Support Sequoia's Squirrel Fund Today!

Every child deserves a vibrant, enriching educational experience. At Sequoia Elementary School, the entire community comes together to raise funds to continue programs we feel are critical to all students’ experience but not funded by the district or state.

To raise 90% of the funds needed each year, the Sequoia Parent Teacher Organization (SPTO) mobilizes the community twice per year: The Squirrel Fund in the Fall and a Move-a-thon in the Spring.

How much do we need to raise?

We spend approximately $600 per student or $280,000 a year on a wide range of programs that benefit our Squirrels.

We know that not everyone can make a donation at that level but your contribution, no matter the size, has a profound impact on our school community. All members of our community can make a difference, and everyone is encouraged to participate.

What does my donation fund?

Each year, the SPTO, Principal and our community determine the budget and vote on how funding is used (come to an SPTO community meeting and cast a vote!). The examples listed below are just some of the programs and staff that would not exist at Sequoia without your generous contributions.

Garden Enrichment Program
Community School Manager (partial subsidy)
Noon Supervisor
Culture Keeper
Social-emotional learning coordinator
Mental Health Counselor
Teacher and staff supply reimbursement ($450 per teacher)
Climate initiatives

Double your impact with Corporate Matching

Did you know you can double your donation to the Squirrel Fund through a Corporate Matching Gift? Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to contribute to charitable organizations, like Sequoia Elementary. Contact your company’s HR department to find out if they offer matching donations and the process to request a match.

Have you already requested your match? Email the fundraising team, SPTOfundraisingcochair@gmail.com, with the details so we can count them toward our goal!

And Don't Forget: All donations are 100% tax-deductible. The SPTO is a 501(c)(3) organization: EIN: 82-1470763.

Prefer to Send a Check? Make checks payable to "SPTO" and drop it off in the main office at school or mail it to:

Sequoia Elementary
ATTN: SPTO
3730 Lincoln Ave
Oakland, CA 94602

Questions? Please contact us at: SPTOfundraisingcochair@gmail.com

Squirrel Fund 2026

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