What an incredible fall for our Lions! Together, our families, teachers, and community partners raised over $23,000 through our Roar & Raise Fundraiser, Snack Shack, and the Fall Festival Under the Lights.
This year, our team didn’t just raise funds — we built connections, creativity, and community.
For the first time ever, our PTA combined several fundraising approaches to make giving fun and accessible for every family:
💻 Launched Zeffy’s fee-free online platform so every dollar benefits students directly.
🎟️ Introduced daily online ticketing for Snack Shack and events — simple, cash-free, and stress-free!
🍿 Added an after-school Snack Shack that ran for two weeks and became a student favorite.
🏷️ Expanded classroom-level goals and recognitions to celebrate teamwork.
🎨 Hosted our first-ever cultural and community market-style Fall Festival — featuring henna art, face painting, food, and fun for all ages.
🛍️ Grew our Silent Auction into a community showcase with generous donations from local businesses.
On October 24, our campus transformed into a festive evening of laughter, lights, and Lion pride.
Families enjoyed:
🎨 Henna and face painting stations
💃 Cultural performance by the Heritage of India Foundation
🍕 Food and vendor booths supporting GH Lions PTA
🎪 Inflatables, carnival games, and candy jar guessing contests
🛍️ Silent Auction tables filled with local favorites
It was our first major outdoor festival blending culture, creativity, and community — and we hope it becomes a Greathouse tradition for years to come. 💛
Huge thanks to our generous partners and donors who made it all possible:
Jaggers, Louisville Zoo, Topgolf, Kentucky Kingdom, Smoothie King, All About Kids, Heritage of India Foundation, Creative Smile Face Paint, ProCare Building Services, Tom Gray Motorsports, D&Y Contractor Services, and the Louisville Bats.
Your contributions helped us power classroom grants, student enrichment, and schoolwide celebrations.
“We raised over $23,000 over the last two weeks and I’m so proud! It was a busy stretch, and we’re so grateful for everyone’s participation in the Roar and Raise fundraiser, the Fall Festival, and Snack Shack. Well done, Lions!” — Whitley
From buying snacks to volunteering at booths and bidding in the auction, every act of support made a difference.
Your generosity strengthens our programs, celebrates our students, and builds the community spirit that makes Greathouse so special.
Together, we didn’t just raise funds — we raised joy, pride, and possibilities.
Here’s to continuing the roar for years to come! 🦁✨
Our biggest fundraiser of the year — where every dollar helps our Lions shine!
The Greathouse-Shryock PTA proudly presents Roar & Raise, a two-week schoolwide celebration of teamwork, kindness, and community spirit. 100% of funds raised stay right here at our school to support student programs, classroom needs, and memorable events all year long.
When you give, you help fund:
🏫 School Improvements & Beautification — making our campus bright, welcoming, and fun to learn in.
🎨 Cultural Arts & Enrichment — bringing creativity and new experiences to every classroom.
📚 Academic Programs — including Spelling Bee, Field Day, Talent Show, and Red Ribbon Week.
🍎 Teacher Appreciation & Staff Support — because happy teachers make happy students!
Your generosity fuels everything from the Polar Express event to Family Showcase Night — and ensures that every student has a chance to learn, lead, and ROAR with pride.
💛 Goal: $30,000
📅 Campaign Dates: October 10–24
🎉 Celebration: Fun Run (during school hours) and Fall Festival (evening celebration with families) on Friday, October 24
Let’s come together as one GH family to help our Lions ROAR & RAISE for a brighter school year!
Roar & Raise is all about participation over pressure — every student can take part, and every dollar makes a difference!
Here’s how it works:
Set a Goal 🏁
Each class will have a shared goal to help our school reach the overall target of $30,000.
Students can collect donations from family, friends, or community supporters.
Donate Online or Send in Cash/Check 💳💵
We’ve made giving simple!
Donate directly through our secure link on Zeffy (no fees to the PTA!).
Or send donations in the provided envelope to your child’s teacher.
Watch the Roar Rise! 📈
We’ll update progress daily on our school leaderboard and social media — you’ll see our Lion climb higher as we hit milestones!
Celebrate Success! 🎉
The fundraiser wraps up with our Fall Festival on October 24, featuring games, pizza, and fun surprises for all GH Lions and families.
This isn’t just about dollars — it’s about community.
When every family contributes what they can, big or small, we keep incredible programs like:
Be Your Best Awards & Brag Tags
Cultural Arts Performances
Teacher Appreciation Week
School Beautification Projects
going strong all year long.
Together, we make Greathouse not just a school — but a place where every child belongs and every voice can ROAR. 💛
ROAR & RAISE EVENTS
To celebrate our Roar & Raise Fundraiser, all grades will get to participate in fun outdoor activities during school hours on Friday, October 24, 2025. Parents are invited to come see their students during their celebration. See the schedule below for each grade's time.
Our first annual Fall Festival is Friday, October 24, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. We would love volunteers to donate 30 minutes of their time during the event.
This is a paid event, but it's packed with value and supports our ongoing fundraising efforts to benefit our school community. Tickets will be available for $15 at the door.