Donate & Support PS 527

The PS 527 PTA’s mission is to help our school foster a caring, dynamic learning environment where every student belongs and succeeds. Because we’re a small school, you have the power to shape your student’s experience. The Direct Appeal is our biggest fundraiser of the year, driven by the participation of as many families as possible. Take a look at what your generous contribution helps support and be sure to check if your employer offers a matching gift.

Your support matters now more than ever.

We encourage you to give an amount that is most meaningful to you and your family, keeping in mind how many children you have attending PS 527. In accordance with District 2 Guidance, we suggest a donation of $1,600 per child, but any amount will make a difference. Donating is easy and tax-deductible to the fullest-extent allowable.

***Please submit a copy of the PS 527 Direct Appeal Donation Form in your student’s Take Home Folder to ensure they are credited for participation.

Direct Appeal Challenge!

As with every year, our goal is to hit 100% participation in the Direct Appeal. This year, we have some new perks to make it fun for all involved!

This year, our annual participation challenge will be grade-wide: The GRADE WITH THE HIGHEST % PARTICIPATION BY DECEMBER 4th 2024 will win a party at Spence with Coach Fritz and Principal Stacie - parents included - followed by Krispy Kreme Donuts back at school.

NEW this year are school-wide incentives! Students win fun 527 experiences and prizes as we hit our fundraising benchmarks and ultimate goal of $120,000. Check out the prize levels and rewards!

Giving is easy and everybody wins!

Does your employer offer a matching gift? Many companies and organizations will match charitable contributions made by employees and employee spouses. It's an easy way to double, or even triple, your donation. Please check with your employer to see if they offer matching gift programs. Often, companies will match employee gifts up to one year after the date of donation.

Here is a list of companies that have offered matching gift programs in the past. Please double-check with your specific employer to confirm if such a program is offered.

We strongly recommend that any donations be made online, by clicking on an option above.

If you would like to make your contribution by check please submit it via your student’s Take Home Folder or drop it in the black PTA Mailbox in the school’s lobby. Please email ptatreasurers@ps527.org to let them know to look out for your check.

Finally, please submit a copy of the PS 527 Direct Appeal Donation Form in your student’s Take Home Folder to ensure they are credited for participation.

Direct Appeal gifts are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. The Employer Identification Number (EIN) for P.S. 527 PTA, Inc is 84-2226667.

For any other questions related to the Direct Appeal, please visit our FAQs page.