The Griffin Fund

The Griffin Fund

We are grateful to everyone who contributed to the 2023-2024 Griffin Fund in support of our school's athletic department. We raised $24,180 towards our $25,000 goal! These funds went towards tournament fees, athletic uniforms, and other supplies for over 200 athletes. Thank you!

What is The Griffin Fund?
In 2023, the Academy at Palumbo's Home and School Association launched The Griffin Fund, an annual fund used to fundraise for specific needs of our school that the School District of Philadelphia and traditional fundraising are unable to support. In collaboration with Principal Thompson, the PHSA helps identify those areas of need each year.

For 2024-2025, The Griffin Fund will support the "Health & Wellness" of Academy at Palumbo.
In collaboration with Principal Thompson, we are excited to announce that the “Health & Wellness” of Academy at Palumbo will be The Griffin Fund campaign for the 2024-2025 school year!

Fundraising goal: $15,000

We are kicking off the fundraiser to support the following:

Phase One: Wellness Center (Estimated completion over the summer)

Plans are currently in motion to give the counselors’ space a makeover and to transform it into a relaxing and inviting place to help students who may need to take a break from the stresses of the school day, and, in some cases, get mental health assistance before returning to class. The goal is to have the space ready by the start of the 2024-2025 school year. We need to purchase new furniture, paint & supplies, and other items.

If enough funds are raised, we hope to do the following:

Phase Two: Beautification of 6^th Floor Space

There are discussions to beautify the 6^th floor to provide a space for students and staff to exercise and to do yoga. We would need to purchase paint, supplies and some equipment.

Phase Three: Programming and Resources

With a fully funded Griffin Fund, we can provide additional resources and programs to support the health and wellness of our school community.

Who can support the Health & Wellness Campaign

Incoming, Current, and Former Palumbo Families
Palumbo Alumni
Businesses
Staff
Friends and Family Members
Neighbors

Ways to Support the Health & Wellness of the Academy at Palumbo

1) Make a tax-deductible contribution today towards our $15,000 goal!

Every dollar is vital, and any amount helps us reach our goal.

2) In-Kind Donations

If you would like to learn more about in-kind donations, please contact HSA President Julie Kaeli and Vice President Alex Du at palumbogriffinshsa@gmail.com

3) Volunteer

Volunteers are needed this summer to help make the Wellness Center a reality in time for the start of the 2024-2025 school year. If you’d like to learn more about volunteer opportunities, please contact HSA President Julie Kaeli and Vice President Alex Du at palumbogriffinshsa@gmail.com.

As our thanks for donating and/or volunteering, you will receive an “Academy at Palumbo” magnet. Great to place on your car, refrigerator, or anywhere.

Payment Options

Consider a one-time donation, monthly or yearly contribution.

PayPal Venmo

* Palumbo HSA is a 501c3. We incur a small fee for payments made through PayPal and Venmo. If you prefer to avoid the fee and pay by check, please contact HSA President Julie Kaeli and Treasurer Lisa Hardy at palumbogriffinshsa@gmail.com.

For any questions about The Griffin Fund, please contact HSA President Julie Kaeli and Treasurer Lisa Hardy at palumbogriffinshsa@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support!

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