Indian Lane PTG's Bobcat Club Campaign
Direct Donation - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Bobcat Club Campaign?
It is a PTG fundraiser campaign created to give Indian Lane families a way to donate money directly to IL PTG in lieu of traditional buying and selling fundraisers (for example, wrapping paper and a silent auction). 100% of your donation supports PTG programs and may be tax-deductible.
To continue to support Indian Lane with our current PTG initiatives and to avoid the need for additional fundraisers during the upcoming school year, we need your support to reach our fundraising goal of $15,000.
To continue to support Indian Lane with our current PTG initiatives and to avoid the need for additional fundraisers during the upcoming school year, we need your support to reach our fundraising goal of $15,000.
How much should I donate?
Our goal is to achieve 100% family participation. No donation amount is too big or too small. All donations are very much appreciated! Click here to view the different benefit levels. Please be assured your donation will remain completely confidential. Click here for the different donation levels.
How do I make a donation?
You may make a secure online credit card donation (see donation button at top of this page) or make a contribution by check made payable to IL PTG - click here for the donation coupon to enclose with your payment.
For budgeting purposes, we kindly request you make your donation no later than September 15th, if possible.
Make a donation before August 1st to receive greater benefits!
THANK YOU!
For budgeting purposes, we kindly request you make your donation no later than September 15th, if possible.
Make a donation before August 1st to receive greater benefits!
THANK YOU!
What is a corporate matching program?
Many companies have programs through which they will "match" the charitable contributions made by their employees. Through corporate gift matching, you can multiply your donation to IL PTG - making your donation and the benefits that our students receive go further!
Please contact your company's Human Resources office to inquire if they offer gift matching. If your emplyer does offer this program, they will provide you with a matching gift form. Please send it to school, along with your donation, in a sealed envelope marked "IL PTG Bobcat Club Campaign."
Please contact your company's Human Resources office to inquire if they offer gift matching. If your emplyer does offer this program, they will provide you with a matching gift form. Please send it to school, along with your donation, in a sealed envelope marked "IL PTG Bobcat Club Campaign."
Where does the money go?
Money raised by the PTG Bobcat Club Campaign and PTG membership dues are used to sponsor:
- Assemblies
- Teacher reimbursement for classroom supplies
- Grade-level projects and events (i.e., 5th grade luncheon, 3rd grade quilting)
- Family events (i.e., bingo & movie nights, gingerbread house decorating)
- Teacher's Luncheon
- Birthday Bash
- Field Day
- School-wide initiatives (Broadcast, Indian Lane Ink and yearbook)
- Teacher Wish List
(in 2009/2010, this included 7 laptop computers, a microwave for students to use in the cafeteria, and 1 smartboard for the library) - And much more!
Who can participate in the Bobcat Club Campaign?
Parents and teachers are welcome to donate as well as to invite family, friends, businesses and members of the community to participate in the Campaign.
All donators will be listed on this website by their family name or teacher name in appreciation and recognition for their support. If you choose to remain anonymous, please note such at the time of payment.
If grandparents/relatives used to buy wrapping paper to support the kids, please suggest they make a similar monetary donation to the Bobcat Club Campaign . If you indicate it at the time of donation or send us an e-mail, we can list the family name or the family name - grandparents (i.e., The Smith Family - Grandparents). We aim to please!
All donators will be listed on this website by their family name or teacher name in appreciation and recognition for their support. If you choose to remain anonymous, please note such at the time of payment.
If grandparents/relatives used to buy wrapping paper to support the kids, please suggest they make a similar monetary donation to the Bobcat Club Campaign . If you indicate it at the time of donation or send us an e-mail, we can list the family name or the family name - grandparents (i.e., The Smith Family - Grandparents). We aim to please!
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, in most cases (please consult tax guides or a tax consultant). Indian Lane Elementary School PTG has been desigated as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, non-profit organization by the IRS. Please retain your donation receipt for your tax records.
Who may I contact if I need help?
For assistance or more information, please contact us at ILESPTG@gmail.com.