Mission PTA
Fundraisers

Fun Run

A Fun Run in the fall transforms our Mission field into a racetrack for students with this awesome school fundraiser where funds are used for grade-level field trip costs. Parent and caregiver volunteers will be needed to make the event a success. And we encourage families to come watch, cheer and/or run with their kids. Students will run, dance and skip to high-energy music while being cheered on and having fun! Money raised goes to offset field trip costs for all grade levels.

Missionwear

At the beginning of every school year, the Mission PTA organizes our Missionwear sale,  during which families can purchase that year’s exclusive spiritwear design. The Mission community votes for their favorite design each spring at Open House, and the winning design is unveiled in August around the first week of school. Note: Each class also usually does their own grade level shirt!

Wreath and Candy Fundraiser

Every November, Mission students sell fresh holiday wreaths from Oregon. These high quality wreaths last for months, and will stay fresh, green and fragrant throughout the holiday season. This fundraiser is different from all other fundraisers at Mission, in that the proceeds go directly to the student’s personal field trip expenses. Mission’s many overnight field trips can be quite expensive, and this gives students the opportunity to offset those fees. This is an individual student fundraiser. All money raised by your family goes to offset your child's field trip fees.  

Book Fair

Every year, usually in early December, Mission hosts its annual book fair. During the week of the fair, our school library transforms into a magical place where our students can explore the world of books. All proceeds go directly to support the school library. Parents and caregivers are welcome to come and shop at the fair during certain predetermined times. Parents and caregivers can also load their child’s “e-wallet” with money so they can independently shop the fair at recess and lunch. We also welcome donations to a Book Fair e-wallet that we use to provide books for students in need. 100% of the money raised supports our Mission school library. 

Reading Challenge

Every spring during this week-long event, students are encouraged to read as many minutes as possible and complete fun reading challenges. Our main objective is to inspire students to read more and foster a lifelong love of books. Individual student and classroom prizes will be awarded based on total minutes read. Depending on progress towards our fundraising goals during the year, this event may or may not include a fundraising component. Collecting donations and pledges is always voluntary, and is not required to participate or win prizes.  

Auction

Every other year (odd years in spring), the Mission PTA coordinates a fundraising auction. It is an adults-only night of food, music and fun that raises a significant portion of the PTA’s funds for the subsequent two years. Donations are solicited from Mission families and the surrounding community. They are then offered that night for auction or raffle. By far the most intriguing auction items are the classroom created items. Each class typically creates an amazing and memorable item that some lucky adult can bid on and bring home. Teachers also offer student experiences that can be purchased (pool and dance parties hosted by teachers, exclusive teacher-led movie trips, etc). 

"Passive" Fundraising Opportunities

Restaurant Fundraisers

Once a month, the Mission PTA hosts a restaurant fundraiser in collaboration with local area restaurants. These events are a great excuse not to cook dinner, and Mission gets a portion of the proceeds to support PTA programs. Whether you dine in or take out, it’s always fun to see familiar faces (including teachers!) at the restaurant. Keep an eye out for the flyers that go home with your students about a week before the events!

Gift Card Fundraising

RaiseRight is a great opportunity to raise money for Mission doing all the normal shopping you do day to day. More details to follow.

Farm Fresh to You Giveback

Farm Fresh to You will donate 10% of EVERY order to Mission Avenue Open School -- even for existing customers! If you’re new to their organic produce delivery service, just sign up using promo code MISSIONAVENUE and you’ll be supporting Mission while eating delicious, healthy fruits and veggies. Existing Customers can also click here to confirm they want a portion of their purchases to support Mission!