2026-2027 PTSO Direct Giving Campaign
Dear East Meck families and supporters,
Each year we ask for donations to the East Meck PTSO Direct Give fund. Direct Give donations support school needs throughout the year. You can make a tax-deductible donation straight to the PTSO Direct Give general fund: nothing to sell, nothing to buy.
We count on donations from our parents, families, alumni, and other supporters. Last school year, we raised $36,313 to support academics, arts, wellness, family engagement and career learning. Here’s a sample of what our efforts provided:
- Cameras for journalism and photojournalism programs
- Professional training for students in broadcast journalism
- An iPad for theater for filming of rehearsals and performances
- Refrigerator for counselors
- Technology fees for students unable to pay
- Athletic shoes for students needing assistance
- T-shirts to students exiting the multilingual learner program
- A cast member from a Broadway national tour who came to a master dance class
- Items for Café 495
- Food and supplies for over 20 teacher and staff events
Spread the Word: Use this donation letter (or the PDF version) to send to family, friends and neighbors. This is our annual fundraiser, and there is nothing to sell—all donations go straight to our campaign and back to meet needs at the school.
Together we can make a difference!
Make Your Donation
Campaign Goal: $25,000
How Much Should I Donate?
Every donation counts – no gift is too small! All gifts are tax deductible.
WHY: Help support PTSO’s efforts to support our teachers and all they do for our students.
WHO: Parents, guardians, grandparents, anyone who loves your student!
HOW:
Credit or Debit Card: Complete the online form below to be directed to Zeffy to pay with a credit or debit card (no account needed).
Check or Cash: Payable to “EMHS PTSO.”
- Send to school office with your student, or
- Mail to: East Meck PTSO, Direct Giving Campaign, 6800 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212
With corporate matching you can double your gift! Contact your human resources department for details. Employers who match include Bank of America, Microsoft, Duke Energy, TIAA, & Wells Fargo.
Thank you for investing in our students and staff!
Questions? Contact info@emptso.org
The Zeffy contribution is optional and is not a donation to the East Meck PTSO. To contribute only to the PTSO, select “Other” from the “Help Keep Zeffy Free” drop-down and enter 0 (or leave the amount blank). We are unable to refund optional Zeffy contributions once they have been processed.
