Dear Bel-Aire Families,

 

We are thrilled to announce that our annual Bel-Aire Walkathon is right around the corner! This year’s theme, “Meet Us Under the Big Top,” will be filled with fun, community spirit, and family celebration. Mark your calendars for Friday, October 17, 2025—you won’t want to miss the excitement!

 

This year, your support is more important than ever. In addition to previously raised funds and awarded grants, 100% of the cash proceeds from this walkathon will go directly toward breaking ground on an accessible playground for our school. This project will ensure that all students—of every ability—can learn, play, and grow together. With your help, we will make this dream a reality for our Bel-Aire community.To make this possible, we need you! In addition to friends and family, a large portion of the Walk-a-Thon funds comes from our local business sponsors. These sponsors will be listed on the back of our walkathon shirt so this information must be turned in NO LATER THAN September 19th.

 

We encourage you to start this part of the fundraising now! Attached, you will find a sponsorship packet you can give to businesses. The sponsorship information included in this packet describes the donation levels and incentives that we are offering to this year’s business sponsors. It also includes an introductory letter with instructions for the businesses to follow. When giving the packets to a sponsor, make sure your child’s/children’s first and last name is on the form; this ensures that your child(ren) will get credit that will count toward their prizes. If more than one child’s name is on the form, it will be split equally between all the students listed on the form. If you need additional packets, you can request them from the office or make copies of your own.

 

** Please turn these in as you receive them so our committee can get any additional information we may need for the back of the shirt. **

 

Every dollar raised brings us one step closer to a playground where every child belongs. No amount is too small, and every contribution makes a difference.

 

We truly appreciate your partnership in creating opportunities for our students. Together, we can give them the gift of inclusive play and unforgettable memories.

 

Thank you for supporting Bel-Aire Elementary and for helping us build something lasting for generations to come. We can’t wait to celebrate with you under the big top this October!

 

With gratitude,

 

Bel-Aire Elementary PTO