Fundraising and grants are a significant resource for Bethany Busy Bee, as we strive to keep our tuition and fees affordable. Our income from tuition and fees only covers 90% of our operational expenses, so other streams of revenue are essential.
We utilize the fundraisers to cover the costs of materials, food, prizes, and personnel for the family programs provided. Examples of these programs are the monthly parent education Lunch & Learns, the fall festival, Thanksgiving Feast, Christmas Program, Rodeo Days, Art Gala Night, Muffins with Mom, Donuts with Dad, and Pizza with the Pastors.
For several years we have received a grant from the Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation, which provides tuition assistance for families in difficult circumstances. In order to receive this grant, The Buell Foundation requires Busy Bee to obtain matching funds– we raise these matching funds through our fundraising efforts.
We understand everyone is in different circumstances, so we provide various types of opportunities to support Busy Bee, many of which are at no or little cost to you. Even if you’re not able to support Busy Bee through our fundraisers, we ask that you help us get the word out about our fundraisers by sharing with family and friends. Every donation is a huge blessing, and we strive to be good stewards by using every dollar to provide the best education for your children.
King Soopers Community Rewards
King Soopers’ Community Rewards program an easy, no-cost-to-you way to support our school. After you enroll, simply swipe your King Soopers’ Card or enter your Alt ID as you shop, and sit back as 5% of your regular shopping goes to support Busy Bee!
1. Sign in to your King Soopers’ account.
2. Search for and select Bethany Evangelical Free Church here.
3. Select the Bethany Evangelical Free Church from the list and click “Save”.
Walkathon
We welcome parents, siblings and grandparents to join in for our annual Walkathon! W do not require donations to join the Walk-a-Thon, but they are appreciated. Kids will track their steps with pedometers, and friends or family can support us financially by pledging per step or giving a flat contribution. We celebrate the class that raises the most funds in exciting and creative ways each year!
We do ask that all students be registered for donation tracking, regardless of online or cash & check donations; simply register your child for donation tracking using the button below, and then share with your family and friends!
Trikeathon
Simply collect sponsor donations and have them pay with this link: https://bethanyefree.ccbchurch.com/goto/giving Under “Give”, fill in the amount, then select “Busy Bee Donation” for Trike-a-thon Sponsorships. You will receive an email confirmation of your payment. Please forward your email confirmation of your payment to the school office email: bbpstaff@bethanybusybee.org with a message describing the payment for Trike-a-thon. Trike-a-thon sponsorship forms will go in the student’s cubby. The class that raises the most funds receives a Pizza Class Party!
Butterbraid Fundraisers
Busy Bee sells Butterbraids, a delicious frozen pastry treat, right before Winter & Spring break so you can have a quick and delicious treat to share with your friends and family during Christmas and Easter. Please consider ordering Butterbraids from Busy Bee!
Silent Auction
We collect donations of items or services from businesses and make it available for you online the week before Thanksgiving break and close the auction on Friday, the last day of school before Thanksgiving break. Parents have an entire week to view and bid. Bid closes at 6pm on Friday. Parents may bid on great items offered.
Monetary Donations
Do you feel called to donate to Busy Bee? Or would you prefer to opt out of all Busy Bee fundraising efforts? You may opt out of fundraising by donating $150. All monetary donations are eligible for the Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit. Please see the office for more details.
Any and all assistance and/or ideas are welcomed and GREATLY appreciated! We are truly grateful and thankful for all your support.