Mardi Gras

Dear Families of St. Kieran School,

Our annual Mardi Gras fundraise! is just around the corner! It will he held on Saturday, February 18, 2012 in the school gym. St. Kieran School has served Chicago Heights and the surrounding suburbs for 50 years. With the help of the PTN (parent Teacher Network). we have been able to enhance the education of our students with expansive programs, field trips, Rosetta Stone language software and upgrades to the school.

Mardi Gras is the largest fundraiser at St. Kieran School and would not be possible without the generous help of our families. Plans are underway to host this adult evening gala which will feature entertainment, cajun food, hurricanes, a dessert buffet, and raffles. This event is promoted to school parents, parishoners and the surrounding community with fundraising targeted at $10,000.

Much of the funds raised are through local businesses and families. We also seek donations for our basket raffle table which is one of the primary draws to the event. Some of these baskets and raffles will include tickets for Southwest Airlines, tickets for Blue Man Group, signed sports memorabilia, and many restaurant gift certificates, all which were donated through local businesses and corporations.

Please consider supporting our fundraising efforts with either monetary contributions or donations of gift certificates and services. We are also asking for your help in seeking donations (which are tax deductible) through your employer or anyone you know who may be a business owner. Please contact Diane Goodman. 630-452-0016 • texsdogtteats@yahoo.com, to let her know of any donations you receive. Please submit your donations by January 27.

Donation letters are available to download so they can be faxed or emailed to businesses/corporations. All of our contributors will be prominently recognized in our program with their names displayed on banners. Mardi Gras Cover Letter and Mardi Gras Sponsor Letter

The preparation of this event is divided into committees (contacting sponsors, coordinating raffle baskets, bar, dessert tables, assist with clean up after the event, or work a shift during the evening). We need the help of every parent to make this a success. Please contact Karyn Zehman .773-553-0368 to let her know what you can do to help. Click here for to volunteer online.

Thank you for your continued support. Your generosity is greatly appreciated by the students and staff of St. Kieran School.

Sincerely,

St. Kieran School PTN

Barbara M. Pappalardo/Vice Principal PTN President