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Annual Appeal

Help make more possible for every Lawrence student.

The Lawrence PTO funds classroom resources, educator grants, enrichment, community events, financial assistance, and experiences that go beyond what the school budget alone can provide.

The PTO invests approximately $200 per student each year, and the Annual Appeal is one of our most important sources of funding.

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Heart-shaped infographic showing percentages of funding allocation: 41% to Enrichment, 38% to Instructor Support, 13% to Aid & Appreciation, and 8% to Community Building, with descriptions of each category's activities.

Thank You Lawrence!

Thanks to the generosity of our community, the Lawrence School PTO Annual Appeal raised over $45,000 last year! We are deeply grateful for the 43% of Lawrence families who participated. Your support directly funds enrichment programs, classroom resources, teacher grants, community events, and more.

Your gift can do so much:

  • $2,500 can fund two presentations from performing artists, or subsidize 50% of the 7th grade trip to Farm School.

  • $1,200 can provide a school-wide license for math resources, field-trip buses for one grade, or one year of aquarium maintenance.

  • $600 can provide classroom supplies for a new teacher, or a new collection of library books from diverse authors.

  • $400 can provide funds to cover the amount the PTO spends on TWO children each year. Give in honor of your child plus another deserving student.

  • $200 can provide funds to cover the amount the PTO spends each year per student:
    Give in honor of your child!

  • $— An amount of your choice - every dollar counts

Here’s How to Make Your Tax-Deductible Donation:

  • Online – click here to make your donation now via PayPal or credit card!

  • By mail – send a check to Lawrence School PTO, 27 Francis Street, Brookline, MA 02446

  • At school – in cash or by check, in the PTO drop-box in the main office

  • BOOST YOUR GIFT WITH COMPANY MATCHING! Ask your employer if they match charitable donations - you may need to submit it through an online platform or send us a form. Click here to send us the form or get more info on matching.

The Lawrence School PTO is a 501(c)3 organization (EIN 31-167-1667). All contributions are 100% tax-deductible and eligible for company matching programs. 

Your gift makes it happen

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Your Support in Action

  • Stronger Learning

    Books, literacy resources, educator grants, and classroom materials that directly support student learning.

  • Experiences Beyond the Classroom

    Field trips, Farm School, performing arts, and other enrichment opportunities.

  • Supporting Every Student

    Financial assistance helps ensure students can participate fully in school and community life.

  • Building Community

    PTO support helps make events, traditions, and shared experiences possible throughout the year.

Impact by the Numbers

Here are just a few examples of how PTO funds made a difference last year.

$14,660
invested directly in classroom and special educator grants
$14,000+
supported classroom field trips and 7th Grade Farm School
$5,010
provided need-based assistance to Lawrence students and families
$4,950
supported intramural sports
$4,280+
invested in new library books and Literacy Room resources
$1,500
awarded through the Nathan Purpel Memorial Scholarship
See more PTO funding at work →