2024/2025 Cash for Cougars Fundraiser

September 3 - September 21

Link to 2024-2025 Donation Letter

Donations can always be made easily via PayPal or Zelle (see below). If you prefer to donate by cash or check, please fill out a Donation Form and drop off at the CMS Front Office.

To donate using PayPal, you can send payment to cmspto831@gmail.com, use your smartphone's camera to scan the QR code below or click on the "Donate with PayPal" link to access the CMS PayPal payment page.

**Make sure to use the "Notes" section to let us know your child(ren)'s name(s) and grade(s)**

Donate by Paypal

To donate using Zelle, please scan the QR code below or submit a donation to

Carmel Middle School Parent Teacher or cmspto831@gmail.com

Where does my money go? Examples of past events and programs include:

art
drama
music
student scholarships
special classroom needs

lunch-time clubs & activities
dances
honors ceremonies
Renaissance Faire
MEarth Habitat lessons

after-school sports
end-of-year parties
promotion ceremony
...and more!!

What's your fundraising goal? In order to maintain and sustain our current events and programs, our goal this year is $60,000, and the suggested donation amount is $250 per student. We fully understand that some families can easily donate this amount or more, while it may pose a hardship for others. Whatever the amount, your generosity is fully appreciated. Please remember that volunteering your time is also a way to help out the PTO.

Does your employer match donations to causes that are near and dear to you, including CMS? If so, Carmel Middle School PTO is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization, EIN 90-0819480, and your donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

A HUGE "THANK YOU" to last year's "Cash for Cougars" Business Sponsors and Donors:

Bagel Bakery

California Pizza Kitchen

Carmel Belle

Carmel Classics

The Carmel Coffee House & Roasting Co.

Carmel Drugstore

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co.

Coast Carmel

The Club - Carmel

Liam Doust - Monterey Coast Realty

Escape Room 831