Lufkin Road Middle School PTA - No Fuss Fundraiser

A Cooler Place to Gather. A Stronger School for Everyone.

The inspiration behind this year’s theme? Shade for our students! We’re raising money to purchase a shade structure for the patio and picnic tables, creating a cooler, more comfortable place for students to gather, eat, and enjoy time outside.

Our $30,000 goal supports both this special project and the programs in our annual PTA budget. Your donation helps us work toward a more usable patio while continuing to fund the resources, experiences, and support that benefit our school throughout the year.

NO FUSS FUNDRAISER

What We're Fundraising For

Along with the patio shade structure, your donations will support:

Awards and incentives that celebrate positive behavior and achievement

Tools and technology that help every student succeed

Support for under-resourced families through our food pantry

Meals, apparel and support to thank our educators

Fun activities like socials and festivals that create lasting memories

Funding essential resources that stregnthen our entire school

Inspiring creativity and appreciation for diverse traditions

Creating a clean, vibrant and welcoming campus

🚨Important Details

What is our fundraising goal? $30,000
Is there a suggested donation amount? We are encouraging 100% participation from our students, whether they ask for donations, participate by bringing in spare change, or simply help spread the word. If every student can raise at least $25 we will meet our goal. Donations of $250 or more will include a 30 inch lightning bolt with your name on it painted on our school sidewalk!
What is the deadline to give? While all of our incentives to give are based on the end date of October 23rd, the fundraiser will remain live year-round! We need a strong push to meet our goal to support our budget for the year, but you are welcome to give at any time .☺️
I see the button to donate, but can I mail in a check instead of paying online? Yes! Please make a check payable to Lufkin Rd Middle School PTA and mail to 1002 Lufkin Rd Apex, NC 27539.
How do I invite my family and friends to participate? We suggest sharing the direct link to give online with them - bit.ly/PBL-Donate
Is my donation tax deductible? Yes! After your donation, you will receive a thank you email containing the Lufkin PTA Tax ID.
My company offers donation matching. How do I get my gift matched? Great! Please reach out to our treasurer, Julie Neild (lufkinPTAtreasurer@gmail.com) to make it happen.

🎉Let's talk student incentives!🥳

School-Wide Incentives When We Hit Our Goals!

$10,000 =🎶 Cool Beats & Morning Greets

We’re turning up the tunes! Enjoy music at arrival and start your school day on a cool note.

$15,000 = 😎 Cool & Comfy Day (Pajama Day)

Stay cool and get cozy! Rock your favorite pajamas or comfiest clothes for a day of laid-back Lufkin style.

$20,000 = ❄️ The Big Chill Showdown (Teacher Inflatables Race)

Big costumes, big laughs! Cheer on your teachers as they race in inflatable costumes at the Winter Pep Rally.

Who will keep their cool and cross the finish line first?

$25,000 = 🥪 Chill with Your Crew (Free Choice Seating at Lunch)
Lunch is cooler with your crew! Pick your seat, sit with your friends, and enjoy some lunchtime laughs.

$30,000 = ☀️ The Lufkin Chill Out (Extra Outside Time & Popsicles)

More time outside, more time to chill! Enjoy bonus outdoor time with your friends and cool off with a popsicle—a sweet way to celebrate!

📢 Students! You can help!

Text Your Friends and Family!

Hi [person’s name], it’s [your name]. Can you help me raise money for a great cause – my school? I want to help every kid at Lufkin have a great school experience. Here’s the link to donate. https://bit.ly/PBL-Donate.

Help Spread the Word!

Help spread the word! Talk to your parents and grandparents. See if your friends are joining in. Remember, there are incentives, aka PRIZES, for you and your track!

Fundraising Fridays!

Bring your cash to lunch on Fridays and help us reach our goal! Every student who donates - any amount - gets a piece of candy as a sweet thank-you. ($1 and up please, no coins)

We will be collecting every Friday until 10/23

Thank You to Our Corporate Sponsors!

❔Did you know ...

LRMS draws from neighborhoods throughout Apex, Holly Springs, Cary, and Raleigh, with our students coming from 35 different Wake Co Elementary schools. Our community is socioeconomically diverse: more than 30% of our students qualify for free breakfast and lunch. PTA fundraising allows us to provide resources that make the school experience enriching and equitable for every student.

Ready to Help?

Why No-Fuss?

100% of Proceeds go to Lufkin Students & Staff!

With the exception of our giving platform's credit card fees, all proceeds go directly to our programs. Instead of hiring a company to run a big event (and losing close to half of our proceeds), direct giving allows us to pocket every dollar that is donated.

We're All Included

Our goal is full participation by all of our students, in whatever way that you can. Instead of a bunch of individual prizes based on dollar amounts, most of our incentives are based on participation.

Less Is More

Schools in our area raise 2x as much money through this kind of fundraising, compared with sales or event-based efforts! Our goal is to make a big impact without taking our focus off of the real reason students and teachers are here: to teach and to learn!

Other FAQs (and Answers!)

Will there be other fundraisers?

Yes, you will still hear about a few other activities – some that have become tradition for our students, and others that are tied in with the school program. However, this is a way for busy students and families to make a real difference without a lot of extras.

Does my child have to participate? Do I have to donate?

You’re under no obligation to participate in this or any other school fundraiser.

Are there other ways to support Lufkin students and staff?

Absolutely!

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