Benjamin Fox Elementary School

Fundraising

Today, it costs about $10K per child to provide an enriching, well-rounded education.  Our property taxes and state funding only provide $7K per child.  The passage of Proposition 13 in 1978 dramatically decreased school funding throughout California.

To bridge the financial gap, there are over 600 foundations within California providing supplemental funding and improving the quality of education for their children.  School-Force is our Belmont-Redwood Shores Public Education Foundation.

 In addition, each of our schools has a strong PTA organization that helps build a cohesive working relationship between our schools and our parent communities to support the education of our children.


Why Support Both?


School-Force is the only fundraising organization that can fund personnel, such as teachers, librarians, aides and specialists.

PTA provides funds for volunteer-based programs, field trips, assemblies and school materials, such as books and teaching supplies.

 By financially supporting both organizations, we can ensure our children receive the enriched, high-quality education we expect to provide to our children.

 “The enhancements to our curriculum provided through the supplemental funding raised by School-Force and PTA make the difference between a good education versus and exceptional one.” – Dr. Emerita Orta-Camilleri, Superintendent, Belmont-Redwood Shores School District


Make a Difference Today

Now a percentage of money you spend on everyday purchases can be sent to Fox Elementary School using eScrip. To learn more, visit our ongoing programs page.

Want to get involved with fundraising? Visit our volunteer page and let us know how you’d like to participate.