Supporting St. Francis
Raising Funds For Academics, Athletics And More
Our Home-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, they help create the close-knit and supportive environment we all love here at St. Francis.
More information about the HSA can be found on the HSA webpage and Facebook page. Interested in volunteering? Sign up here.
Ready for our Events? Scroll down and take a look!
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Math and Reading Carnival (Students Only)
When: September 16, 2022, Time: 2-3pm
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
We will be hosting our annual math and reading carnival as a back-to-school treat for all students during the school day. Volunteers needed!
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Family Social (School Families Only)
When: September 30, 2022, Time: 5-7PM
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
We’re bringing back family socials again! Join us for a fun, family-friendly evening for families and students to meet and socialize.
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Designer Bingo Bingo (Open to the Public)
When: October 13, 2022, Time: 6-9pm
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Join us for a fun evening of designer bingo for the adults with lots of great prizes. Wine and goodies will be available.
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Chipotle Fundraiser (Open to the Public)
When: October 18, 2022
Where: 2408B N Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury, MD 21801 and 1016A S Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury, MD 21801
Enjoy a burrito bowl and help raise money for the school at the same time! Fundraiser in partnership with Chipotle. Chipotle donates a portion of the proceeds for all sales made to people who present the St. Francis flyer (print or digital) when purchasing food. Eligible for in-person and online purchases! Flyers and online ordering information will be sent home with your students.
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Sweetfrog Fundraiser (Open to the Public)
When: October 21, 2022
Where: 2721-E N Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury, MD 21801
Enjoy a sweet treat and help raise money for the school at the same time! Fundraiser in partnership with Sweetfrog. Sweetfrog donates a portion of the proceeds for all sales made to people who present the St. Francis flyer when purchasing treats. Flyers will be sent home with your students.
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Fall Festival (School Families Only)
When: October 29, 2022, Time: 10am-12pm
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Come join us for a fun fall celebration and a great opportunity to socialize with your fellow SFdS families. We’ll have fun activities, including trunk or treating and pumpkin painting!
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Christmas Wreath Sale (Open to the Public)
When: October 17-November 4, 2022, Pick-up: November 18, 2022, 6-8pm
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
You can purchase our very popular holiday wreaths and other items, including holiday centerpieces and door swags beginning October 17th. A flyer and further information will be sent home in October.
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Bull & Oyster Roast (Open to the Public)
When: November 18, 2022, Time: 6-9pm
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Back by popular request, we will again be hosting a stand-alone bull and oyster roast. Join us for an evening of great food and fun for the adults. Bull Roast Flyer
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Penguin Run/Santa Social (Open to the Public)
When: December 3, 2022, Time: 8:30am-1pm
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! Please contact Co-Chairs Laura Perry (lperry@sfdscs.org) or Sarah Passarell (spassarell@sfdscs.org) if you are interested.
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Family Social (School Families Only)
When: January 20, 2023, Time: TBD
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
We’re bringing back family socials again! Join us for a fun, family-friendly evening for families and students to meet and socialize.
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SFdS Auction (Open to the Public)
When: February 18, 2023, Time: 6:30-11:00pm
Join us for an adults-only evening of great food and fun, mardi-gras style! Auction items will include beautiful art projects made by your own SFdS students, specialty baskets, and more! Proceeds will benefit future HSA programs and sports. Sponsorships are available! Please contact Tournament Co-Chair Susan Goebel-Nolan at hsavap@sfdscs.org, if you are interested.
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Sweet Frog Fundraiser
When: March 14, 2023
Enjoy a sweet treat and help raise money for the school at the same time! Fundraiser in partnership with Sweetfrog. Sweetfrog donates a portion of the proceeds for all sales made to people who present the St. Francis flyer when purchasing treats. Flyers will be sent home with your students.
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2023 Annual St. Francis de Sales Alumni Golf Tournament
When: April 29, 2023 (tentative)
Time: 8:00 AM Registration opens, 9:30 AM Shotgun Start
Where: Nutter’s Crossing Golf Course
Join us for our Annual St. Francis de Sales Alumni Golf Tournament. This tournament brings together alumni, current St. Francis families, faculty, parishioners, family, and friends for a fun-filled afternoon in support of the school. Sponsorships are available! Please contact Tournament Co-Chair Danny Nolan, penguinsgolf@sfdscs.org, if you are interested.
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Fairy Tale Tea (School Families Only)
When: May 20, 2023, Time: TBD
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Join us for a fun social event for St. Francis students and families to dress up in fairy tale/renaissance gear, and enjoy fun games and activities.
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Alumni Big Ball Tournament (Open to Alumni)
When: June 3, 2023, Time: TBD
Where: 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801
Join us for an SFdS Big Ball tournament with food and drinks to bring together past students & alumni.
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Ways To Support SFdS
In addition to our major fundraising events, we also offer these ways to support St. Francis all year long:
- Target (SFDS ID #17886)
- Giant Card A-Plus Bonus Bucks designated for SFDSCS
- BoxTops for Education
- Event Sponsor
Use the app to simply scan your receipts after you go to the grocery store. The app automatically identifies eligible purchases and adds them to the school’s account. The school then receives a check twice a year with the earnings we’ve helped raise. Friends/family can participate.
- SCRIP
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’re already going to be spending money (like Land’s End for uniforms!). The school then earns money for each purchase made. 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 from the church business office in person.
- Use the Raise Right app.
Volunteer
Every family is required to volunteer at least 30 hours each year. Volunteer opportunities are available at all HSA fundraising events. Sign up HERE to volunteer today.
While we encourage everyone to get involved, we also recognize that for some families, meeting the required volunteer hours can be a struggle. If you are unable to meet the requirement, you may apply for the sunshine fund, which is a pool of hours donated by other SFdS families for those in need. Information about the sunshine fun, including applications and forms to donate hours, can be found below:
