Due to ongoing budget cuts imposed by the City of New York in the wake of the pandemic, the goal of our school is to raise the much-needed funds for enrichment programs and activations that will enhance the education and experience of our schoolchildren.

PS 31 is located in the New Brighton section of Staten Island, a multi-cultural community where over 66% of households are either African-American or Hispanic/Latino. Unfortunately, our community also experiences some of the highest levels of poverty in New York City. According to a recent survey by the NYC Department of Health, over 21% of households in New Brighton live below the poverty line. Due to our students coming from these at-risk communities, PS 31 is determined to find ways to provide the same opportunities and experiences for its students that are afforded by those in higher-income areas of the tri-state area.

On March 8, 2023, P.S. 31 will be hosting our annual gift auction. Based on the enthusiasm of our parents and supporters along with the successes of events in prior years, we anticipate a sellout affair with over 200 adults attending. In order for this event to be a success, we are reaching out for your support with a contribution gift certificate, monetary donation, or merchandise that will be raffled off that evening. All proceeds from the gift auction will go directly towards these enrichment programs in benefit of the students of P.S. 31. Upcoming projects in the pipeline include supplies for artistic murals around the school building, the creation of a school garden to foster the social, emotional, and fine motor skills of our students, and school uniforms for all students to promote a sense of community and leadership.

We intend to honor each contributor by publishing their names in a program that will be provided to each guest. P.S. 31 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and your donation is tax deductible.