The primary way that the Paly PTSA raises money is through our ANNUAL APPEAL via ParentSquare.

WHERE DOES YOUR DONATION GO?

83% for PALY Students

Academics and Learning

• Tower Learning Center
• Student Wellness Center and Counseling
• Paly Publication Mailings
• YCS Do Service Platform
• Viking Grants program
• Curriculum and Tech supplies

Post-Paly Planning

• College and Career Center
• PSAT for all Juniors

Community and Events

• 9th Grade/New Student Orientation
• Youth Community Service projects
• SPIRIT WEEK
• Spring Fling!
• Finals Snacks and Study

13% for Parent and Staff Programs

• BTSN | PARENT FAIR
• Parent Network
• Parent Education/Info Panels
• Staff Appreciation events (capped at 5% maximum)

The remaining 4% goes towards donation transaction fees, web and software subscriptions, and other administrative costs.

For more detailed information about the PTSA budget, please consider attending one of our 4 General Association meetings. Dates and times for our General meeting are listed on our Calendar.

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Learn about more ways to donate:

• Donor Advised Funds (DAF)
• Corporate Matching
• Volunteer Incentives

ABOUT US

PTA LEGAL NAME: Palo Alto High PTSA
Address: 50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone Number: +1 (650) 329-3701
Email address: Paly PTSA President <president@palyptsa.org>
PTSA website: https://palyptsa.paloaltopta.org/
TAX ID/EIN: 94-6184932
Mission Statement: To support Palo Alto High School and to build a strong community for all.