McNear Family Giving Campaign 2025-’26
Help our Falcons Soar!!
DONATE NOW!
Dear McNear Families,
Welcome to a new school year at McNear Elementary! Our hallways are buzzing with excited students, new friendships, and endless curiosity. You may have seen our recent teaser flyer about the Family Giving Campaign — now we’re excited to share all the details!
Today’s reality is that public schools in California are community-funded and can no longer rely on federal, state or local budgets to provide a well-rounded education. That means a large part of our children’s enrichment opportunities depend on us — the McNear community.
In combination with community fundraisers such as the Move-A-Thon, Wish Benefit and Dine and Donates, funds raised by the Family Giving Campaign directly support programs not covered by the school budget — programs that bring learning to life, spark curiosity, and create an environment where our children can thrive academically, socially, and creatively. Your contribution plays a direct role in enhancing our children’s education and childhood experience.
The Family Giving Campaign funds essential McNear programs, including:
- Garden & Environmental Literacy “Green Team”
- Performing Arts
- School Supplies for all students and teachers
- Scholarships
- Library Support
- Field Trips
- McNear Arts & Science Center (MASC) & Maker’s Lab
- Spanish Language programs for ALL grades
Our overall fundraising goal for the 2025/2026 school year is $150,000 for 400 students, so we encourage you to make your family’s gift today. So far, 18 families have already signed up! Please join them –every amount matters!
How to donate:
- Donate online at https://mcnearelementary.ejoinme.org/give or with this QR code:
- Bring a check written to McNear PTA to the front office or return it in your child’s Wednesday Folder
- Consider a monthly donation — A little each month makes a big impact. 260 Families x $10/month x 10 months of school=$26,000. That’s a big chunk of our fundraising goal, done and dusted!
- Check for employer matching gifts — Many workplaces will double your contribution.
We believe 100% participation matters most. When we all give, we all invest in every child’s success. Thank you so much for taking part in our vital fundraising efforts for each and every child at McNear!
Sincerely,
Robin Semmelhack
McNear PTA President ‘25-’26
P.S. Early gifts help us plan for the year — please donate today!
