Fall Fundraiser

As a non-profit preschool, tuition intentionally covers 85% of our operating budget, ensuring we remain accessible to families. Like most schools on the Island, the volunteer Parent Board organizes two main annual fundraising events to help cover the remaining 15% of the budget. The financial generosity of our families—past and present—allows us to enhance and deepen classroom offerings, enrich the learning spaces, and invest in our exceptional teachers. Every gift will directly shape your child’s early learning experience here at Pixie Hill.

This fall, our goal is to raise $15,000 by December 19 with the following three objectives:

  1. Bolster the school’s 2025/26 operating budget. Post-Covid years have brought fluctuations in enrolment to many independent preschools on the Island, including Pixie Hill. Your donation will help us preserve low student-teacher ratios, our school’s core value.

  2. Prepare for the exciting changes ahead. As the search for Pixie Hill’s next location continues, we are starting to plan for associated costs like moving and updating the new space to meet the preschool’s needs.

  3. Bring extra enrichment into the classroom this school year. Families may also sponsor an “onsite field trip.” (Bunnies by Emma & Ellie, Dizzy’s Tumblebus, Seattle Reptile Guy, Animal Encounters, Yoga classes with Miss Rebecca).

To show our appreciation, we offer thank-you gifts, including an exclusive afternoon event with Miss Ashley for your child! To see all thank-you gifts offered this year and to donate, please

To show our appreciation, we’re offering thank-you gifts based on your donation amount:

  • $50+  Pixie Hill T-shirt for your child

  • $100+  Pixie Hill Hoodie for your child

  • $150+  Pixie Hill T-shirt & Hoodie for your child

  • $400+  Sponsor a Field Trip (above)

  • $600+  2-hour use of Pixie Hill for an Event

  • $1000+  90’ Play Date with Ms. Ashley (limited quantity)

Option A: Camp Out Party with Miss Ashley:
-up to 4 kids
­-"camp out" in our tent
-make smores over a real "fire"
-go on a wildlife scavenger hunt 

Option B: Dress Up Party with Miss Ashley:
-up to 4 kids
-dress up (kids' choice!),
-whip up some yummy treats
-­make a fun accessory to wear and take home

Together, we can ensure Pixie Hill remains a magical place for our children today—and for future Pixies to come. Thank you.

Donate by Credit Card via Zeffy:

Pixie Hill retains 100% of your donation through this platform.

Donate by Check

Checks can be made payable to Pixie Hill Preschool and dropped off at the school or mailed to:

Pixie Hill Preschool
4025 86th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040

 

Matching Gifts

Many employers offer matching gift programs that will double or triple the value of your donation. Contact your company's Human Resource Department to find out if your company has a matching gift program. Here is a list of companies that offer nonprofit gift matching.

Thank you!