How We Bridge the Community
We believe schools should not carry the heavy burden of high-pressure fundraising sales. Our outreach model connects the community directly to the classroom.
Community Outreach
To promote our no-third-party-platform-fee initiative, we conduct local outreach campaigns throughout the Olentangy School District twice a year. During these campaigns, we showcase our bird sculptures and invite residents and local businesses to sponsor the cost of the card kits.
The Sponsorship Model
When alumni families, often using their 1:1 donation-matching opportunities, sponsor the production costs of the card kits, it reduces the PTO’s fundraising burden by helping cover expenses.
Sponsors Donate Directly to the PTO
Sponsors pledge or donate directly to the PTO of their choice, creating a transparent connection between the local community and education.
After production costs are covered, every remaining dollar stays with the PTO. There are no third-party platform fees.
Additional Sponsorships Create a Surplus
Funds raised beyond the cost of the kits remain with the PTO, often allowing fundraising returns to exceed 100%.
