November Newsletter

We’re so excited for another year being YOUR Foundation! And supporting ALL Northshore kids, educators, and classrooms. OUR 2025-26 EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS

Support Northshore Families this Winter Donate to the Foundation’s Removing Barriers to Education pillar by December 31st and support Northshore families in need. Personalize your gift in honor of any NSD school or program to make it extra special. DONATE TO REMOVING BARRIERS

Fast Five

Pathways Volunteer Day Big kuddos to some of the Pathways instructors and students who volunteer their time with Foundation staff.

Bothell Community Action Fair: What a successful time! Kimm and Jasmine informed folks about our volunteer opportunities. Interested in dedicating your time to us? We welcome adult and student volunteers year-round. Complete our volunteer form, today! VOLUNTEER FORM

October Woodinville Chamber Luncheon Our Executive Director Cara and ILHS Principal Tiffany spoke about ILHS Internship Program for seniors. Are you a local business owner or professional looking to share your expertise? Get listed on the ILHS Internship directory, today! JOIN THE INTERNSHIP DIRECTORY

We’re on Fred Meyer Community Rewards! Are you a Fred Meyer Rewards Member? Link your card to the Northshore Schools Foundation! Every time you shop and swipe your Shopper’s Card, Fred Meyer donates a portion back to support the Foundation! Fred Meyer Community Rewards Details

500 Club: Local businesses are stepping up for Northshore We’re proud to have 19 members. Let’s hit 100 members, together! Why? That means $50,000 for Northshore kids! LEARN MORE ABOUT 500 CLUB

Board Member Feature: President Dave

Pictured: Dave with Foundation Board members, Cara, and Dr. Irish Pictured: Dave with Board member Kate Pictured: Dave with Cara We’re proud to have Dave on our 2025-26 Board! We’re so grateful for his leadership, time, and service. Read why Dave choose to dedicate time and service to the Foundation: “My first experience with the Northshore Schools Foundation was that of a donor at one of the gala fundraiser events that they had. During that event I learned of several areas that the Foundation was providing funds to within the school district, but it was the Removing Barriers for Kids, and more specifically the Backpack & Supply Kits campaign that piqued my curiosity. I committed to volunteer at the August handout event. There my eyes were opened to a real need within our community and how the Foundation was working to meet that need. It was soon thereafter that I joined the board so that I could help the Foundation serve the students and educators of Northshore School District. It is a way I can give back to the community that my wife and family have enjoyed for over 30 years now.” Dave’s background and education: Profession: Retired. Prior: 43 years years of Retail Management with Costco.  Education: Bachelors of Science degree in Business Administration from University of Phoenix

Enhance & Inspire Learning Grants

Hey Northshore educators and staff! Did you win a grant from the Foundation in 2024-25? We want you to provide feedback on how your grant is impacting Northshore students! Photos! Impact Reports! Thank you cards! Let’s show our sponsors and donors the power of their generosity inside NSD classrooms. PROVIDE FEEDBACK DETAILS

Build Skills for Life

WATCH: Build Skills for Life video Featuring ILHS Alumni, Stoup Brewing Kenmore, and Raj of AtkinsRéalis WATCH THE VIDEO Local professionals and business owners: Do you have expertise you want to pass along? Do you care about Northshore kids? Become an internship host for Innovation Lab High School seniors. Get your named added to the internship directory, today! BE IN THE INTERNSHIP DIRECTORY

Future Events

Pictured: Yuliya and Fereshta at Bothell Tree Lighting in 2024 Bothell Tree Lighting | A Family-Friendly Event The Foundation’s table will have a fun kids activity. Come see us and say hi! Save the date: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 Location: Downtown Bothell Time: We’ll be there from 4:00-6:30pm BOTHELL TREE LIGHTING DETAILS

Pictured: Yuliya and Kimm, with Kamela, owner. Holiday Arts Market Start your holiday shopping! Looking to support local after Thanksgiving? Head to Catalyst Fine Art’s Holiday Arts Market on Nov. 29th and 30th! The holiday arts market will be filled with local businesses and artists. Save the date: Saturday, Nov. 29 – Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025 Location: Inside The Lodge at St. Edward State Park in Kenmore HOLIDAY ARTS MARKET DETAILS

Event Calendar Check out the Foundation’s calendar for all future events. EVENT CALENDAR