THE NORTH Gwinnett community is an undoubtedly tight-knit one; focused on supporting local businesses, improving the quality of the town, and aiding the next generation of students and families. The North Gwinnett Schools Foundation is no different. Since their creation in 2001, they have funded over $900,000 in grants and raised over $80,000 last year alone to enhance the quality of public education. The nonprofit organization raises money through their relationships with local businesses, sponsors, raffles, and their ever-popular community outreach events. The Big T’Do , their annual fundraiser, will take you back to the era of glitz and glamor as they go Gatsby for North Gwinnett with a Roaring 20s theme. Taking place at the Westin Sugarloaf on November 9th from 6pm to midnight, it is guaranteed to be a night to remember. The proceeds raised during this event will be used to fund grants to enhance the educational opportunities for the students in the North Gwinnett cluster. The event is black tie optional but welcomes individuals desiring to put on their fanciest flapper dresses and sharpest philosopher suits. This fun event isn’t all the North Gwinnett School’s Foundation is providing, however. The 50/50 raffle is already open with the total rising daily. Last year’s raffle topped $12,000, with the winner taking home $6,000. These raffle funds will provide educators with the means to think outside of the box in their students’ triumphs, regardless of their socioeconomic situations. The North Gwinnett Schools Foundation recognizes the correlation between a successful student and a thriving society. Their approach to fusing fun activities and ensuring a stable academic future is one of the many ways they have become such an integral part of the community. Join them on this mission by purchasing a Big T’Do ticket of your own! Tickets for the event and the 50/50 raffle are available on their website listed below. Should you want to show your support, the NGSF welcomes any and all potential business sponsors who want to join their efforts to help make a difference for their students and teachers. For tickets or more information, visit NorthGwinnettSchoolsFoundation.org.
