17 Jul July Newsletter
Cara’s Corner
Spring at your Northshore Schools Foundation was busy and joyful with honors ceremonies, graduations, symposiums and music performances for May is Music Month. We are so proud to celebrate Northshore students! We were especially proud to once again sponsor the C.P. and Dorothy Johnson Humanitarian Awards. It was a moving ceremony in which students from Pre-K through High School were honored for being leaders in compassion and community building in their schools.
We are also proud to stand with the Northshore Schools through the difficult decisions that had to be made in-order to create a balanced budget. Our commitment to partnering with the school district to fill in the gaps has never been stronger. We are here to help ensure that ALL students can participate fully in school by removing barriers to education.
Students from families who are financially struggling will need our support more than ever this coming school year as budget cuts lead to increased fees for many school activities, some of which (like 5th grade camp) are mandatory. This summer we are getting students in need ready for school with our annual Backpacks for Kids event and we will continue to support them fully participate during the school year through our partnership with the Care Team Liaisons. Liaisons are school employees who work with the Foundation to support students in need at every school level. There are Care Team Liaisons in each of the 36 Northshore Schools and together we removed barriers to student participation and food insecurity for 342 students.
As we move into our 30th year of operation, in 2025 we will be 30 years old! We are excited to take a look back at the impact we have had and dream of the students and programs we can support in our next 30 years!
May is Music Month Concert Series:
We Celebrated Northshore bands and musicians!
A heartfelt THANK YOUÂ to everyone who attended our three May is Music Month concert series. We had performances by SAS Rock Band, IHS Jazz Band, and WHS Jazz Band.
We understand music education is important to Northshore students, staff, and families. That is why we celebrated, and will continue to celebrate, music within the district.
A big THANK YOUÂ to all the donors! Special shoutout to 192 Brewing who donated their venue space for our concert series.
Missed the concerts? Don’t worry, we will have more music concerts celebrating Northshore musicians and bands for the 2024-2025 school year! Be on the lookout in the fall!
Recap of NSD Family Symposium
We’re proud to support and sponsor the Northshore School District Family Symposium, coordinated by the Family Engagement and Resource Center, on Saturday May 4 at North Creek High school. All NSD families were invited to attend this exciting and education event.
Participants attended educational sessions including: Special Education; Career and Technical Education; Students and Social Media; Choice Schools and Programs; Student Mental Health: For Students By Students; Student Safety; Community Safety; Community Resources; Artificial Intelligence; and Family Engagement.
Big shout out to our Board Members who helped attendees find their way to the workshops. THANK YOU!
We got that GIVING feeling from YOU!
A big THANK YOU to all of our supporters to donated to Washington Gives’ annual 48-hour GiveBIG!  We weren’t alone! Over 1,400 Washington based nonprofits raised $11.6 million this year. The Foundation appreciates YOU because we’re a nonprofit you care about.
Keep on the lookout for GivingTuesday, the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. A global generosity movement that encourages people to do good and support their favorite nonprofit or charity.Â
Thank You Emily!
The Foundation proudly honors Emily Fisher for her invaluable contributions to the Northshore Schools Foundation over the past nine years. Her guidance has elevated our organization and inspired our donors.
Emily’s unwavering dedication to our mission and values has made a life-changing impact on thousands of Northshore staff, educators, students, and programs. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors!
We were honored to celebrate and sponsor the Northshore School District‘s C.P. & Dorothy Johnson Humanitarian Award for the sixth consecutive year!
On Monday, May 21, 72 exceptional Northshore students were recognized for their outstanding humanitarian efforts.
The award was established in honor of two educators who dedicated their lives to improving the lives of all children in our community. We are honored to join the Northshore Schools District in celebrating students who are living lives that exemplify the tenants of this award, Acceptance, Community, and Advocacy.
City of Bothell’s Fourth of July Parade
Foundation staff, board members, volunteers, and Jackie the dog had a blast marching in City of Bothell’s annual Fourth of July parade. We greeted attendees, handed out candy, and gave big smiles to everyone as we walked in the sunshine!
Best part? We marched behind Northshore Summer Music school as they played harmoniously. Plus, we had style with a ’66 white Mustang in our group thanks to Board Member Dyana and Jon.
Thanks to everyone who cheered us on!
The Foundation earned the 2024 Candid’s Gold Seal of Transparency
We are so proud and honored! Candid is the world’s largest source of information on nonprofit organizations. They connect people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it.
For more information about Candid, click here
Enhance and Inspire Learning
Update on Classroom and District Grants
Northshore Schools Foundation is gearing up for the 2024-2025 school year. We’re exciting to see what projects, and innovative learning programs we will fund for the Northshore Schools!
For classroom and district grants, there will be two grant cycles. The deadlines are October 10, 2024, and March 13, 2025. Decisions will be made within 3-4 weeks after each grant cycle deadline.
Learn More About 2024-2025 Grants
Are you a past classroom or district grant recipient? We love pictures and details about your project! Please send any photos and/or thank you notes from your students to let us know how your project is impacting them. You can send thank you notes via intraoffice mail to Kim Rickelton at Admin/NSDF.
Removing Barriers to Learning
Raising Funds to Support Student Opportunities and Readiness to Learn
The Foundation is in full working mode for our annual summer Backpacks for Kids School Supply Drive. We anticipate 800+ requests for backpacks and school supplies from families experiencing financial hardship and we want to be able to say yes to all of them!
Here is how you can support today:
Did you know $25 = 1 Backpack? You can donate today and set up a student for success! Click here to donate.Â
Drop off new school supplies at one of our 30+ collection sites until August 2nd! Stop by at one of our hosts and look for our signature red bins. Click here for donation locations.Â
Forward this email to your own community! Help us spread the word on our school supply drive.
Are you a looking to host a red bin at your location or host an employee only supply drive? Or simply hang posters in your community or break room? There is still time! Email: kimm@nsdfoundat​ion.orgÂ
We couldn’t make this school supply drive a success without the support of the Northshore Community.
We’re proud to have 30+ public collection sites with red bins and posters!
We’re proud to have 9+ private and personal supply drives!
Find Donation Locations
Upcoming Events
Backpacks for Kids Promo Partnership with Northwest Electric & Solar | Now – September 1st
We’re excited to announce that your trusted solar energy experts will donate one backpack for every solar energy system sold through September 1st!
It’s a win-win situation! By transforming your home or business into an energy-efficient powerhouse, you’ll also be helping Northshore students in need.
Click here more information about Northwest Electric & Solar
Questions about the promotion? Email: kimm@nsdfoundat​ion.org
Last Summertime Dineout | Feast for GOOD!
Craving something delicious with a side of generosity? Mark your calendar for Wednesday July 17th and get ready to dine for GOOD!
Why dineout? Every delicious bite makes a difference! A percentage of the food-only sales will be donated to the Foundation. You’re fueling something meaningful with every gelato and cafe drink.
Anytime on Wednesday July 17, head over to Woodinville Ephesus Cafe & Gelato. When placing your order, simply mention “Northshore Schools Foundation.” That’s it!
Thank you everyone who has been participating in our summertime dineouts. Let’s make the last one, the best one!
Volunteer with us | For Backpacks for Kids
Want to give back to Northshore? Meet the Foundation staff and board members? Come support us and help ensure our annual Backpacks for Kids event is a success!
This is a great opportunity for students who need community service hours, people who want to support education, or simply meet some pretty nice people!
We’re looking for packers of school supply kits and delivery drivers!
Backpack packing dates: We’ll pack school supply kits at North Creek Self Storage
3-5:50pm Thursday August 15
9:30am-12pm Friday August 16
Backpack delivery dates: Help us deliver backpacks to NSD schools
9am-1pm Monday August 19
9am-1pm Tuesday August 20
Interested? Contact us by Monday August 12th. Email: kimm@nsdfoundat​ion.orgÂ
The Foundation will be at three exciting summer concerts collecting school supplies and digital donations
Thursday July 18 | 6-8pm:Â City of Kenmore Summer Concert
Thursday July 25 | 6-8pm: City of Kenmore Summer Concert   Â
Wednesday July 31 | 5:30-8pm:Â Celebrate Woodinville Summer Concert
Are you attending? Look for our signature red bins and red t-shirts!
Back to School Resource Fair | Thursday August 8th | 4-5:30pm at Pop Keeney Stadium
The Foundation will be at Northshore School District’s Back to School Resource Fair! This event offers a chance to explore resources from our community partners and gather information from various District departments.
Click here for more information.
Come say hi! We’ll be discussing our Skills 4 Life Podcast.
More ways you can support the Foundation
- Spread the word on our Backpacks for Kids supply drive! Forward this email to your family, friends, co-workers, and community!
- Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to help build our momentum.
- Make a monetary donation today, click here to donate.Â
- Encourage others to sign up for our e-newsletter.