Jog-a-thon
Every Spring, the PTA sponsors our annual Jog-a-thon which is our largest fundraiser. In 2019, we raised $44K. We know we can beat that in 2020! Please go to Kids in Motion Jog-a-thon page (click here) for more information and thank you for supporting our kiddos!
Spring Event
In 2019, our PTA hosted our "Passport to Paradise" Spring Event which was a huge success and raised $10K. In 2020, we will be hosting our "Island Getaway" Spring Event which will be even better!! This adult only event includes dinner, dancing, and a silent auction. Please go to the Spring Event page (click here) for more information.
Fall Fundraiser
Every Fall, the PTA sponsors that Fall Fundraiser that generates a big percentage of the funds needed for our amazing programs. Please go to the Fall Fundraiser Page (click here) for more information.
Additional Fundraising Opportunities
Below is a snapshot. For additional information, please contact our Fundraising Chair (click here).
Dining for Dollars (DFD)
Each month, Holmes PTA will host an event at a local
restaurant. The participating restaurant will donate a % of the profit earned
by the Holmes families that attend, back to our school. Families are encouraged to attend, invite
family/friends, and to spread the word on social media or word of mouth. Keep your eye out for our monthly events and
see you there!
Check out our Posts and Calendar for the next DFD!
Check out our Posts and Calendar for the next DFD!
Fall of each year.
Participate in our Goodwill Drive! Donate what you don’t use to others! We have the potential to earn up to $1500 for
Holmes! Spread the word to your
friends/family/co-workers! More
information will follow!
Benefit gives while you shop! Benefit
gives between 3-20% of your everyday transactions to Holmes when you download
the app and start shopping! Over 80 retailers
like Target, Amazon, Whole Foods, Lowe’s, Home Depot, and Wal-Mart. https://www.benefit-mobile.com
How to Participate:
How to Participate:
1 Download
the Benefit Mobile app on your phone
2 Search
for Holmes Elementary School, San Diego
3 Shop
at any of the participating retailers and use the app at checkout
4 With
each transaction, a donation is made!
1. Download
the app on your phone
2. Connect Holmes Elementary as your school.
3. Snap pictures of all your receipts.
Earn cash for our school! Shoparoo makes a donation on every submitted receipt! Share with your friends and family to earn extra points.
3. Snap pictures of all your receipts.
Earn cash for our school! Shoparoo makes a donation on every submitted receipt! Share with your friends and family to earn extra points.
5
"Oliver Wendell Holmes Elem PTA" to your purchases. We receive a percentage!
Buy
your favorite Box Top products
Cut
out the Box Top from each package
Send
your Box Tops to school with your child
Holmes earns cash for every Box Top collected!
Involve family and friends! More information to follow throughout the school year. For a complete list of Box Top items, visit: https://www.boxtops4education.com/ Additionally, check out the Box Top website for 2020 changes with electronic receipt scanning!
