July Newsletter
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| Northshore, What A Start toBackpacks for Kids! Thank you for starting our summer annual supply drive off, STRONG! This is our sixth year hosting the drive and we couldn’t do it without YOUR support. Big Wins –Donations started in May! -Over 40 public and private collection site hosts to collect supplies! –Three public hosts running promotions to encourage donations! Thank you Cairdeas Salon, Wanderlust Book Lounge, and Sugar Rush Candy Store. –Over 60 donors already have purchased supply donations at our online store. Supporting Backpacks for Kids = Building READY students DONATE TO BACKPACKS FOR KIDS |
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| TONIGHT | 6-8pmWe’ll be at City of Kenmore Summer Concertat Saint Edward State Park Why? We’ll be collection school supplies and encouraging digital donations for our Backpacks for Kids drive. Look for us in red t-shirts and say HI! Dog-friendly, too. Can’t make it? We’ll be at City of Kenmore Summer Concert on July 24th! |
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| Good news: The Foundation is excited to be apart ofFred Meyer’s Community Rewards. What is it? Fred Meyer Community Rewards is an easy way for local non-profits to receive donations from Fred Meyer Stores. Customers earn these donations for their favorite nonprofits by shopping with their Rewards Card. How? A Rewards member can link a nonprofit to their account and immediately start raising funds with us with their eligible sales at Fred Meyer. How much do we get? At the end of each quarter, Fred Meyer will make a donation to participating nonprofits based on the accumulated spending of the Rewards Customers linked to each nonprofit. Link your Rewards Account to Northshore Schools Foundation, TODAY! Requirements: You must be an enrolled Rewards Member at Fred Meyer. Fred Meyer Community Rewards Details |
 LEARN MORE ABOUT ALINA Board Member Feature: Alina Araujo Welcome Alina to our 2025-26 Board! We’re proud to welcome her incredible talents. Read why she choose to dedicate time and service to the Foundation. “As a local resident and real estate advisor living and working in the Northshore community, and as a parent with children in Northshore Schools, I’m deeply committed to supporting our students. I believe in fostering opportunities that help every child succeed—whether through partnerships, volunteering, or helping schools thrive. Our kids are our future, and I’m proud to be part of a community that invests in them.” Alina’s background and education: “I’ve been working in real estate for almost 12 years, helping people buy and sell homes all over King and Snohomish Counties. But my experience goes way beyond just real estate—I bring over 25 years of combined experience in real estate lending, finance, and hospitality. That mix has really shaped how I show up for my clients: with knowledge, care, and a focus on making things as smooth and stress-free as possible.” |
   Thank You Event Recap Celebrating Our Volunteers! On June 6th, we gathered at Prohibition Cellars in Woodinville to celebrate and thank our incredible Care Teams, Board members, staff, and volunteers. A highlight of the evening was Cara presenting the Volunteer of the Year Award to Dave K., recognizing his outstanding dedication and contributions to the Foundation. We are so grateful, our work for Northshore students wouldn’t be possible without each and every one of you. Thank you! A special thanks to Prohibition Cellars and Board member Kate D. for generously providing the space for this heartfelt evening. LEARN MORE ABOUT PROHIBITION CELLARS |
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| Pictured: Foundation staff, Board member, and volunteers at 4th of July Parade |
  Recap of City of Bothell 4th of July Grand Parade We had a BLAST walking in City of Bothell’s 4th of July Grand Parade last Friday. Big shout out to our staff, Board members, volunteers, and Jackie the dog for walking in honor of the Foundation. |
| Enhance & Inspire Learning Grants |
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| NSD Educators and Staff Mark your calendars for2025-26 grant deadlines dates! LEARN MORE ABOUT GRANTS  Since 1995, we’ve awarded grants in all 36 Northshore schools and programs |
| 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! Why? We want to show our sponsors and donors, who invest in us, the power of their generosity inside NSD classrooms. |  |
| Removing Barriers to Education |
 Care Team: Who They Are and Why They’re ImportantThe Foundation is proud to have our Care Team Liaisons in all 36 NSD schools and programs. Started in 2018, Care Teams are designated NSD staff who nominate students in need for financial help. Most Care Team Liaisons are school staff members who have direct contact with students, such as counselors, nurses, and other support personnel. |
 Care Team Feature | Krisite M “I feel so blessed to have been the Care Team Liaison for the Northshore Schools Foundation for the past three years. Oftentimes the families we support are going through stressors and trauma…We all are better together, and the network of resources we can provide our families has given them a fighting chance through their adversity. The bonus of the Northshore Schools Foundation, through their basic needs/opportunity funds provided to each school has been a huge safety net for our families, when a need arises. Hearing a sigh of relief in the voices of our families when a need is met makes this role extra special.” -Kristie M |
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| Our summer annual Backpacks for Kids supply drivehas officially started! We made is simple for all of our supporters to help NSD students. How? Our online store! This easy, convenient way lets you buy school supply donations for NSD students who need ’em. Best part? …Shop 24/7! …All items are $7 each or under! …Buy supplies students truly need! …Shipped straight to us! |
| Build Skills for Life |
 Partnership with ILHSThe Foundation is proud to partner with ILHS on their senior internship program for the 2025-26 school year. More details will be announced in August. We’re proud to empower students with skills for life! |
| Upcoming Events |
 LEARN MORE ABOUT BUILD SKILLS FOR LIFE Fall Breakfast Fundraiser The Foundation is excited to host a fundraiser, dedicated to our Build Skills for Life mission pillar. Our goal is to support ALL Northshore students on their unique paths to post graduation success! Save the date: Thursday, October 2nd 2025 Location: Eastside Church: 14520 100th Ave. NE, Bothell, WA 98011 Time: 7:00am – 9:00am |
 Photo above: 2024 Beer-B-Que with Foundation staff, Board member, supporters,and Stoup Brewing’s Chef Russ. |
| Stoup Brewing Kenmore’s 2025 Beer-B-Que Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025 Time 5:00pm – 7:30pm Location: Stoup Brewing Kenmore 6704 NE 181st St, Kenmore, WA 98028 Who’s Invited: Everyone! Under 21 are welcome! No need to RSVP, just show up. JUST ADDED: Check Out the BHS & WHS Robotics Teams at the Beer-B-Que! They’ll be on-site showcasing their latest robot, stop by to see it in action and chat with the team about how they built it. Details: Join us for an afternoon filled with delicious food, fun memories, and community spirit, all to support the Northshore Schools Foundation! Look for Foundation staff and Board members in red t-shirts; we’ll be there to connect with you. This event is free (!!!) to attend, and Stoup Brewing Kenmore will remain open to the general public throughout the event. Enjoy and order delicious eats from a special BBQ menu crafted by Chef Russ from Stoup Brewing Kenmore. Hear directly from Foundation staff about our mission and the impact of our service work. Curious how this event supports the Foundation? It’s through the raffle! Get a chance to win fantastic prizes, generously donated by Stoup Brewing Kenmore. Two ways to get raffle tickets during the Beer-B-Que: -Buy ’em! Raffle tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25 (cash and digital payments accepted) –Donate school supplies [in-person or online store]!Bring school supply donations or purchase ’em through our online store.1 school supply donation = 1 raffle ticket! See a Foundation staff member in a red t-shirt for raffle tickets or QR code to our online store to buy supply donations. 100% of the raffle ticket sales will benefit the Northshore Schools Foundation, which will advanced our service work for ALL Northshore students, educators, and classrooms! See you at the Beer-B-Que!  Photo above: Stoup Brewing’s Chef RussPhoto credit: Stoup Brewing Kenmore Event Calendar Check out the Foundation’s calendar for all future events. EVENT CALENDAR |
