Support Us By Donating
Teachers and school leaders often see the need for academic resources, enrichments and educational tools that cannot be funded by the school district. The Foundation is there to provide those resources for our students and minimize those shortfalls. Throughout the year, we organize a variety of fundraising events aimed at supporting our school.
The Campaign Monarch in October being the first of school year and the largest one, aiming to cover the big portion of yearly expected expenses.
In April, the Fun Run sees children of all grades join a fun race to raise funds.
In February, the Teacher Time Auction offers bidders valuable sessions with educators, providing children with unique experiences.
Corporate Matching - Amplify Your Impact!
Many employers are willing to match contributions their employees make to nonprofit organizations. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Monterey Parent Teacher Foundation is eligible for this type of funding, which means you can double your contributions just by filling out a few forms.
To find out if your employer will match your contribution, click here. You can then use the quick search functionality to look up your employer and find out how to request a match.
Become a Community Partner
MPTF’s Community Partners are outstanding local organizations who share a commitment to the success of Monterey Ridge Elementary School and its students. The goal of our Community Partners initiative is to enhance the quality of education, and overcome obstacles such as the school systems’ challenging budget limitations.
Community Partners 2025-2026
Support Us by Volunteering
We need you! There are so many meaningful ways to engage with the MRES community. Your voice, time, and passion make our school stronger.
Be part of the operation
Become a Board Member
Have a specific interest
Become a Chairperson or a Committee Member
Would like to help out when you can
Sign up as an on-the-spot volunteer
Real Voices, Real Impact
Hear from our members how each small “yes” made a difference in our school community and in their lives!
"At first, I was hesitant - I was intimidated because I had never attended a meeting and didn't have any experience. I learned so much about the needs of the school (students and staff) and what enrichment programs were lacking from district funding. It was a great way to meet other like-minded parents that were wanting to get more involved with their children's education and volunteer their time and energy to help serve the school and the community."
"It was eye opening to me to see how much MPTF does to enrich the student's school experience. From enabling specialized art, gardening, and PE classes to organizing school-wide events - school would look very different without MPTF. I find it very rewarding to help create these improvements to the students' time at school!"
"As both a parent and a teacher here at MRES, I see firsthand the incredible impact our Foundation has on our children's daily lives. Joining the Foundation isn't just about fundraising; it’s about building a legacy of support. By fostering strong relationships between our dedicated staff and our amazing families, we create a village that shows up for every event and fundraiser. Together, we bridge the gap—providing the special programs and essential supplies that turn a good education into an extraordinary one at MRES."
"I think I really enjoyed the relationships I formed: with other parents, teachers, and staff. I also liked having opportunities to engage with students outside of my daughter's classroom. I now see familiar faces out and about in the community that I earlier would never have recognized if it hadn't been for MPTF/MRES events. It's also so important for our kids to witness us firsthand caring for the community and modeling behavior centered around the well-being of others. "
- As a chair for Around the World event, I witnessed warmth and compassion for each culture on that day. I wish the atmosphere would stay the same throughout the school year.It was not easy to do the event all by oneself but a team of volunteers who would come early and leave late would've made the event easier for me.Overall, I was proud of all the diversity in the school and all the table tenders for giving it their all!
Are you interested but not sure where to start?
Our Volunteer Coordinator is here to help!
Use the form below to reach out — we’d love to connect and guide you toward opportunities that fit your interests and schedule.
Support Us By Shopping
Shop at Ralphs and support the Monterey Parent Teacher Foundation. Ralphs is committed to helping communities grow and prosper. Year after year, the Foundation receives funds through the Ralphs Community Contribution Program.
Follow these instructions to link your Ralphs Rewards Card. Please select Monterey Ridge (Organization Number: QX590). Your shopping is helping raise funds for our school and it's completely FREE! Link your card today!
Join in earning cash for our school by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need - equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love!
Use this referral code OSCK1269 when you sign up and you’ll get Bonus Box Tops when you scan your first receipt! Download the Box Tops for Education app here!