Please support the Greenwood PTA’s major annual fundraiser!
On Friday, Oct. 6, our amazing students will participate in the 2023 Grizzly Dash Fun Run – a Greenwood tradition that combines fitness, fun, and school spirit, while raising BIG funds to support our school!
The Grizzly Dash is our major annual PTA fundraiser - supporting dozens of PTA investments and operating expenses for the entire school year. You can see examples of Greenwood PTA investments and impact here.
Now through Friday, Oct. 6, the Greenwood PTA will be collecting Grizzly Dash donations. Our fundraising goal of $60,000 (around $75/student) fully funds the PTA annual budget!
Please review the Grizzly Dash flyer and donation envelope, which were sent home with all students on Sept. 22. To help in planning your family’s Grizzly Dash contribution, keep in mind that your tax-deductible (Tax ID #41-1750396) donation of:
- $100+/student - helps ensure we meet our goal to fully fund the PTA budget
- $75/student – puts the PTA on track to fully fund the annual budget
- $50/student – supports a reduced PTA budget that still makes an impact at our school
- $____ – any amount is helpful and appreciated
NOTE: Please keep in mind the Grizzly Dash fundraiser supports the PTA's annual operating budget and is separate from playground renovation fundraising. To donate to the playground renovation, please visit Greenwood PTA Playground Fundraiser Go Fund Me Page.
Our goal is 100% student participation – meaning every envelope should be returned to school (with or without donations) by Thursday, Oct. 5. If you already donated to the 2023 Grizzly Dash during early-bird fundraising, rest assured your contribution will be applied toward our school-wide fundraising goal – please still have your student return the envelope.
All money raised stays at Greenwood and directly benefits our students, teachers, and school!
REMINDER: Many employers - such as 3M, General Mills, UnitedHealth Group, and many more – offer a Corporate Match for donations to nonprofits like the Greenwood PTA. Please submit your donation for matching through your company to double the impact of your donation!
Grizzly Dash FAQs
How do I donate to the 2023 Grizzly Dash?
Fundraising is open now and runs through Friday, Oct. 6. This year, we are offering multiple ways to contribute donations:
- Venmo (preferred method!) - @GreenwoodPTA – record on the donation envelope
- Cash or check (payable to ‘Greenwood PTA’) – record and enclose in the donation envelope
- Online via PledgeStar – a web-based fundraising platform that makes it easy for students to collect pledges from family and friends, and for them to make secure credit card donations online
When you register for PledgeStar, your family will have a personalized fundraising page, including your child’s name, photo (if desired), and personal message. The PledgeStar program allows you to send personalized email donation requests to your family and friends. You will be notified each time a pledge is made, and you can see your pledge progress online.
Please note, donations made via PledgeStar are processed via PayPal and may appear on bank/credit card statements as “PayPal.”
No matter which donation option you choose, remember that ALL envelopes (with or without donations) should be returned to school by Thursday, Oct. 5. Our goal is 100% of envelopes returned!
Exciting news in Grizzly Dash prizes!
This year, there will once again be two incentive programs to reward our students’ fundraising efforts:
- School-wide incentive for achieving fundraising goals – MINUTE TO WIN IT! – The Minute to Win It assembly is back! As we climb our way toward the $60,000 fundraising goal, the PTA will reveal which teachers will be facing off in this year’s Minute to Win It challenges.
- Classroom-specific reward for participation – Our goal is 100% participation – meaning we collect every Grizzly Dash fundraising envelope, with or without a donation. Classrooms that achieve this goal will receive a special reward, to be determined as a class.
Are parents/families welcome at the Grizzly Dash Fun Run on October 6?
Yes! We are encouraging families to come and cheer on their students during their grade level’s Grizzly Dash time on Friday, Oct. 6. Park by the baseball fields and look for the fun at the top of the soccer fields.
- 8:15-8:40 a.m. - Kindergarten
- 8:45-9:15 a.m. - Grade 2 (Vrudny, Baker, Demerchant)
- 9:20-9:50 a.m. - Grade 2 (Drill, Tewksbury, Hortenbach, Mireri)
- 10:00-10:25 a.m. - Grade 1
- 10:35 -11:05 a.m. - Grade 3
- 11:15-11:45 a.m. - Grade 4
- 11:55 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. - Preschool
- 12:30-1:00 p.m. - Grade 5
When is the Grizzly Gathering community night?
The Greenwood PTA is inviting all families to come together for an informal community gathering at the Greenwood playground on Friday, October 6 from
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Join us to celebrate the success of the Grizzly Dash Fun Run, play on the playground, learn about the upcoming playground renovation, meet and socialize with other Greenwood families, visit the spirit wear vendors and food trucks, or pack a picnic for your family to enjoy!
In addition, the PTA will be hosting a Home Run Kickball Derby to raise funds for the new playground. For just $10, you’ll have the chance to kick the ball as far as you can and get your name on the wall of fame!
Come anytime between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. and stay as long or short as what works for your family. We hope to see you there!
Still have questions? Contact our Grizzly Dash PTA team:
Emily Fritz - efritz25@gmail.com
Laura Maloney - lauracmeyer@gmail.com
To keep up with the latest Grizzly Dash news, follow the Greenwood PTA on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenwoodElementarySchoolPTA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Greenwood_PTA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenwoodelementarypta
