HOSTED PARTY FAQ's
What is a hosted party event?
Hosted Party events are private parties held by someone in our school community. These can be almost any type of gathering that you can think of. Here's an example of an event that could raise $400 for Glenview school:
Pizza & Movie Night at the Johnsons
Cost: $20 per Child
Maximum Number of Children: 20
Pizza & Movie Night at the Johnsons
Cost: $20 per Child
Maximum Number of Children: 20
How does a host come up with a price point for the party?
How does a host come up with a price point for the party?
You should consider what your event is and how much you would pay to attend. For example, a kids pizza party for $20 per child is reasonable when you consider your child is living it up for a couple of hours and getting lunch/dinner. If you are planning a dinner party at your house with a prefixe menu and wine, consider how much you would spend for the same at a restaurant.
You should consider what your event is and how much you would pay to attend. For example, a kids pizza party for $20 per child is reasonable when you consider your child is living it up for a couple of hours and getting lunch/dinner. If you are planning a dinner party at your house with a prefixe menu and wine, consider how much you would spend for the same at a restaurant.
I own a business. Can I host it at my business?
Yes!
Who pays for the party?
The host or hosts are responsible for the financial costs and is considered as a donation to the school. We recommend families to pair up and co-host events together. This helps with off setting costs and also with preparing for the party. Additionally, hosts do not purchase a space for their party.
Does PTA provide funds to host a party? Can I use some of the money raised to pay for the party?
Unfortunately, the PTA is not in a position to provide funds for parties.
Who pays for the party?
The host or hosts are responsible for the financial costs and is considered as a donation to the school. We recommend families to pair up and co-host events together. This helps with off setting costs and also with preparing for the party. Additionally, hosts do not purchase a space for their party.
Does PTA provide funds to host a party? Can I use some of the money raised to pay for the party?
Unfortunately, the PTA is not in a position to provide funds for parties.
I would like to host a party, what's the next step?
Contact the Fundraising Committee at glenviewfundraising@gmail.com or contact Orsolya (onadasdi@gmail.com) or Rita (rmlindahl@gmail.com) directly. We have a short list of questions for you so we can iron out your party details.
I kind of want to do this, but I don’t have the space to host a party. Can we have it in a public space?
Absolutely! Parties can be hosted anywhere. We encourage many different opportunities and settings - such as hikes, beach picnics, etc.
WHEN IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT A PARTY?
THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PARTY IDEAS IS FRIDAY, APRIL 6TH.
THE DEADLINE TO FINALIZE PARTY IDEAS, DESCRIPTIONS AND DETAILS IS MONDAY, APRIL 16TH.
THE DEADLINE TO FINALIZE PARTY IDEAS, DESCRIPTIONS AND DETAILS IS MONDAY, APRIL 16TH.
DOES THE PARTY HAVE TO TAKE PLACE WITHIN THIS SCHOOL YEAR?
NO, parties do not need to happen before the end of the school year. In fact, we encourage people to plan them further in the future. All parties should be completed by April 1, 2019.
I KIND OF WANT TO DO THIS, BUT I DON’T WANT TO BE THE ONLY HOST. CAN YOU HOOK ME UP WITH OTHER INTERESTED PEOPLE?
YES! THE FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE WILL HAPPILY LINK YOU WITH ANOTHER FAMILY INTERESTED IN CO-HOSTING OR DO OUR BEST TO FIND SOMEONE. CO-HOSTS ALSO DO NOT HAVE TO BE GLENVIEW PARENTS - PERHAPS YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE YOUR PARENTS, FRIENDS OR NEIGHBORS HELP YOU IN HOSTING.
HOW IS PAYMENT FOR THE PARTIES HANDLED?
THE FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE WILL TAKE CARE OF THE PARTY ENTRY COSTS AT THE SPRING FLING EVENT AND THIS MONEY WILL BE DEPOSITED DIRECTLY INTO THE GLENVIEW ELEMENTARY PTA ACCOUNT. ONCE YOUR GUESTS HAVE PAID, THE FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE WILL CONTACT THE HOSTS AND PROVIDE YOU WITH A GUEST LIST AND THEIR CONTACT INFORMATION.
I KIND OF WANT TO DO THIS, BUT DON’T HAVE ANY IDEAS, CAN YOU HELP?
For ideas, see the list below. Think of what you do in your free time (hiking, dancing, camping, baking, spa treatments, etc.) or any special talents you can teach others (crafting, cooking, etc.). These parties/events can be fun for all, raise money, and give everyone a chance to make new friends! The events can be kid-friendly, adult-only, or anything in between. They can occue anytime of the year.
