Calling for Kids letters and remit forms should reach your mailbox early this month. Look for the smiling faces on the bright yellow envelope then open, read carefully and reply. Your response, received before October 25, will allow the Foundation to allocate more of your dollars to student-centered programs and less to administrative costs (including the care and feeding of our hungry student callers). “Our goal this year is to raise $300,000,” says campaign co-chair Deborah Parsons. “We would love to secure 75% of this amount before the calling begins. Many donors find it convenient to give online or to send in their remit form in advance rather than having to worry about missing our students’ calls.”
You can do your part to help the Foundation reach its goals by going to www.isfdn.org to learn more about the Calling for Kids Annual Fund campaign and to make your donation today. Remember… the Foundation wants to recognize your school community’s support. Be sure to fill in the name of your student(s)’ schools on your printed or online donation form.
Planning to visit Salmon Days? Why not add the Issaquah Rotary Run to your plans. This year, the Rotary is donating a portion of every entry fee to the Foundation. The October 3rd event offers something for exercise enthusiasts at all levels. For the athlete, there’s a 10K race—and for the rest of us—a 5K Fun Run/Walk/Crawl. There’s even a 1K Kid’s Dash. It’s a great event for families, sports teams, friends, neighbors, book groups … everyone. Go to www.IssaquahRun.com for more information and to register your team.
The Foundation is pleased to welcome the 2010-2011 class of PTSA/ISF Representatives. These dedicated volunteers spread the word about Foundation programs and activities throughout the school year. They are the enthusiastic ladies you’ll find making presentations at PTSA meetings, hanging Calling for Kids posters in your school, encouraging teachers to apply for Academic Enrichment Grants and securing attendees for the annual Nourish Every Mind Luncheon. They are also your source for questions and information about the Foundation. Please join us in giving these dedicated ladies a round of applause. Click here to find the name or your PTSA/ISF Representative.
Donors, you did it. Thanks to your generous contributions, the Foundation was able to make a $120,000 grant to the District. This year’s chemistry students are using from new books and cutting-edge equipment. Bravo to you!
