PTA Membership 2020-21

SUPPORT GRAND VIEW – THE PTA GATOR FUND

GIVE 100%

100% PARTICIPATION | 100% TAX DEDUCTIBLE | 100% FOR GRAND VIEW 2020-21

Join the Grand View community in supporting our school with a tax deductible contribution to the PTA Gator Fund and MBEF. All PTA funds raised go directly to the immediate needs of our students and teachers for the 2020/21 school year.

We appreciate the generous support of our families and welcome contributions of any amount. With contributions to the PTA Gator Fund and MBEF Annual Appeal, you will receive:

Giving Gator: Contribution of any amount to PTA and/or MBEF

Access to the GV 20/21 Directory Spot (online school directory)
Annual PTA Membership ($25)
Donor name in newsletter/website
20/21 GV Car Magnet

Grateful Gator: $400 /student to PTA and $2,000/student to MBEF
Contributions at the suggested levels or higher, you will receive all benefits listed above, plus:

Special donor recognition in Gator Good Annual Report (500+ recipients)
Gator Pride Yard Sign
Grateful Gator blue-light blocking glasses for each child (first 100 families to donate)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to donate to the PTA this year even though we are distance learning?

A: Yes, we absolutely need (and hugely appreciate) your donations! PTA funds so many “unseen” items such as additional training for teachers as they transition to remote learning, technology (i.e. the chrome books and iPads that many students are using now as well as brain pop, raz kids and more!) When we get back into the classroom, the PTA will fund all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) like masks, sanitizing stations and additional cleaning protocols.

Q: If I donate this year will the money be used this year?

A: Yes – PTA works hard to ensure that all funds raised in a school year go to fund the PTA budget for that year.

Q: How much does the PTA spend per child?

A: Last year PTA spent $421 per child; this year we are budgeting $400 per child which is why we are asking for parents to consider making a $400 donation.

Q: What happens if the PTA does not raise sufficient money to fund its budget?

A: Unfortunately, if we do not meet our funding goal, we simply will not be able to pay for the additional programs this year that PTA usually pays for. This may also have a negative impact on next year’s programs as well.

Q: How can I volunteer?

A: Find PTA volunteer opportunities here.

Q: What if I have other questions?

A: Please email the PTA membership chair: Claire Hall.

If you have multiple students in your family, complete the form and click “Add to Cart” for each student.

Make Your Annual Pledge to MBEF

Small class sizes. Librarians. P.E. teachers. Advisors. Music teachers. Science Teachers. You won’t find them in this year’s state budget. You will find them in Manhattan Beach schools. Thanks to your generous donations last year, MBEF raised enough money to maintain our high-quality programs and the quality teachers that allow our district to be ranked THIRD in the State. And the drive continues. Better schools. Better communities. Is there a better reason? This pledge must be made directly to MBEF, so visit the MBEF website to make your pledge by November 1st.

Corporate Matching

Corporate Matching Gifts are an easy way to contribute to your child’s education. Here is a list of local companies that have previously participated. If your employer has a Corporate Matching Gift Program, Grand View’s Tax ID number is #95-6204597. You may have your company representative send an e-mail to membership@gvpta.com if they need any other information.