board members for the next school year. It is a fun social event for parents. Adults only please. You can enjoy food, fun and the excitement of both live and silent auctions. The raffle is your last opportunity to meet your required fundraising balance. The auction accounts for 25% of the school’s budget. If you choose not to attend the auction portion of the evening, it is important that a parent attend the first 15 minutes to vote on the budget and new board members.
United Way Campaign You and your friends and family can contribute to United Way through your employer and designate Benson Hill Cooperative Preschool to receive your donation. Our tax number is 91-0836500. These contributions will help you meet your personal fundraising goal – please notify us if you choose to contribute.
Vehicle Donation for Any Charity Have an extra car, truck, or RV? Turn it into a tax deductible donation that also benefits BHCP! You can donate online or call 877-999-8322 to make your donation.
Winter Hop-a-Thon Your family and friends can pledge to support your little one as they have a blast hopping their way to the finish line!
