Building and Celebrating Community
Sequoyah’s fundraising events build lasting personal connections across all ages while raising significant amounts of money for the benefit of our school. In many ways, they intentionally exemplify our Habits of Mind in action.
We rely upon volunteers to design and plan our annual spring auction, and students to lead Jogathon, because we know the school can most effectively fulfill its mission when fundraising is cultivated in an enthusiastic, generous, and thankful community that includes all ages and experience. Participation is meaningful, impactful… and fun!
Thank you!
Jogathon: Student-Led Fundraising
Sequoyah’s Jogathon introduces students to fundraising in support of a collective purpose—in this case, our founder’s commitment to establish and sustain an independent school community that is socioeconomically diverse. K-8 students run at nearby Singer Park, while high school students complete a 5K through Pasadena’s Arroyo Seco. All students are encouraged to ask for contributions, and many donations come from beyond their immediate families. Students feel ownership through goal setting, individual achievement, and knowing they worked hard to make their school a better place for all.
The 2024 Jogathon raised $65,266.
Community Auction
At Sequoyah’s Community Auction, parents, grandparent, alumni, staff, faculty, and many friends gather together to bid on remarkable items, dance to a terrific home grown band, and enjoy an only in LA menu, all while raising funds to benefit our students and teachers.
Thanks to the generous donations of local businesses and Sequoyah families and friends, plus the tireless efforts of our volunteers, each year the auction offers art, vacation opportunities, homemade items, and one-of-a-kind experiences.
Last year the Auction raised a record $195,510.