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Golden Anniversary Gala: A Knight to Shine

The 2020 annual spring fundraiser was held Saturday, March 7, 2020,
and ended up being the most spectacular event even amidst talk of the
COVID-19 virus.

Each year, the spring event brings together the Greenfield School family and Wilson
community for a great evening of food, fun, and fellowship. From awesome trips,
unique parties, variety of services, home decor, gift baskets, art, and more, there is
always something available for everyone. Greenfield’s gym was transformed into a
“Golden Ballroom” by several hard-working volunteers, who spent the entire week
leading up to the event decorating for the black-tie gala. Over 200 attendees dined
on fabulous food from Scarborough Fare, enjoyed both a silent and live auction, then
concluded the evening dancing to the music from the band, Bounce.

All proceeds from the event are applied directly to operating funds to help close the
gap that tuition and fees alone do not cover for the educational needs of our students.
Luckily for Greenfield, the Golden Anniversary Gala was a magnificent celebration and
amazing fundraiser held just prior to the mandatory school closures, which happened
the following week. Greenfield’s timing could not have been any better given the
circumstances of school closures for in person instruction just 10 days after the Gala.
Because of our supporters, we raised more money than years past and thankfully so,
as with the pandemic, much needed extra expenses were incurred as a direct result
of COVID-19. In the end, the Golden Anniversary Gala-A Knight to Shine had net
proceeds of $140,000.

Save the date for the 2021 spring event on March 6, 2021!

Bundle Up & Grow with Greenfield

Entering its second year, the Bundle up and Grow with Greenfield partnership
program supported many of the programs and events throughout the 2019-2020
school year. The program was created to eliminate the feeling of constantly being
asked for support throughout the year by bundling sponsorship and advertising
opportunities. The “bundle” packages also allow our corporate partners and supporters
more exposure within a variety of events held throughout the year.

Thank you to our partners:

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