Fundraising
Support Our Students & Community Through PTA Fundraisers
Q: Why do we fundraise?
A: Because SPS schools are not fully funded, the PTA’s annual efforts fund critical support and resources that are not otherwise provided – services that have a direct impact on each Coe student, particularly our students with the greatest need.
The Coe PTA is committed to helping students become their best selves and reach their full social, emotional, and academic potential by engaging and supporting families, teachers, and school leadership.
Q: How do we raise the money we need?
A: Through two large fundraisers: Fall Fund Drive and Coe Auction.
Fall Fund Drive: Our annual Fall Fund Drive is one of our most important fundraising efforts of the year. Every dollar goes to help support the programs and teachers at our school. All families will also have the option to donate to an underfunded PTA and/or education organization selected by our DREI Committee.
Coe Auction (March): The Coe Auction consists of a silent auction leading up to a live in-person auction. It’s a fun evening of dinner, dancing and donating! Our auction is the largest annual fundraiser for Coe Elementary to bridge the gap for support and opportunities accessible to all Coe students that are not funded by the school district.
Q: Where does the money go?
A: In Seattle Public Schools, each PTA is allowed to raise up to $250,000 to fund staff positions that support vital and essential roles at our school. Our goal is to complete this staffing grant each year. For example:
School Counselor
Reading Specialists
Tutors who provide academic and social support for students
Increased Librarian time – This increase allows Coe to operate a master schedule that provides each student with more specialist time each day (visual and performing arts, health & fitness, library, and social emotional learning).
Additionally, the PTA supports a variety of enrichment activities and efforts that make a positive contribution to our children and our community such as giving projects, staff appreciation, library support, safety patrol and supplies/resources for both classrooms and specialists (art, music, PE, science, technology), as well as on the playground.
Additional Fundraisers
Jog-A-Thon (proceeds benefit Coe PTA)
Islandwood (proceeds from Monster Mash, Popcorn Fridays, and Game Night help subsidize the cost of the 5th grade’s annual retreat)
Cookie Dough (proceeds split between Coe PTA and Islandwood)
Spirit Wear (proceeds benefit Coe PTA)
Journey with an Afghan School Coin Drive (all proceeds benefit Sahar Education)
Coe Cares Drives (food, book, holiday drive to benefit our communities with the greatest need)
