Supporting St. Francis
Raising Funds for Academics, Athletics, and More
Our Home and School Association (HSA) plays a key role in organizing a variety of “fun”draisers to support our academic and athletic programs, including field trips and other events.
The HSA works hard to help build a strong relationship between parents, teachers, and students in order to create a more involved, engaged school community. By hosting school community events, organizing volunteers, and planning teacher appreciation events, the HSA helps to create the close-knit and supportive environment we all love here at St. Francis de Sales Catholic School.
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HSA Purse Bingo (Open to the Public)
When: October 10, 2024
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Please join us in the Parish Center on October 10th from 6-9 pm for a fun, adults-only evening of Bingo, with lots of great prizes (including designer handbags). Food, drinks and desserts are available for purchase. Open to the public. Buy your Bingo tickets and secure your sponsorship here. Regular game sponsors earn one FREE SPIRIT WEAR DAY for your student! Sign up to volunteer here.
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HSA Christmas Wreath Sale (Open to the Public)
When: October & November 2024, Pick-up: To be announced
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Our very popular holiday wreaths will also be available for purchase to help make your home festive for the holidays! Open to the public.
Volunteers: Volunteers may be needed to help hand out wreaths.
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Athletics Board 2024 St. Francis de Sales Golf Tournament (Open to the Public)
When: November 15, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM Registration opens, 10:00 AM Shotgun Start
Where: Nutter’s Crossing Golf Course
The SFdS Athletics Board is hosting its inaugural golf tournament on Friday, Nov. 15th. Funds raised help our school to purchase new sports equipment, cover referee fees, and provide team opportunities for our 5th-8th grade students. Registration opens at 8:30am with a shotgun start at 10:00am. Register your foursome online or sponsor the tournament at https://SFDSGolf24.givesmart.com. We will have contests, 50/50 raffle, awards, and a catered hot lunch!
Would you like to sponsor and be a part of this fantastic event?
Learn more:
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HSA Penguin Run/Santa Social (Open to the Public)
When: December 7, 2024
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Join us for our annual charity run and social event supporting the school. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast after the run, and then peruse the vendor tables for Christmas gifts. There will be a special children’s shopping area where children can purchase low-cost gifts for parents, which will be gift-wrapped for free. We will also have a 50/50 raffle, photos with Santa, and mimosas for purchase for the adults. This is a great event for the whole family. Our very popular holiday wreaths will also be available for purchase. Sponsorships are available!
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Athletics Board Bull & Oyster Roast (Open to the Public)
When: January 31, 2025
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Back by popular request, we are hosting a stand-alone bull and oyster roast. Join us for an evening of great food and fun for the adults.
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HSA SFdS Auction (Open to the Public)
When: May 3, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Join us for an exciting, adults-only evening of great food, fun & auction (silent and live items!). This year will be a Cinco de Mayo theme! Open to the public. Sign up will be sent out closer to the date.
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Additional Ways to Support SFdS
In addition to our major fundraising events, we offer several ways to support St. Francis all year long:
- Purchase SCRIP gift cards
- Scan receipts through Box Tops for Education
- Volunteer your time, knowledge, and skills
- Make a donation
SCRIP Gift Cards
Get tuition credits and volunteer hours by purchasing gift cards for restaurants, grocery stores, and many other items. You can purchase gift cards for places you already spend money (like Land’s End for uniforms!). The school then earns money for each purchase made, and you earn tuition credits and 5 volunteer hours for every $2,000 spent. You can purchase SCRIP as outlined below:
- Send in a completed SCRIP form along with a check in an envelope to the school office. We will send the cards home with your child.
- Purchase cards in person directly from the parish office. We accept cash, check, and credit cards.
- Use the Raise Right app. Purchases can be loaded directly into your “wallet” in the app, or you may choose to have the cards you purchased sent home with your children.
Box Tops for Education
Participating in Box Tops for Education is an easy and free way to raise money for SFdS Catholic School! Simply scan your receipts into the app after you go to the grocery store. The app identifies eligible purchases and automatically adds them to the school’s account. The school receives a check twice a year with the Box Top earnings. Anyone can participate (think of asking friends, family, and neighbors!) and designate SFdS Catholic School to receive funds.
Volunteer
If you would like to support SFdS Catholic School, consider volunteering! Every family is required to volunteer at least 30 hours each year. Information about how you can volunteer can be found on the HSA web page and the SFdS HSA Penguin Pride Facebook Page. Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator with any questions you have about volunteering.
Donate
Financial donations fuel our school’s growth by enhancing academic programs, maintaining facilities, and supporting extracurricular growth. Consider making a donation to our Annual Fund to invest in our future leaders today!
