Did you know?LAUSD does NOT pay for art, music, and physical education programs.But at Wilbur, every student from TK through 5th grade receives access to all of these &amp; more! How?Thanks to donations from generous Wilbur families like yours. &nbsp;Through the &#39;I Love Wilbur&#39; Annual Fundraiser, our all-volunteer nonprofit, Friends of Wilbur, helps fund vital programs that LAUSD does not provide, including:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">&nbsp;Art program, supplies &amp; teacher</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Music program, supplies &amp; teacher</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">P.E. Coaches &amp; program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Online math &amp; science program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Trunk-or-Treat Spooktacular</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Movie Night</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Field Trip Buses</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Holiday Show</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Campus Beautification</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">&#39;Wilbur&#39;s Got Talent&#39; Show</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Teacher &amp; Staff Hospitality</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">and more!</li></ul>This year, we&#39;re aiming to raise $185,000. &nbsp;Every dollar directly funds the programs LAUSD does not cover. &nbsp;Your donation makes it possible. &nbsp;Your support keeps them alive. Raffle details: 🎉 Weekly Raffle &ndash; Win a Lunchtime Yard Assistant Spot! 🎉The Prizes<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your child gets to be a lunchtime yard assistant for the week &mdash; a VIP job kids love! (must be in good standing with teachers and staff)</li><li data-end="369" data-start="292" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Their name proudly displayed in the Winner&rsquo;s Showcase for all to see!</li></ul>How it works<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Five lucky kids are drawn each week</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Once you win, you pass the baton &mdash; but your name stays in the mix until September 29&nbsp;(donate by September 27 for the weekly raffle)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Raffle entries start the Saturday after your donation</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Every $50 donated = 1 raffle ticket (Example: $1,600 = 32 tickets!)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Entries are divided as evenly as possible among children in the household</li></ul>Important Dates:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Cash/check donations dropped in the locked FOW mailbox are collected Friday mornings.</li><li data-end="936" data-start="865" fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donations after September 27 aren&rsquo;t eligible for the weekly raffles &mdash; so get in early!</li></ul> 🎧 Grand Prize Raffle&nbsp;&ndash; Win Beats Solo Wireless Headphones! 🎧The Prize:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><ul data-end="311" data-start="186" fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="311" data-start="186" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sleek Matte Black Beats Solo Wireless On-Ear Headphones &ndash; perfect for music, podcasts, or tuning out homework time 😉</li></ul></ul>How It Works<ul data-end="576" data-start="332" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="439" data-start="332" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Every raffle ticket you earn for the Weekly Raffle is also entered into the Grand Prize drawing</li><li data-end="515" data-start="440" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Every $50 donated = 1 raffle ticket (Example: $1,600 = 32 tickets!)</li><li data-end="576" data-start="516" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Weekly winners are still eligible to win the Grand Prize</li></ul>Important Dates<ul data-end="789" data-start="600" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="652" data-start="600" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Winner will be chosen at random by October 4</li><li data-end="709" data-start="653" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Announced in the FOW Newsletter on October 5</li><li data-end="789" data-start="710" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donations after October 1 aren&rsquo;t eligible for the grand prize&mdash; so get those entries in!</li></ul> F.A.Q.Q: If my place of business matches my donation, will that increase my donation level?A: No. &nbsp;Donation levels are based on the amount contributed by the individual family, not including corporate matches. Q: When will courtesies be delivered, and where?A:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Physical Items (magnets and tote bag) are delivered to your child&#39;s classroom within two weeks of FOW receiving your donation.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Yearbooks are delivered to your child&#39;s classroom once they arrive, typically in June.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Other items&nbsp;(holiday show seats, gala banner, and art &amp; music room plaques) - you will be contacted directly to coordinate.</li></ul>Q: When will the family name banners be placed on the Wells Dr. fence?A: Each family banner is custom printed and typically are installed in October or early November. &nbsp;Watch the FOW newsletter and social media for updates. Q: How much of FOW&#39;s overall budget does &#39;I Love Wilbur&#39; Annual Fund cover?A: The &#39;I Love Wilbur&#39; Annual Fund only covers roughly 68% of FOW&#39;s annual budget. &nbsp;We need help spreading the word and reaching $185,000.

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for making a difference at Wilbur! We all know that a public education is free....but a GREAT public education is not! Your generous support keeps art, music, P.E., and other enriching programs alive for every Wilbur student. Without donors like you, these opportunities simply wouldn&rsquo;t exist. We need your help. &nbsp;Not just your donation - your voice. &nbsp;Spread the word, tell other parents why you give. &nbsp;Share the fact that a great education for our kids depends on us. Help us reach our $185,000&nbsp;&#39;I Love Wilbur&#39; goal by sharing our mission with friends and family &mdash; or by joining us as a volunteer. Together, we can keep creativity, movement, and community thriving at Wilbur! With gratitude, Meg Frank, CEO &amp; Director of Annual Fund - Friends of WilburKristina Gyadikyan, Co-Director of Annual Fund - Friends of Wilbur<a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:wilburannualfund@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">wilburannualfund@gmail.com</a> Some extra details: 🎉 Weekly Raffle &ndash; Win a Lunchtime Yard Assistant Spot! 🎉The Prizes<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your child gets to be a lunchtime yard assistant for the week &mdash; a VIP job kids love! (must be in good standing with teachers and staff)</li><li data-end="369" data-start="292" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Their name proudly displayed in the Winner&rsquo;s Showcase for all to see!</li></ul>How it works<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Five lucky kids are drawn each week</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Once you win, you pass the baton &mdash; but your name stays in the mix until September 29&nbsp;(donate by September 27 for weekly raffle)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Raffle entries start the Saturday after your donation</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Every $50 donated = 1 raffle ticket (Example: $1,600 = 32 tickets!)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Entries are divided as evenly as possible among children in the household</li></ul>Important Dates (Weekly Raffles):<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Cash/check donations dropped in the locked FOW mailbox are collected Friday mornings.</li><li data-end="936" data-start="865" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donations after September 27 aren&rsquo;t eligible for the weekly raffles &mdash; so get in early!</li></ul> 🎧 Grand Prize Raffle &ndash; Win Beats Solo Wireless Headphones! 🎧The Prize:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="311" data-start="186" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sleek Matte Black Beats Solo Wireless On-Ear Headphones &ndash; perfect for music, podcasts, or tuning out homework time 😉</li></ul>How It Works:<ul data-end="576" data-start="332" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="439" data-start="332" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Every raffle ticket you earn for the Weekly Raffle is also entered into the Grand Prize drawing</li><li data-end="515" data-start="440" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Every $50 donated = 1 raffle ticket (Example: $1,600 = 32 tickets!)</li><li data-end="576" data-start="516" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Weekly winners are still eligible to win the Grand Prize</li></ul>Important Dates(Grand Prize):<ul data-end="789" data-start="600" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="652" data-start="600" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Winner will be chosen at random by October 4</li><li data-end="709" data-start="653" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Announced in the FOW Newsletter on October 5</li><li data-end="789" data-start="710" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donations after October 1&nbsp;aren&rsquo;t eligible for the grand prize &mdash; so get those entries in!</li></ul> F.A.Q.Q: If my place of business matches my donation, will that increase my donation level?A: No. &nbsp;Donation levels are based on the amount contributed by the individual family, not including corporate matches. Q: When will courtesies be delivered, and where?A:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Physical Items (magnets and tote bag) are delivered to your child&#39;s classroom within two weeks of FOW receiving your donation.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Yearbooks are delivered to your child&#39;s classroom once they arrive, typically in June.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Other items&nbsp;(holiday show seats, gala banner, and art &amp; music room plaques) - you will be contacted directly to coordinate.</li></ul>Q: When will the family name banners be placed on the Wells Dr. fence?A: Each family banner is custom printed and typically are installed in October or early November. &nbsp;Watch the FOW newsletter and social media for updates. Q: How much of FOW&#39;s overall budget does &#39;I Love Wilbur&#39; Annual Fund cover?A: The &#39;I Love Wilbur&#39; Annual Fund only covers roughly 68% of FOW&#39;s annual budget. &nbsp;We need help spreading the word and reaching $185,000.

Did you know?LAUSD does NOT pay for art, music, and physical education programs.But at Wilbur, every student from TK through 5th grade receives access to all of these &amp; more! How?Thanks to donations from generous Wilbur families like yours.  Through the 'I Love Wilbur' Annual Fundraiser, our all-volunteer nonprofit, Friends of Wilbur, helps fund vital programs that LAUSD does not provide, including:<ul><li> Art program, supplies &amp; teacher</li><li>Music program, supplies &amp; teacher</li><li>P.E. Coaches &amp; program</li><li>Online math &amp; science program</li><li>Trunk-or-Treat Spooktacular</li><li>Movie Night</li><li>Field Trip Buses</li><li>Holiday Show</li><li>Campus Beautification</li><li>'Wilbur's Got Talent' Show</li><li>Teacher &amp; Staff Hospitality</li><li>and more!</li></ul>This year, we're aiming to raise $185,000.  Every dollar directly funds the programs LAUSD does not cover.  Your donation makes it possible.  Your support keeps them alive. Raffle details: 🎉 Weekly Raffle – Win a Lunchtime Yard Assistant Spot! 🎉The Prizes<ul><li>Your child gets to be a lunchtime yard assistant for the week — a VIP job kids love! (must be in good standing with teachers and staff)</li><li>Their name proudly displayed in the Winner’s Showcase for all to see!</li></ul>How it works<ul><li>Five lucky kids are drawn each week</li><li>Once you win, you pass the baton — but your name stays in the mix until September 29 (donate by September 27 for the weekly raffle)</li><li>Raffle entries start the Saturday after your donation</li><li>Every $50 donated = 1 raffle ticket (Example: $1,600 = 32 tickets!)</li><li>Entries are divided as evenly as possible among children in the household</li></ul>Important Dates:<ul><li>Cash/check donations dropped in the locked FOW mailbox are collected Friday mornings.</li><li>Donations after September 27 aren’t eligible for the weekly raffles — so get in early!</li></ul> 🎧 Grand Prize Raffle – Win Beats Solo Wireless Headphones! 🎧The Prize:<ul><ul><li>Sleek Matte Black Beats Solo Wireless On-Ear Headphones – perfect for music, podcasts, or tuning out homework time 😉</li></ul></ul>How It Works<ul><li>Every raffle ticket you earn for the Weekly Raffle is also entered into the Grand Prize drawing</li><li>Every $50 donated = 1 raffle ticket (Example: $1,600 = 32 tickets!)</li><li>Weekly winners are still eligible to win the Grand Prize</li></ul>Important Dates<ul><li>Winner will be chosen at random by October 4</li><li>Announced in the FOW Newsletter on October 5</li><li>Donations after October 1 aren’t eligible for the grand prize— so get those entries in!</li></ul> F.A.Q.Q: If my place of business matches my donation, will that increase my donation level?A: No.  Donation levels are based on the amount contributed by the individual family, not including corporate matches. Q: When will courtesies be delivered, and where?A: <ul><li>Physical Items (magnets and tote bag) are delivered to your child's classroom within two weeks of FOW receiving your donation.</li><li>Yearbooks are delivered to your child's classroom once they arrive, typically in June.</li><li>Other items (holiday show seats, gala banner, and art &amp; music room plaques) - you will be contacted directly to coordinate.</li></ul>Q: When will the family name banners be placed on the Wells Dr. fence?A: Each family banner is custom printed and typically are installed in October or early November.  Watch the FOW newsletter and social media for updates. Q: How much of FOW's overall budget does 'I Love Wilbur' Annual Fund cover?A: The 'I Love Wilbur' Annual Fund only covers roughly 68% of FOW's annual budget.  We need help spreading the word and reaching $185,000.

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### Context Profile for Friends of Wilbur

1. **Organization Mission & Cause:**
   - **Mission:** Friends of Wilbur is dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of students at Wilbur Charter Elementary School by funding essential programs that are not covered by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). This includes art, music, and physical education programs, ensuring that every student from Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade has access to a well-rounded education.
   - **Cause:** The organization aims to bridge the funding gap for arts and physical education, enriching the lives of students and fostering a creative and active learning environment.

2. **Type of Activities:**
   - **Fundraising Campaigns:** The primary fundraising initiative is the "'I ❤️ Wilbur' Annual Fundraiser," with a goal to raise $185,000 to support various programs.
   - **Community Programs:** Activities funded include art and music classes, physical education coaches, online math and science programs, and community events like Trunk-or-Treat and Movie Night.
   - **Events:** The organization hosts events such as the 'Wilbur's Got Talent' show, field trips, and campus beautification efforts.

3. **Tone of Voice:**
   - The tone is **friendly**, **inspiring**, and **supportive**. The language is accessible and engaging, aiming to create a sense of community and urgency around the need for funding. The use of exclamation points and direct appeals to the reader fosters a warm and inviting atmosphere.

4. **Emoji Usage:**
   - Friends of Wilbur employs emojis in their communications, particularly in fundraising materials and social media posts. Common emojis include 🎉 (celebration), 🎧 (music), and ❤️ (love), used to convey excitement and emotional connection. Emoji usage appears to be moderate, enhancing the friendly tone without overwhelming the text.

5. **Key Facts:**
   - **Founding Info:** Friends of Wilbur is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization.
   - **Scale:** The organization is focused on Wilbur Charter Elementary School, serving students from TK through 5th grade.
   - **Impact Metrics:** The current fundraising goal is $185,000, which covers approximately 68% of the annual budget for programs not funded by LAUSD.
   - **Volunteer Info:** The organization is entirely volunteer-run, emphasizing community involvement and support from Wilbur families.

6. **Writing Guidelines:**
   - **Style:** Use a conversational and engaging style that encourages community involvement. 
   - **Structure:** Utilize headings, bullet points, and short paragraphs for clarity and ease of reading.
   - **Calls to Action:** Include strong calls to action, encouraging donations and participation in events. Phrases like "Your donation makes it possible" and "Every dollar counts" should be emphasized.
   - **Personalization:** Incorporate personal touches, such as addressing readers by name in emails and thanking them for their support.
   - **Emotional Appeal:** Highlight the impact of donations on students' lives and the importance of community support in funding essential programs.

This context profile provides a comprehensive overview of Friends of Wilbur, enabling AI assistants to generate tailored and effective content that aligns with the organization's mission and communication style.

How many children in your immediate family are enrolled at Wilbur this year?

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Does your place of business match donations to nonprofits? (Only the family donation will go towards the courtesies delivered) 

Donation of $750 or more?  You will be receiving a family banner, displayed on Wells Dr.  What would you like it to say? (examples: The Jones Family; Adam & Lucy Jones; Adam & Lucy ❤️ Wilbur)

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