2025-2026 Annual Appeal
Thank You for the Incredible Annual Appeal Support!
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the Lawrence School PTO Annual Appeal raised over $45,000 this 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 Support Makes a Difference—All Year Long
The PTO relies on approximately $200 per student each year to sustain the programs and opportunities that enrich the Lawrence experience. Although the Annual Appeal has officially ended, donations are welcome at any time of year—and every contribution, no matter the amount, helps us continue this important work.
Thank you again to every family who contributed. Your generosity strengthens our school community and makes a meaningful impact on all Lawrence students.
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.
Last Year’s Impact
Supporting Literacy at Lawrence: The PTO funded 200+ new books for the Lawrence Library and upgraded the Literacy Room with $500+ in curriculum materials, online resources, and small-group supplies. We also purchased a Lexia license to support Grade 1 literacy instruction—helping our youngest learners build strong reading foundations.
Supporting our Teachers: At Lawrence, we believe in ‘off and away’ during the school day for mobile phones and devices. The PTO purchased new cell phone lockers for Middle Schoolers to help focus during their day.
Supporting our School: $550 has helped to make our School Garden a place where all students (especially 4th Graders) can learn about taking care of and growing plants, vegetables and herbs.
Supporting our Students: The PTO provided nearly $2,000 in financial assistance for families in need—covering school supplies, clothing, groceries, and $1,320 in holiday support for Thanksgiving meals and winter gifts.
Supporting our Middle Schoolers: We invested $1,290 to provide student planners for every middle schooler, promoting organization, accountability, and academic success.
Supporting Next Steps: Through the Nathan Purpel College Scholarship, the PTO awarded $1,500 to a Lawrence alum graduating from Brookline High School.
Supporting the Fun: $700 from the PTO covered another full year of fish tank care-cleaning, maintenance, and new fish!
Supporting the Arts: The PTO funded $2,000 for performing arts enrichment, bringing live performances directly into school for grades K-5.