What is Give BIG! St. Helena?

Give BIG! St. Helena is an annual parent-led social fundraising campaign benefiting St. Helena’s public schools. March is the month of giving with our efforts culminating on March 24, marking St. Helena’s anniversary of incorporation – March 24 of 1876.

During the month of March we seek the support of students, alumni, parents, teachers, staff, other relatives, community members and local businesses. Everyone can participate, with donations of $24, $240, $2400 or whatever you are able to give – every donation helps!

When is Give BIG! St. Helena?

Give BIG! St. Helena’s kicks off every year during the month of March culminating on the final day of giving on March 24.

How do I participate?

• Donate Today!
  • Go to:  http://www.givebigsthelena.org to donate today.
  • Or send a check to:  Give BIG! St. Helena  –  P.O. Box 305  –  St. Helena, CA 94574
• Spread the Word!
  • Share the Give BIG! link with grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, family members and friends – ask for their support
  • Share our donation page on social media
  • Ask your employer if they match charitable contributions

Who is behind Give BIG! St. Helena?

The Give BIG! St. Helena initiative is collaboration between the St. Helena Public Schools Foundation and the three parent groups that support St. Helena’s four public schools: the St.Helena Primary and Elementary School Parent Group, the Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School Parent Group, and the St. Helena High School Parent Group.

Where does the money go?

Visit our Why Donate page to see examples of the wonderful things Give BIG! funds across the district’s four school sites

What schools will benefit?

All of St. Helena’s four public schools: St. Helena Primary School, St. Helena Elementary School, Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School, and St. Helena High School will all benefit.

Why is this money needed?

St. Helena’s public schools strive to provide the highest quality education and be the schools of choice for St. Helena’s residents. To meet this goal, supplemental funds are needed to enhance the curriculum, pay for arts programs, support innovative educational programs, cover the cost of field trips and other special events and activities, and more.

What do you mean by social fundraising?

Our donation portal encourages donors to connect with friends and family through email, Facebook, or Twitter, and provides the option for your “social network” connections to donate too. It’s perfect for grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, godparents, family friends, and business colleagues near and far!

How can I connect to family and friends if I don’t have Facebook or Twitter?

It’s also easy to email a message to your contacts and direct them to the Give Big! St. Helena initiative’s webpage, www.givebigsthelena.org.

I attended public school in St. Helena, are there ways for alumni to participate as a class?

Yes. It’s simple to set up an Alumni Class social page; for assistance or more information, please contact St. Helena High School Alum, Tish Wagner at

tishwagner@gmail.com

or visit the St. Helena High School Alumni page on Facebook

Where do I mail my donation?

Donations can be mailed to:
Give BIG! St. Helena
P.O. Box 305
St. Helena, CA 94574

Who do I make my donation to?

Make checks payable to: SHPSF-Give Big

Is Give BIG! St. Helena a non-profit?

Yes. Federal and State Tax and Organization details can be found on the donation webpage.

Is my contribution tax deductible?

The St. Helena Public Schools Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, will manage the collection and distribution of tax deductible donations to Give BIG! The SHPSF Tax ID number is 94-2891817. All donations are tax deductible to the maximum extent allowed by law.

How much was raised in years past?

In 2015, our pilot year, our community came together and gave BIG!—raising over $247,000. At the height of the campaign, Give BIG! raised over $300,000 a year for your public schools. We took a step back during the pandemic and wildfire years and are now looking to surpass our previous levels of support for our schools!

We extend a BIG! thank you to all our donors!

How can I find out more or get a question answered?

Email us at hello@givebigsthelena.org