The Warrior Fund: One LT, Many Hearts

What it Is

The Warrior Fund is our annual campaign to power Ludlow‑Taylor’s students, teachers, and staff. It’s not just fundraising — it’s fuel for the heart of our community. Every gift, big or small, helps us create the programs and experiences that make LT extraordinary. This year, we are inviting you to join us to Fuel the Fun, and Fund the Future!

Why It Matters

Your support makes possible the things DCPS doesn’t cover:

  • Community events like Movie Night & Thanksgiving Potluck
  • Classroom furniture, supplies, and closing DonorsChoose projects
  • Academic support like Math with Friends and Reading with Friends
  • Aftercare subsidies and scholarships
  • Teacher appreciation breakfasts, gifts, and monthly celebrations
  • Field trip subsidies and uniform assistance

 

The Warrior’s Fund campaign is a critical source of support to fuel all these programs (and more!) that make LT great. This year, we have an ambitious participation goal of 75% of LT families supporting the Warrior Fund at any level of giving that feels personally meaningful. 

HOW TO DONATE

Making a donation to the Ludlow-Taylor Warrior Fund is easy:

  • Donate Online via PayPal, Credit, or Debit Card. (Note: link takes you first to a Google Form and the donation page pops up once you submit!)
  • Donate in Person. We can accept cash, checks & other digital payment options. We will be outside during morning drop-off on 12/5.

 

The PTO is a 501(c)(3) organization and all donations are tax deductible (EIN: 47-5568358)

QUESTIONS?

Fun Incentives for Every Donor

  1. Any size donation → LT yard sign to show your school pride
  2. $50 and up→ LT Holiday Prize Board* (one for you, one donated to a teacher!)
    Bonus: add extra prize boards at checkout with any gift
  3. $200 and up→ Limited‑edition LT Yeti (new color + design!)
  4. $1,000 and up→ LT embroidered throw blanket (cozy + classic)

*What is a Holiday Prize Board? A Holiday Prize Board is a January calendar with a prize associated every day of the month (think gift cards to amazing local businesses, exclusive PTO experiences and more!). Each prize board = one entry in the daily January prize drawings, so more prize boards means more chances to win!

Pizza Party Challenge

The grade level with the highest family participation by December 12 wins a pizza party for students and parents. Every donation counts — even $1 — and if you have more than one LT student, your gift covers them all.

Participation Challenge

Participation is our superpower! Every family counts, and thanks to a generous donor, your gift unlocks extra support:

Family Participation

Donor Bonus Gift

25%

$250

50%

$500

75%

$1,500 (doubled!)

Let’s hit 75% together — because when we all give, we all win.

Maximize Your Impact!

  • Employer Matching: Double your gift by checking with your HR department.
  • Donor Advised Funds (DAFs): Consider recommending a grant from your DAF — it’s a powerful way to support LT.

Thank You

Every dollar, every family, every heart makes a difference. Together, we’re building a stronger LT for today and tomorrow #weHEARTltes.