Fundraising Highlights

This year has been a wonderful reminder of what makes the Franklin community so special. Time and again, our families, staff, students, and supporters came together to help create meaningful experiences for our children. Through fundraising events, volunteer efforts, and generous donations, we were able to support programs and activities that enrich our students' educational journey.

Our annual Walk-A-Thon was a tremendous success and truly showcased the spirit and pride of the Franklin community. Families, students, teachers, and volunteers came together to create a fun and memorable event for our children. In addition to the walk itself, students enjoyed the day filled with music, games, and entertainment that brought excitement and energy to the event. Seeing our students laughing, cheering each other on, and celebrating together was a wonderful reminder of the strong sense of community we have at Franklin. It was inspiring to see everyone rally around a common goal, and thanks to your generosity and enthusiasm, we exceeded our fundraising goal by 10% (total raised: $89,000). The funds raised will directly supported enrichment programs, educational opportunities, and school activities that benefit all of our students. I am deeply thankful to everyone who volunteered their time, donated resources, and contributed financially to make this event such a success.

Our Cookie Dough Sale was another successful tradition this year. Not only were we able to provide families with delicious treats in time for the holidays, but we also continued a fundraiser that our community has come to enjoy and support. Thank you to everyone who placed orders and to the many volunteers who dedicated their time to organizing and distributing the cookie dough. Your efforts helped make the sale run smoothly and successfully, and your support helped us continue providing valuable opportunities for our students.

We were also pleased to continue our annual Book Fair, another cherished Franklin tradition. The Book Fair provided students with access to exciting new books while helping support our school. It was wonderful to see students excited about reading and exploring new stories. Thank you to everyone who volunteered, participated, and helped ensure the event's success.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you to every parent, volunteer, donor, teacher, staff member, and supporter who contributed throughout the year. Fundraising plays a vital role in our school community, as every dollar raised goes right back to our students through enrichment opportunities, programs, and activities. None of what we accomplished this year would have been possible without your generosity, dedication, and countless hours of volunteer support.

Together, we have made a meaningful difference for our children, and I am incredibly grateful for all that we have achieved. The success of these events reflects the strength, generosity, and spirit of the Franklin community. I look forward to building on this success and working alongside our amazing families, staff, and supporters for another great year ahead.

Sincerely,

Dannis Chang, VP of Fundraising & Dad to Dayton (Kinder) and Darrick (3 yo)