Under the Big Top | DonationMatch

Under the Big Top

Other Event Type for First Apostolic Church/ Summit Christian Academy
Oct 18, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Deadline: September 20, 2025

Who's Going
Fundraising Goal $50,000
Expected Attendance 250
Reach 500
Ticket Price $25
Metro Area Toledo, OH
Exempt Status 501(c)(3) Church (IRS Form 990 Not Required)
Nonprofit Category X - Religion-Related
School Grades Elementary School Middle School High School
Attendee Gender Ratio 50% Male, 50% Female
Potential Item Uses Silent Auction
How Donors Promoted Event Signage Event Program Event Announcement Newsletter Printed Flyers Website Facebook
Attendee Ages 18-24 Years 25-34 Years 35-44 Years 45-54 Years 55-64 Years 65+ Years
Attendees' Children's Ages 0-4 Years 5-11 Years 12-17 Years 18+ Years
Special Populations Moms Active People Foodies
Description

I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out on behalf of Apostolic Christian Academy, a non-profit school located in Sylvania, OH. Our school is committed to meeting the unique academic needs of our students through small class sizes and individualized support. We also prioritize learning experiences that go beyond traditional textbooks, such as nature conservation, financial literacy, career preparation, agriculture, and outdoor exploration.

      As a school, we rely heavily on fundraising efforts to make these invaluable learning opportunities possible. I have attached our donation request letter for your review. In previous years, funds raised through events like our silent auction have directly benefited our students. Past highlights include:
A Thanksgiving meal where K-12 students collaborated to prepare and serve a free meal to elderly community members. Field trips to cultural and educational exhibits. Guest speakers and hands-on learning experiences in cooking, agriculture, and nature conservation, such as raising livestock, hatching eggs, and cultivating plants in our indoor greenhouse, we also provide trade experience for our students beginning in Kindergarten, this is done through hands-on building demonstrations and so much more.

This year, we request your support through a donation for our silent auction at the “Under the Big Top” dinner event, held on October 18, 2025, in our school gym. With 250 attendees expected, this event promises to be a wonderful opportunity for community engagement. We would also be grateful for any sponsorships that could help cover the costs of the dinner.

In exchange for your generosity, we will prominently display your donation at the event, on our website, and across our social media channels. We will also provide a tax-deductible receipt and our 501(c)(3) documentation for your records.

Thank you so much for considering our request. Your support would mean the world to our students and our community. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

School Gymnasium
5701 Sylvania Ave
Toledo, OH 43623