Thank you for supporting our school!

The 2025 Auction was a huge success-we're at 96% of our fundraising goal of $240,000! If you'd like to still contribute to this campaign, please hit the button above. You can also find our PayPal Giving Fund link here.

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All you need to know about the biggest fundraiser of the year!​​

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When is the auction? 

The annual Children's Art Show and Auction is held in late winter, usually early to mid March. Watch for Save the Date announcements in the fall.

 

Where does the money we raise go?

The proceeds from the auction cover the bulk of the PTA budget, funding PTA programs such as art, library, sensory motor, garden and outdoor education, as well as community events, student and teacher support programs – all of which are not covered by SFUSD. We raise funds each year for the following school year, so our fundraising goals reflect next year’s budget.

 

This is my first Auction event—any tips??

• Participate in whatever way you’re comfortable with – we’re excited you’re a part of our community!

• Stay tuned for details about your child’s classroom art project and consider pooling a bid with other families in your class.

• Stay tuned to ParentSquare for instructions about check-in to get your payment information squared away before all the action starts.

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Do I have to purchase a ticket in advance?

Not necessarily, but we strongly encourage buying tickets online before the event. Knowing the number of guests beforehand helps us a great deal with planning the event. Plus, if we sell out then we unfortunately won’t be able to have tickets available at the door.

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What does my ticket purchase?

Tickets are offered at as minimal cost as possible to cover the expenses involved in putting on our live event (the auctioneer, an IT consultant to help with technical issues during the live auction event, venue rental, etc).

 

Is it necessary to spend a lot of money? 

Absolutely NOT! This is meant to be a party to celebrate our school as much as it is a fundraiser. We have items at various price-points, but if you’re not comfortable bidding, don’t worry. Just come for the fantastic company and community. Plus, you can buy DISCOUNTED AUCTION TICKETS–look for Early Bird pricing! 

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What happens at the auction?

Rooftop’s auction consists of a silent online auction AND an in-person live- and silent-auction event.  You can participate in either–preferably both!–to support our school. We try to announce the gala date as far in advance as possible, so mark your calendars early!

• Online Auction: Prior to our Auction Event, we’ll hold a week-long Online Auction where you can support our school by bidding on items donated by the community – all from the comfort of your home!  Please note that most gift certificates and tickets will be available at our Online Auction only.

• Live Auction: A selection of items will be auctioned live, with fun chatting to keep the bidding lively. You can bid on an item by raising your bid number. This is the biggest party of the year where you can bid on items reserved for the Live Auction from the stage or the in-person Silent Auction. This includes: Classroom Art Projects, fabulous vacations, tickets to marquis sports and cultural events, Count Me-In Parties, Faculty Fun, and a few special items donated by our community. During the event, you can also make a 100% deductible donation during Fund-a-need.

• Classroom Art Projects: Each class will create an art project that will be available for bidding. 

• Raise the Rooftop: Fund-a-need is a direct appeal for cash donations (funds) to support part of our children’s education (the needs). The auctioneer will ask for pledges at varying levels, starting high and working his way down. We encourage you to contribute at the level that is right for you.

• Extra fun: We’ll have signature cocktails, and other surprises to bring some Rooftop Spirit to the event, at Auction 2025! ​​