Spot-A-Thon
2022-2023 Edition
2022-2023 Edition
This year we will have both direct drive donations and an online silent auction!
How do I donate?
Who should I ask to donate?
Friends, family, neighbors, and parent co-workers can be good people to ask for Spot-A-Thon pledges and auction bids. You can ask in person, by phone, by email, by Facebook, by YouTube - be creative! You can find an example of an "ask letter" at http://lacamaspals.weebly.com/sample-letter.html.
Where does money raised by Spot-A-Thon go?
Donations from the Spot-A-Thon will support teacher grants, classroom needs, field trip scholarships, art programs, library, music, and other enrichment programs at Lacamas. These programs would not exist as they do without the support of this fundraiser!
What happens on the day of Spot-A-Thon?
Tons of fun!! All Lacamas students take part in this event held at Lacamas Lake Elementary where they will participate in fun activities ranging from sporting events, art, music, reading and more. Students will rotate through various stations during grade level time slots. Parents are welcome to come out and be part of the fun. Be on the lookout for volunteer requests!
How else can I help?
We are accepting SILENT AUCTION ITEMS! If you have something - anything! - you would like to donate, please contact us. If you or someone you know owns a business and would like to donate a tax deductible prize or auction item, please contact our PALS Fundraiser Chair, Tracy at [email protected]. All businesses will receive recognition on the PALS website, school newsletter, Facebook posts, and printed material sent home with students.
When are the student prizes handed out?
Smaller prizes are handed out weekly. Larger prizes will be ordered after the event and typically arrive in 1-2 months.
What is the Human Car Wash?
The Human Car Wash will take place about a week after the Spot-A-Thon. The whole school will come out and witness this fun event while students douse teachers with water as they ride by on scooters. All students who raise $75 or more will receive an invite to participate in this fun event. Parents are welcome to come watch the fun.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!
How do I donate?
- We prefer VENMO, CASH, and CHECKS (to avoid additional fees)
- Use BiddingOwl.com/ParentAssociationofLacama to donate and participate in the silent auction. You can purchase "Fund A Need" tickets or bid on auction items until September 30th. See our flyer here for more auction details!
- In-Person: Students can return their pledge envelope to their teacher with contributions. Donation checks can be written to PALS. 'Please note student and teacher names on the envelope!
Who should I ask to donate?
Friends, family, neighbors, and parent co-workers can be good people to ask for Spot-A-Thon pledges and auction bids. You can ask in person, by phone, by email, by Facebook, by YouTube - be creative! You can find an example of an "ask letter" at http://lacamaspals.weebly.com/sample-letter.html.
Where does money raised by Spot-A-Thon go?
Donations from the Spot-A-Thon will support teacher grants, classroom needs, field trip scholarships, art programs, library, music, and other enrichment programs at Lacamas. These programs would not exist as they do without the support of this fundraiser!
What happens on the day of Spot-A-Thon?
Tons of fun!! All Lacamas students take part in this event held at Lacamas Lake Elementary where they will participate in fun activities ranging from sporting events, art, music, reading and more. Students will rotate through various stations during grade level time slots. Parents are welcome to come out and be part of the fun. Be on the lookout for volunteer requests!
How else can I help?
We are accepting SILENT AUCTION ITEMS! If you have something - anything! - you would like to donate, please contact us. If you or someone you know owns a business and would like to donate a tax deductible prize or auction item, please contact our PALS Fundraiser Chair, Tracy at [email protected]. All businesses will receive recognition on the PALS website, school newsletter, Facebook posts, and printed material sent home with students.
When are the student prizes handed out?
Smaller prizes are handed out weekly. Larger prizes will be ordered after the event and typically arrive in 1-2 months.
What is the Human Car Wash?
The Human Car Wash will take place about a week after the Spot-A-Thon. The whole school will come out and witness this fun event while students douse teachers with water as they ride by on scooters. All students who raise $75 or more will receive an invite to participate in this fun event. Parents are welcome to come watch the fun.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!
PALS is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All, or a portion, of your donation may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser.
How To Collect Donations
- Send an email or talk to friends, family, and neighbors. Tell them about Spot-A-Thon, Silent Auction, and the Human Car Wash, and why you are raising funds for your school. Donations can be made by cash, check (payable to Lacamas PALS), or online.
- Parents - Let your co-workers know! Many of us help our co-workers with their children's school. Now is a great time to return the favor. Also, if your company has a matching gift program, please request a match and you could potentially double your donation. Lacamas Lake is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, so all donations are tax deductible.
- Please make sure your child's name and grade (if possible) is included on each donation.
Questions?: [email protected]
Thank you for supporting our children and our learning community!