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Waters Pledge Drive 
September 23 – October 10, 2019 

​Help Waters Grow
Waters Elementary depends on the generous support of its families and community members to help fund many programs, projects and initiatives at the school. 

Our goal this year is to raise $100,000 for our school. The suggested annual pledge is $750 per family but every dollar counts, no matter the amount! Pledges may be made in one payment or as a recurring donation.​​

Prizes and Perks
  • Donate September 23 through September 25 (9 p.m.)  for a chance to win a mini photography session with Leah Rieger Photography. Raffle will be drawn at our Kick Off Event at Gideon Welles (winner does not need to be present to win). 
  • Donate by Wednesday, October 2 and be entered to win a $150 gift certificate to Pops for Champagne. 
  • Donate by Wednesday, October 9 and be entered to win a gift certificate for a Chef's Table for 2 at Gather. 
  • Donate $1,000 or more and receive two Big Night tickets! Big Night takes place February 29, 2020. 

The Fine Print
  • WatersToday is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions to WatersToday are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. You will receive a tax letter reflecting your donation in late January or February.
  • For one-time donations, please consider one of the following options to reduce the amount WatersToday pays in credit card fees:
    • A direct payment to WatersToday’s bank account via Chase Quick Pay (or any other bank on the Zelle Network). Please send to [email protected] and indicate "Pledge Drive" in the note.
    • A payment via check. Please make checks payable to "WatersToday" and drop it off at the school office or mail to: WatersToday, 4507 N Artesian Ave, Chicago, IL 60625.
  • If you elect a recurring donation, the payments will be made for one year
  • Questions? Please email [email protected]

PLEDGE DRIVE KICK OFF PARTY
September 25 – 8 p.m.
Join us at Gideon Welles directly after Curriculum Night to kick off the start of the 2019 Pledge Drive! 

 PLEDGE DRIVE EVENTS
Thank you to the following businesses for helping Waters grow! Show your support by shopping and dining local during the Pledge Drive and all year long.
September – all month
Gideon Welles
: $1 for each pint of Maplewood Brewery's "Charlatan" American pale ale.  Maplewood Brewery has pledged an additional $500 donation. 

September - all month
Folk That:  $5 for every Folk That item sold at Sacred Art or online. 

September 24 - October 10
Augusta Food & Wine
: 30% of the first month of any wine club enrollment when Waters is mentioned. Cheers! 

September 26-September 28
Merz Apothecary: Mention Waters and 10% of sales will be donated.

September 26 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Timeless Toys: 
Never too early to start your holiday or birthday present shopping! Mention Waters and 20% sales will be donated. 


September 26 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Timeless Tots: 
Sip and Shop at this neighborhood favorite and 20% of sales will be donated when mentioning Waters. 
​September 28 – 10 a.m to 2 p.m.
Carbon Arc Bar: Attend the cartoon brunch and 15% of sales will be donated. Enjoy brunch while your kids watch cartoons (Kung Fu Panda) in the nearby movie theater! Reservation required. Please call         
(773) 961-8946 and mention Waters.


​September 29 – 8 a.m. class 
Bloom Yoga Studio: 100% of proceeds will be donated from this yoga class. Class is $20. 

September 29 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Nomadic Ant: 
 10% of sales will be donated when Waters is mentioned. 

September 30 – 12 to 7 p.m.
Sacred Art
: 10% of sales will be donated when Waters is mentioned.

September 30 - 3 to 7 p.m. 
Enjoy
: 10% of sales will be donated when Waters is mentioned. 



October 2 – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Genevieve: It's Ladies Night! Pick up a new staple for your Fall wardrobe and 20% of sales will be donated to Waters. Happy Shopping! 

​October 3 - 5 to 10 p.m. 
Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro
: 100% of the Fish & Chips dinner entree will be donated. 

October 4 – 12:30 - 2 p.m.
Orangetheory Fitness: Attend this class for $30 and 100% of proceeds will be donated. New to Orangetheory? Please contact Brian Murphy and complete a Client Intake Form.

October 5 - 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 
Kendra Scott Jewelry: Shop on Southport and pickup a new piece of jewelry for your next party! 20% of sales will be donated when Waters is mentioned.  Phone orders included! To place your order call,          (708) 669-0230.

October 6 - 10 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill
: 100% of sales from the "Wildcat Burger" and Aleman draft beers will be donated.

​October 8 - 3 to 8 p.m. 
Savory Spice Shop
: 20% of sales will be donated when Waters is mentioned.

PLEDGE DRIVE WRAP UP PARTY 
October 11, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Join us on Waters School Field for pizza, music and much more! 

WatersToday is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting, augmenting, and enhancing the educational experience of the students of Thomas J. Waters Elementary School.
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