Thank you for continuing to make this year's campaign an unparalleled success!
And special thanks to all those who helped on the INVEST campaign this year:
INVEST CHAIRS:
Lauren Hunter & Kelly Smith - INVEST Co-Chairs
Holly Barnhart & Tracy Jensen - INVEST Social Co-Chairs
INVEST COMMITTEE:
Suzannah Green, Mary Helman, Andrea Hickok, Katie Johnson, Whitney Kimerling, Jenn Permann, Nikki Turitto, Carey Whitworth
Special Mentions - we couldn’t have done it without these PTO leaders!
Lynn Brown, Kerry Roberts, Hilary Stimart, Lindsay Wells
What is INVEST?
INVEST is the Julia Green PTO’s annual giving campaign. It’s a chance for parents, grandparents, and the whole Julia Green community to directly INVEST in Julia Green’s students and programs through monetary gifts. The money raised through the INVEST campaign accounts for more than half of the PTO’s operating budget.
If you wish to make a contribution, please donate online or complete the pledge form located in your brochure and return to your teacher in your child's folder.
Have a grandparent or special friend who would like to mail a check? Just make the check out to “Julia Green PTO,” include your child's name in the memo line and mail their donation to Julia Green Elementary School, Attn: Lindsay Wells, 3500 Hobbs Road, Nashville, TN 37215
How Much Should I Give?
No matter what size – your contribution matters! Every single donation – be it $1, $100 or $10,000 – helps provide our children with an elementary education that is enriching and engaging. All donations to the Julia Green PTO are tax deductible and will be kept confidential.
The suggested donation amount is $375 per child. We know that every family’s ability to give is different and we encourage you to make a donation that is meaningful to your family. Our fundraising goal for the 2022-23 school year is $150,000.
Did you know that we also accept gifts of stock? If you would like to contribute a gift of stock toward the campaign, please email investjuliagreen@gmail.com.
Increase Your Gift with Corporate Matching
Many companies have matching gift programs. It's estimated that $4-$7 billion in matching gifts go unclaimed each year. Together we can tap those dollars for Julia Green - it could double your donation at no additional cost to you!
Typically, you can reach out to your Human Resources or Benefits departments to see if your company will match your gift. If they will, you will likely need to provide the following information to request the match:
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Donee: Julia Green Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
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EIN: 30-0278216
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Mailing Address: 3500 Hobbs Road, Nashville TN 37215
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Phone Number: 615-298-8082
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Amount of your donation
If you have any questions about making a matching gift, e-mail investjuliagreen@gmail.com.
INVEST Helps All of Our Children!
The Julia Green PTO fields funding requests from the Julia Green community twice each school year through a structured, transparent process. PTO funds are used to supplement state funding for Julia Green by providing:
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Reading specialists
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Math enrichment teacher
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New part-time PE assistant and library clerk
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Capital improvements including new umbrellas and picnic tables for the patio, gymnasium climbing wall and outdoor track
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Professional development for your child’s teacher
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Art, science, dance and music enrichment
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Classroom supplies including $20,000 toward new books
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Special no-cost events like Hornet Hustle, Field Day, Carnival and the Art Show
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Online learning programs
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Unique programs throughout the year including Mr. Bond, Nashville Opera and Ballet
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Funding for Julia’s Families and expansion of Hornets with Heart
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Buzz Buddies, a mentorship program for new Julia Green families
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And much more!
Truly, Julia Green could not provide the exceptional student and faculty support and educational programming that it is known for without its PTO, INVEST campaign, and generous Hornet community. Thank you for INVESTing in our kids!
INVEST Committee
Co-Chairs: Lauren Hunter and Kelly Smith
Social Co-Chairs: Holly Barnhart & Tracy Jensen
Please feel free to contact us by email at investjuliagreen@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!