I am writing to you on behalf of the Dobbs Ferry Schools Foundation - a 501(c)(3) non profit (EIN #13-3757973) that supports the 3 Dobbs Ferry, NY public schools - Springhurst Elementary, Dobbs Ferry Middle School and Dobbs Ferry High School by funding teacher initiated grants.

OUR MISSION To be a partner in the development of an outstanding system of public education by promoting excellence in all aspects of learning.

To provide students in the public school system with the resources and opportunities they need to realize their full potential.

This year, we will be raising money for a literacy initiative for our schools.

Recent grants included:
Writing Revolution program for the 3rd grade

Rocketbook Notebooks for Middle Schoolers

Classroom instruments at Springhurst

Mindfulness programs, including Goat Yoga

Musical instruments and classroom tools for Springhurst

Google Expedition Glasses

Professional development opportunities for staff that support reading initiatives, mental health needs and diversity and inclusion efforts

We will be holding a week long online fundraising auction in May culminating at an in person gala (5/19/2023) where attendees can continue placing bids as a silent auction via QR code, and want to see if you would like to contribute something towards the auction. We expect to have around 250 people at the in person event. The online auction link will be emailed to our over 3000 subscribers and will be promoted on our social media.