HOW WE FUND PATTERSON
Our goal is simple: raise what we need to support Patterson while being thoughtful about how often we ask families to give.
Patterson PTSO is funded through the generosity and participation of our families and community. Our primary fundraiser, Power the Panther, provides the foundation for our annual funding, while community partnerships, shopping rewards, Spirit Wear, and other opportunities help supplement that support throughout the year.
Annual Fundraiser
ONE BIG FUNDRAISER. ONE BIG IMPACT.
Be a Patterson Hero is our primary annual fundraiser. Our goal is to raise enough through a single campaign to support PTSO programs and priorities throughout the school year while minimizing additional fundraising asks from Patterson families.
There are no products to sell and no required participation. Donations directly support the programs, experiences, staff support, and school improvements funded by Patterson PTSO.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Throughout the year, Patterson PTSO may partner with local restaurants, entertainment venues, and businesses that give a portion of participating sales back to our organization.
These events give Patterson families an opportunity to spend time together while supporting the PTSO through purchases they may already be making. When Power the Panther meets our annual fundraising needs, we can keep these additional fundraising events to a minimum.
EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT PATTERSON
Some of the easiest ways to support Patterson don't require spending anything extra. By connecting purchases you're already making to participating rewards programs, small contributions can add up throughout the year.
FRY'S COMMUNITY REWARDS
Link your Fry's account to Patterson PTSO and eligible purchases can help generate donations to our organization—at no additional cost to you.
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
Scan eligible receipts with the Box Tops app and turn everyday purchases into support for Patterson.
SHOW YOUR PATTERSON PRIDE
Spirit Wear is another way families can support the PTSO while showing their Patterson pride. Proceeds from eligible Spirit Wear sales help support PTSO programs and activities.
WHERE DOES YOUR SUPPORT GO?
Fundraising is only half of the story. PTSO funds help support Patterson's students, teachers and staff, family experiences, and school and campus needs throughout the year.