Gunn PTSA Direct Appeal Campaign

Amy Smiley, Direct Appeal Co-Chair

Given the current economic times, when each family must make every dollar count, our schools must make every dollar count as well. If it is within your means, please consider making a donation to the Gunn PTSA Direct Appeal Campaign. This is the only way the PTSA raises the funds that are granted to Gunn to supplement their budget. Last year, through the generous support of 24% of Gunn families, the Direct Appeal Campaign raised enough money to fund $100,000 in 2008/09 grants to Gunn High School. These grants were used to invest in technology that enhanced the classroom and library resources available to Gunn students, teachers and families. This year our goal is to increase the number of families participating in the Direct Appeal Campaign. The suggested donation is $250 per student (reduced $100 from last year) but any donation is appreciated and will make a difference this year for all students at Gunn. To make a contribution, fill out and return the “Gunn PTSA Membership and Donation Form” that was included in your back-to-school mailing. Can’t find the form? You can print out another one and return it to the address on the form or donate paperless through Paypal. For another copy of the form or to donate online follow this link to the Gunn PTSA website: http://gunn.paloaltopta.org/directappeal.htm

Employer matching grant contributions add significantly to the bottom line on our fundraising. Last year corporate matching gifts added over $6,000. If your employer has a matching gift program please include a grant form with your check.

Questions? Please contact our Direct Appeal co-chairs Amy Smiley, alsmiley@pacbell.net, or Kathy Lindholm, kathyalindholm@aol.com. Thank you for your support!