Our fundraising goal for 2025-26 is $25,000, which sounds like a lot, but when you break it down, it’s only about $50 per student. These vital funds support the initiatives of the McKinley PTO. Read below for your options on how to donate to ensure our students and teachers get the support they deserve!
At the beginning of the school year, we open up our Fund Drive and ask you to donate whatever you can to help cover our annual PTO budget. No amount is too small — every dollar donated helps us reach our goal! Remember, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and family friends can donate, too! Or, see if your company will match your donation. We are now a 501c3, and your donation is tax deductible!
Here's a sample of how your donation can help:
- A yearbook for every middle-school student at no cost to them
- Teacher appreciation events and gifts
- Classroom grants to further advance the education and needs of our students
- Grade-level events and socials
- Field trips and buses
- 8th grade promotion activities
- School beautification
- At-risk student support
- And much more!
Three easy ways to donate:
#1 - Donate online here to pay with credit/debit card or e-check
#2 - Donate directly using Venmo - @McKinleyPTO-SLPS (last 4 digits of phone are 5148)
#3 - Donate by sending a check made out to McKinley CJA PTO to school (put it in the PTO mailbox in the main office) or mail it directly to our treasurer (Jon Danieley - email mckinleyptoboard@gmail.com for address)
