ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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Friends of Lincoln Inc. Chicago
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Make your Phonathon donation here

Thank you for your participation in the Phonathon!  It's never too late to give.  
​Please make your pledge
in whatever way works for your family. 
The goal is 100% participation.

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Principal's Ask 2020-2021 School Year
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Everyday Ways to Participate
Things you do and buy everyday can raise funds for Lincoln.


Shop with Scrip gift cards   
Buy, send and use gift cards purchased via Scrip.  Retailers offer a percentage of your purchase back to Lincoln, ranging between 1.5% and 18%.  Send or give these cards as gifts, purchase them for your own use in place of your regular debit or credit card or use as you would any other gift cards.  These cards can be emailed to you or a recipient within minutes or have physical cards shipped to your home. 
To have physical cards shipped to your home:
      Download the 
RaiseRight app in the app store 

To send or receive an eGift card instantly: Click ShopwithScrip.com

contact cathy.bergmann@gmail.com for the Lincoln ID 
and start earning every time you shop.   

Your Holiday Shopping in one place

Shop with Amazon Smile
Any eligible purchase you make using Amazon Smile results in money for Lincoln. Imagine the spending power of the parents and grandparents of Lincoln students!                       Go to Smile.Amazon.com 
                choose Friends of Lincoln, Inc. Chicago                    


Company Match
 Some companies are now matching 2:1 on eligible donations.  Please take the time to ask how to take advantage of this earning opportunity.

Sponsorship
We are actively seeking commitments from neighbors and neighborhood businesses who can offer their support in exchange for marketing opportunities in our school community. 
Please help us connect with potential sponsors!

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​Our Mission
The Friends of Lincoln organization seeks to improve the educational opportunities and facilities for students attending Abraham Lincoln Elementary School. Through our fundraising efforts, we strive to close the gap between public funding and the cost of a high quality education.  Lincoln is one of the most coveted elementary schools in Chicago, due in part to a long-term, vibrant partnership between parents, teachers,
administrators and the broader Lincoln community.  Maintaining the school's standard of excellence requires annual parent and community support.

Who are we?
Friends of Lincoln is a 501(c)3 organization established in 1980 with the sole purpose of fundraising for Lincoln.  The FOL Board consists of up to 17 parent volunteers. FOL also maintains an Associate Board of parent volunteers.  
IL Tax Exempt Form
501c3 Form

How do we operate?
The Board of Directors typically meet on the third Tuesday of every month, and welcomes participation from any member of the Lincoln community.  FOL Board members are elected annually and may serve for up to two years.  Board members take an active role leading fundraising events and major committees, yet rely heavily on support from the broader Lincoln community. (click here for our By-Laws)

How do we raise money?
We typically host three annual fundraisers which provide more than 90% of our operating funds.

1.) Phon-a-thon
2.) Auction
3.) Kids Event (varies from year to year)

In addition, we may assist in grant writing or host other small fundraisers.

What are our funding commitments?
Each school year, FOL funds priorities of the Principal, approved by the LSC and consistent with the school budget and LSC priorities.  Commitments are for use in the current year, and over the last several years, the majority have been to reduce class sizes, maintain
experienced teachers, expand Lincoln's music and art programs, and better integrate technology into the classrooms. 
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  • About the School
    • Calendar
    • School Contacts
    • Principal's Digest (Newsletter)
    • Map
    • Admissions
    • Grade Level School Supply Lists >
      • Primary
      • Intermediate
      • Upper
    • Specialty Classes >
      • Art
      • English As A New Language
      • French
      • Library
      • Music / Band
      • Physical Education
      • Special Education
    • ALES Handbook
    • Grade Level Assemblies
    • After School Programs
  • Local School Council
    • LSC Members
    • Meetings
    • Minutes
    • Reference Documents
  • EFAC
    • About EFAC
    • WELCOME
    • Bilingual Education
    • Admissions
    • Community
    • My EFAC
    • News
    • Contact
  • PTA
  • Friends of Lincoln (FOL)
    • Phon-a-thon
    • Sponsors
    • Ways to Donate
    • Board of Directors
    • Financials & Minutes
    • Meetings
    • Volunteer
  • ALESMA
    • About ALESMA
    • The Bands
    • For Students >
      • Cadet Band
      • Varsity Band
      • Concert Band
      • Jazz Band
      • Percussion Ensemble
    • Schedule
    • Links
    • Registration
    • Contact ALESMA
    • ALESMA News
  • Lincoln Sports