1. Thank you for supporting our school
THANKS
for
GIVING
November 2015
Dear Fellow Parents of PS 163,
Count On Me is our school’s annual fundraising campaign. Donations support many programs that make our school extraordinary.
A heartfelt thank you to those who have given already. If you haven’t yet, please consider doing so. PS 163 counts on every parent to participate, at the level that is right for you. We like to say, “Don’t give ‘til it hurts. Give ‘til it feels good!”
The Thanksgiving Season is a great opportunity to reach out to your friends and family to seek their support for your child’s school as they consider their year-end charitable giving. The attached flyer makes it easy (an electronic version is available at Consider getting your child involved by drawing a picture just for this occasion!
Can the kids of PS 163 count on you this Thanksgiving?
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Deborah Lo Cascio or Tracy Newirth at in person.
Thank you for supporting our school

2. Thank you for your support!
Dear Friends and Family,
Please support our child’s school with a donation to Count On Me.
What is Count On Me?
It’s PS 163’s annual fundraising campaign. Your donation will support enrichment programs and classroom supplements that make our school extraordinary such as: in-class chess, chorus, art, music and science supplies, supplemental math, library books, and more!
Our collective support ensures our kids have the best possible public school experience.
PTA Budget Allocations
Will my donation really make a difference?
YES! The annual appeal is the largest single contributor to the PTA budget.
How much should I give?
We like to say, “Don’t give ‘til it hurts. Give ‘til it feels good!”
Can the kids count on you?
Please complete and return this form with your check made payable to “Friends of PS 163, Inc.”
By mail: Friends of PS 163, Inc. 163 West 97th Street, New York, NY 10025
Online: Via PayPal at
Donations are 100% tax deductible. We like to recognize donors (amounts are confidential), but if you prefer be listed as anonymous, check here
Count On Me!
Thank you for your support!
Name:____________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________
Phone:___________________
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On behalf of student(s)/grade(s): _______________________________
Amount
$25
$50
$100
$200
$500
$1,000
Other: $_________
Company Match? Many companies match donations, multiplying the impact of your donation. Please check with your employer.

3. This is my drawing for you. I hope you like it!
Dear Friends & Family,
Thank you for helping my school and all of its students. Our school and community are awesome!
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Student Name
This is my drawing for you. I hope you like it!