The PTA has big news to share – for the first time ever, this year’s annual fundraising event on April 13th will be FREE TO ATTEND. That means no tickets to purchase! All you have to do is show up to this adults-only party and have a great time with new and old Willard friends. We hope that this change will encourage as many Willard parents as possible to come together to celebrate our school, support its initiatives, and forge new friendships over games, activities, drinks, and dancing. Our goal, in addition to raising much-needed PTA funds, is to create a more inclusive community event for all to enjoy.  #WillardTogether #WillardUnidos

Along with casino games (new!), late night bites* from the Three-Legged Taco food truck (new!), and DJ Rick Aceves (a Willard parent) spinning tunes, we’ll feature a Wine Pull (new!), a wide array of Buy-In Parties, and our ever-popular online Silent Auction.

We are asking families to make a direct donation to the Willard PTA in lieu of ticket sales this year--any amount is appreciated:

https://willard-together-fund.cheddarup.com

The Willard Spring Fundraiser has historically been our single biggest fundraiser of the year, raising over 60% of our overall income. The money raised during this event allows us to support:

• FREE Community-Building Events: Courageous Conversations series; Hispanic Heritage Night; Giving Thanks Celebration; African Diaspora Night; End-of-Year Picnic; Field Day; Pizza & Bingo Night
• Curriculum-Based Programs: $125 Discretionary Fund for each teacher; Science Fair; School Garden; School Newspaper; Willard Bookstore; Cultural Arts; Field trips; Science enrichment; Reduced cost school supplies
• Student Assistance and Scholarships: For before and after school activities, sports teams and camps; ESCCA; Willard Family Fund; Wise Owls
• Special Projects: Purchase of Chromebooks; Library Grants and Updates; Ongoing Playground Improvements

Our ability to succeed in meeting our goals and adhering to our mission depends on each one of us working together to make this fundraising effort a success.

WHAT: Willard Together Fundraiser

WHEN: Saturday, April 13, 2019 8:00-11:00

WHERE: The Evanston Art Center, 1717 Central Street

RSVP: willard-together-fund.cheddarup.com

No ticket required

*food available for purchase

La Sociedad de Padres y Maestros (PTA) desea compartir muy buenas noticias con ustedes.  Por primera vez, el evento de recaudación de fondos de Willara de este año, será el 13 de Abril y LA ENTRADA SERÁ COMPLETAMENTE GRATIS.  Lo cual significa, no se necesita comprar boletos!  Todo lo que necesitan hacer es asistir a esta fiesta solo-para adultos y pasarla bien con nuevos y viejos amigos de Willard. Esperamos que este cambio animé a el mayor número posible de padres en Willard a juntarse y a celebra a nuestra escuela, apoyar sus iniciativas, y el hacer nuevas amistades por medio de juegos, actividades, tragos y bailes.  Nuestra meta, aparte de reunir los fondos que necesita nuestra PTA, es también el crear un evento comunitario más incluyente y en el que todos se diviertan. #WillardTogether #WillardUnidos

Aparte de Juegos de Casino (nuevo!), botanas nocturnas* proveídos por Three-Legged Taco en su camión de comida (nuevo!), el DJ Rick Aceves (un padre en Willard) poniendo música, tendremos un Jale de Vino (nuevo!), una variedad de Compra-de Fiestas, y nuestra popular subasta en silenciosa.

Este evento es nuestra mayor recaudación de fondos del año, representando más del 60% del ingreso total.  Los fondos recaudados durante este evento nos permiten apoyar a: 

• Eventos Gratuitos para Promoción Comunitaria: La Serie Conversaciones Valientes, Celebración de la Herencia Hispana, Convivio de Dia de Accion de Gracias, Celebración de la Diáspora Africana, Noche de Pizza y Loteria, Convivio de Fin de Año
• Programas Basados en Curriculum: $125 Fondo Discrecional para cada Profesor (a), Feria de la Ciencia,Jardin Escolar, Periodico Escolar, Biblioteca de Willard, Artes Culturales, Viajes de Estudios, Enriquecimiento en Ciencias, Útiles Escolares a Costo Reducido
• Becas Estudiantiles y Asistencia para familias: Para Actividades Antes y Después de la Escuela, Deportes y Campamentos, ESCCA y Fondo para Familias de Willard
• Proyectos Especiales: Compra de Chromebooks, Subsidios Para Bibliotecas en Clase, Textos para la Biblioteca, Mejoras en el Patio de Juegos.

Pueden hacer alguna donación pequeña para ayudarnos a continuar trabajando para la equidad en nuestra escuela?

https://willard-together-fund.cheddarup.com

QUE: Willard Together Recaudación de Fondos

CUANDO: Sábado 13 de Abril de 2019 8:00-11:00PM

DONDE:  Evanston Art Center, 1717 Central Street.

RSVP: willard-together-fund.cheddarup.com

No se Necesita Boleto

*Habrá comida disponible a la venta.

BUY IN PARTY HOST

Do you have an idea for a fun soirée, class, or family activity? Perhaps you have a special skill or expertise (knitting, cooking, sewing, interior design, financial planning, yoga, etc.) you’d be willing to share with Willard kids and/or parents? Host a Buy-In Party (or class) and support the Willard PTA while having fun & making new friends.  Click here to download the form.

WINE PULL DONATION

Are you able to donate a bottle (or two) of wine for the WINE PULL?  If so, click here to learn more.  

AUCTION DONATION

Do you have something to donate for the auction.... maybe gift cards, vacation homes, tickets to sporting events or plays?  If so, click here to complete the donation form.