July 18, 2024
Making a difference in schools. Together!
Training for New Treasurers
We will be offering four upcoming training sessions for our NEW Chapter Treasurers. These sessions will be Wednesday, July 24th 5:30PM-6:30PM-Castle Pines Library, Thursday, July 25th 10:30AM-11:30AM-Castle Pines Library, Wednesday, July 31st 9:00AM-10:00AM-Lone Tree Library, and Monday, August 5th 5:00PM-6:00PM-Lone Tree Library.
 
Please use this link to sign up.
 
If you are unable to attend one of these sessions and would like to set up another time to meet, please contact Kim Meigs directly at kmeigs@dcsdk12.org

Save the Date!

Wednesday, August 28th 5:45 - 8:00PM
Annual Back to School Chapter Meeting
We are excited to announce that our Annual Back-to-School Chapter Meeting this year will again be held at the Millhouse at the Philip S. Miller Park in Castle Rock. We can’t wait to see everyone this year!
 
The event will kick off with a Vendor Fair showcasing some of our awesome Preferred Vendors, then move to a brief business meeting along with a question and answer session. Many of our generous vendors will be offering samples and donating prizes for our end of the evening drawing!
 
We are always looking for ways to improve this meeting to make sure you are getting the most out of the evening. If there are any topics that you would like to cover please reach out to Kim Meigs at kmeigs@dcsdk12.org.
 
Please keep an eye out for an email with registration and RSVP information - COMING SOON!
Back to School Reminders
2024-2025 Chapter Policy Manual - We are committed to providing support and resources to our Chapters. The Chapter Policy Manual and Booster Club Policy Manual contains important information that will help you with policy, governance and fundraising. 
 
Chapter Contacts - If you haven’t already done so, please remember to update the Foundation with any new board members using the Chapter Contact Form and return it to Kim Meigs.
 
2024-2025 Chapter Vendor Guide - COMING SOON! This guide is designed to streamline the process of researching, engaging and paying vendors. By hiring one of these vendors you can skip several steps, including securing a W9. The guide highlights Preferred Partners of the Foundation. These partners are selected based on a combination of factors and may offer discounts to Foundation Chapters.
Important Bank Account Reminders
  • A transaction statement for each chapter will be sent the 2nd week of each month.

  • Please check the Unknown Deposit Worksheet for missing deposits not listed on your transaction statement - this will also be sent each month with your transaction statement.

  • Your carryover balance from prior year will be rounded to the nearest dollar amount.
  • If you need bank account information for Square, Stripe, Zeffy or other payment processors, please reach out to Amanda Ravsten.

  • For donation requests, don't forget about Colorado Gives donation pages, MySchoolBucks, and matching gifts through the parents' employer - have their employer find us under Douglas County Educational Foundation or the Foundation for Douglas County Schools EIN:84-1165175.

Fundraising Partner Highlights
Foundation Preferred Partner, Run4Fund$ is introducing a NEW and
EXCITING Fundraising Program for 2024: Run4Funds MINI!

This is a full-service school fun run with a 75% profit guarantee! We provide the most comprehensive service and give more profit back to the schools.
Call today to schedule a FREE consultation at 720-988-1075
Our program includes:
  • 75% Profit!
  • Run4Funds staff to help create a customized program for your school
  • A customized user-friendly web-platform for accepting and tracking donations
  • Kickoff assembly with follow-up video announcements to help motivate and inform the students and staff
  • Social media blasts
  • Full run day setup including staff and a DJ plus Foam Parties after each run.
  • Amazing prizes to keep everyone motivated
As a local Colorado-based company with over 24 years of fundraising experience, we are dedicated to helping you succeed!
The Outlets at Castle Rock are gearing up for our 19th Annual Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday, Sept. 28th, and we want YOU to be involved this year!

ShopEx is an annual event that draws 800+ community members to our center in full support of your nonprofit. Organizations are responsible for advertising the event to their supporters and selling tickets to the event. For every ticket you sell, you get $20 back to support your cause! Previous Shopping Extravaganza events have raised over $40,000 for organizations in our community!
Upcoming Community Events
Gather your family and friends for some great, discounted fun opportunities this year, brought to you by the Foundation for Douglas County Schools. Better yet, a portion of each ticket purchased goes back to DC Schools! Tickets are limited, purchase now!
Did you know that the Foundation manages a Chapter Chat Facebook page? The purpose of this private group is to solicit the advice of other chapter officers and committee chairs, benefit from their experience, share best practices, and participate in ongoing conversation. Join us today by clicking on the Facebook icon below!
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