Q: What is the Stone Ranch Foundation?

The Stone Ranch Foundation (SRF) is a tax-exempt non-profit organization dedicated to raising the necessary funds for programs that are not currently funded by the school budget, grants, or PTA contributions.

The Foundation is made up of a group of parent volunteers and Stone Ranch Elementary staff that work with the Principal to identify needs.

Q: What is the difference between PTA and SRF?

The Stone Ranch PTA does a great job providing programs and activities that enhance the educational experience and help build community at our school, for example Art Corps, Assemblies, Yearbook, Dances, and other events.  

The Foundation's purpose is to raise additional funds to support projects and programs that the PTA funds, the school budget, and grants do not cover, for example, staff for music, science & technology and physical education. Funds that the Foundation raise do not have to be used within the same school year as the PTA is required to do. The Foundation can carry over a balance to the next school year. 

There are a few additional differences that give the SRF more flexibility than the PTA with the use of funds received.  For example, SRF funds can last more than a year, thus enabling long term budgeting and projects; SRF can purchase durable goods, such as computers, the PTA can not.

 Q: How does SRF raise funds?

Primarily, the Foundation seeks contributions from fellow parents.  Funds are also raised from local corporations and through creative initiatives such as Family Night Out, Trailblazer Treats, Trailblazer Business Directory, Morning treats, and Family Sporting Events.

Q: How can I help SRF?

 Meet the $1 a day challenge of contributing $200 per child to the Stone Ranch Foundation Fund today.   There are about 200 days in a school year, and donating just $1 for each day would benefit our school greatly.

Volunteer your time and support all SRF fundraisers. Please email Bijan Arbab, SRF President, at bijanarbab@gmail.com if you are interested in more information on SRF volunteer opportunities. 

Q: What else does the Foundation do besides raise funds for Stone Ranch Elementary School?

Nothing.  The Foundation's sole purpose is to raise funds and support the students of Stone Ranch Elementary School.

Q: Can I participate in both the PTA and Foundation?

Yes!  There is no conflict between volunteering for the Foundation and the PTA. In fact, the PTA and Foundation collaborate on many activities. But again, understand that the sole purpose of the Foundation is to fund raise whereas, the PTA's focus is to hold events and activities the whole school can enjoy.