Support SJES
Throughout its history, St. Joseph Elementary School has relied on the generosity of its parents and friends to support the important work of the school. We celebrate and sincerely appreciate the generosity of our donors. Your commitment and philanthropic support have enabled St. Joseph to ensure excellence in Catholic education.
St Joseph Elementary School is a non-profit IRS 501(c)3 educational institution and all gifts are tax deductible. Funding for SJES is primarily derived from tuition and fees, however fundraising efforts are necessary because these revenues alone do not cover the cost of each student’s education. Contributions are accepted through a variety of means including cash gifts, employee matching gifts, securities and planned gifts that encompass gift annuities, life insurance and bequests, and gifts-in-kind. See our Ways to Give section for additional information.
Our annual fundraising efforts include the following major events:
Annual Fund
The Annual Fund is our yearly fundraising effort that provides unrestricted gifts to the operating budget of the St. Joseph Elementary School. Your support is essential to the school’s success in providing an outstanding academic program, attracting and retaining dedicated faculty members, supporting students financially and maintaining our facilities. For information about making a donation to the school Annual Fund, please contact the school office.
El Rancho Day Fiesta
El Rancho Day Fiesta is the annual family carnival at St. Joseph Elementary School and will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. The event raises money for the school through ticket sales for game booths, food, drinks and desserts. The event also includes a raffle with cash prizes totaling $4250. Admission is free. To purchase activity and/or raffle tickets in advance, call St. Joseph Elementary School at (510) 522-4456. Tickets will also be sold at the event. For more information click here.
Auction Party
The Auction Party is held annually in the spring and is the primary fundraiser sponsored by the St. Joseph Parent-Teacher Group (PTG). The fundraiser proceeds are used for school capital improvements such as the recently completed renovations of the bathrooms and kitchen, new classroom technical equipment, and new playground equipment. The Auction includes both a silent and live auction along with dinner and dancing to live music. Please contact the PTG Auction chair for information about making a donation for the event and/or attending.
Scrip
Order Gift Cards from our school and up to eight percent of your purchase will go towards the school’s scrip income. Click here for scrip form or contact the school’s bookkeeper, Shemra Atkinson, at satkinson@csdo.org or (510) 995-9550 for more information.