Direct Donation FAQ
What is the suggested donation amount?
This year, we are requesting a donation of $500 for the first student plus $250 per additional student at West Valley.
What is the deadline for donating?
The 2023 Direct Donation Drive campaign runs in the spring from March 1 through April 12. However, we gladly accept donations at any time throughout the school year.
How do I make a donation?
Online donations and payment plans can be arranged by clicking on the Donate Now button. If you would prefer to donate via check or through your company or third-party site, please print and fill out this paper donation form. Return the completed form to the school office or mail it to WVPTO, P.O. Box 2032, Sunnyvale, CA 94087.
This year, we are requesting a donation of $500 for the first student plus $250 per additional student at West Valley.
What is the deadline for donating?
The 2023 Direct Donation Drive campaign runs in the spring from March 1 through April 12. However, we gladly accept donations at any time throughout the school year.
How do I make a donation?
Online donations and payment plans can be arranged by clicking on the Donate Now button. If you would prefer to donate via check or through your company or third-party site, please print and fill out this paper donation form. Return the completed form to the school office or mail it to WVPTO, P.O. Box 2032, Sunnyvale, CA 94087.
How are donations used?
Funds raised by this direct ask campaign will be used to support the majority of the WVPTO budget for the upcoming school year. Money raised during last year’s campaign is currently helping fund the following:
Public school is supposed to be free. Why am I being asked to pay?
Public funding barely covers rising expenses and mandated programs. Without parent organization funding, many of the programs that enrich our children’s curriculum would not be possible. The Cupertino Union School District has been severely impacted by California’s budget crisis. The materials, programs, and staffing funded directly by parent contributions are what will bridge the gap and keep our school performing at a level we are proud of and have come to expect, while also giving students valuable enrichment opportunities.
I cannot afford the suggested donation amount. What should I do?
We would like for you to contribute what is comfortable for you. Every donation makes a difference. It is the hundreds of individual donations that collectively add up to the grand total raised each year. We strive for 100% participation. Payment plan options are also available to help spread out the cost.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. The West Valley Parent Teacher Organization (WVPTO) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. No goods or services are provided in return for your contribution. The WVPTO Tax ID is 46-5663137.
Will I receive a receipt?
Yes, receipts will be sent to the email address provided for all donors who make online contributions to WVPTO or specify they would like to receive one. Please make sure to keep a copy for tax purposes. If a recurring payment option was selected, a receipt will be sent after all payments have been received.
What is the difference between the Operating Account and the Endowment Account on the donor form?
The Operating Account is where funding for the next school year is drawn. Money contributed to this account will directly impact your child next year. The Endowment Account has been set up to be a long-term funding solution for our school. The goal of the endowment account is to be able to use 80% of the interest each year to fund the resources and enrichment programs at our school, while re-investing 20% to keep the fund growing. Unfortunately, at this time, the endowment account is not large enough for this to be a viable resource.
I have additional questions. Who can I contact?
You can contact the WVPTO Board anytime at info@wvpto.org.
Funds raised by this direct ask campaign will be used to support the majority of the WVPTO budget for the upcoming school year. Money raised during last year’s campaign is currently helping fund the following:
- K-5 Art Program with certified Art Teacher ~$47,000
- 2 Classroom Instructional Aides providing Intervention Support ~$50,000
- Additional hours for Librarian and Technology Media Specialist ~$32,000
- $500 per classroom to be used at teacher's discretion ~$7,500
- Return of community events such as Movie Nights, Family Science Night, Multicultural Festival ~$5,000
Public school is supposed to be free. Why am I being asked to pay?
Public funding barely covers rising expenses and mandated programs. Without parent organization funding, many of the programs that enrich our children’s curriculum would not be possible. The Cupertino Union School District has been severely impacted by California’s budget crisis. The materials, programs, and staffing funded directly by parent contributions are what will bridge the gap and keep our school performing at a level we are proud of and have come to expect, while also giving students valuable enrichment opportunities.
I cannot afford the suggested donation amount. What should I do?
We would like for you to contribute what is comfortable for you. Every donation makes a difference. It is the hundreds of individual donations that collectively add up to the grand total raised each year. We strive for 100% participation. Payment plan options are also available to help spread out the cost.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. The West Valley Parent Teacher Organization (WVPTO) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. No goods or services are provided in return for your contribution. The WVPTO Tax ID is 46-5663137.
Will I receive a receipt?
Yes, receipts will be sent to the email address provided for all donors who make online contributions to WVPTO or specify they would like to receive one. Please make sure to keep a copy for tax purposes. If a recurring payment option was selected, a receipt will be sent after all payments have been received.
What is the difference between the Operating Account and the Endowment Account on the donor form?
The Operating Account is where funding for the next school year is drawn. Money contributed to this account will directly impact your child next year. The Endowment Account has been set up to be a long-term funding solution for our school. The goal of the endowment account is to be able to use 80% of the interest each year to fund the resources and enrichment programs at our school, while re-investing 20% to keep the fund growing. Unfortunately, at this time, the endowment account is not large enough for this to be a viable resource.
I have additional questions. Who can I contact?
You can contact the WVPTO Board anytime at info@wvpto.org.