Sakai PTO Fundraising

Bainbridge Island PTOs - Sakai PTO Fundraising

2026 Sakai COHO Run

It’s time to rally your troops for Sakai PTO’s big one-and-done annual fundraiser — The Sakai COHO Run officially runs through Friday, October 23rd. We have just over 2 weeks to reach our schoolwide goal of $70,000. That works out to about $150 per student. 

Best for Last

There will be a proper COHO Run on the final day of our fundraiser, Friday October 23rd. Students can look forward to getting silly and sweaty on the Woodward track. Costumes, props and shenanigans are encouraged for this school spirit spectacular, with one 5th and one 6th grade class being crowned the most spirited homerooms.

Of course there’s a little friendly competition involved. 

  • Regardless of funds raised, every student will be automatically entered into weekly prize drawings.
  • Most spirited award to best dressed 5th and 6th grade classes at the COHO Run on October 23rd
  • Expect a schoolwide reward for reaching our $70,000 goal.

Thank you for your support!

Your Sakai PTO is committed to funding experiences and events that foster a strong sense of engagement and community for our students, families, teachers and staff. 

Your Donations in Action

Funds raised during the annual Sakai COHO Run support enrichment and educational resources for the whole school year including teacher grants, grade-level assemblies, classroom and teacher supplies, subscriptions, educational programs, and community events/parent resources. Your PTO is committed to funding experiences and events that build and foster a strong school community for our students, families, teachers and staff.

COHO FAQ

How do I make a cash or check donation?

  • Each student will receive a COHO Run envelope from their homeroom teacher to collect their cash and check donations. 
  • Donations can also be dropped off at the Sakai front office or sent in by mail:
    • Sakai Intermediate School
      COHO Run
      9343 NE Sportsman Club Road
      Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
  • Make checks payable to Sakai PTO. 
  • All cash and check donations are due back by the end of the school day on Friday, October 23.

How do I designate my donation to a specific student or class on RallyUp?

During checkout you will have the option to designate your donation to a specific student name, homeroom class name, or keep your donation general. You will be able to split your donation between multiple students or multiple classes, but not both in a single transaction. 

Can’t find your student or their class name? Make a general donation and include a comment after checkout. We’ll do our best to assign your donation to the appropriate class. 

Would you like to remove your student’s identifying information from this RallyUp campaign? Email your request to sakai.fundraising@bainbridgeptos.org.

Why am I being asked to “tip” with my donation?

Sakai PTO uses a free tier of the Rally Up platform, which means we do not to pay for this service up front, and we are not charged a percentage per transaction to cover the cost of the service. Instead, Rally Up requests optional “tipping” during checkout as a means of passing their platform fee on to donors.

  • Sakai PTO cannot disable tipping.
  • Tips do NOT go to Sakai PTO in any way, shape, or form.
  • 100% of tips go to Rally Up. This is part of their business model.
  • Tips are OPTIONAL

To opt out of tipping, simply set the custom tipping amount to $0.

How do I add an employer match to my donation?

Requesting a matching gift is normally a quick and easy process which must be initiated by the donor. 

Your employer will need the following info:

  • Tax ID # 91-0977467
  • Name of organization: Bainbridge Island Parent Teacher Organization Coordinating Council (PTOCC)

The Bainbridge Island PTOCC is the 501(c)(3) organization for all district PTOs. Matching funds received by the PTOCC will be designated to Sakai PTO. 

Let Sakai PTO know that you have initiated a matching gift by emailing sakai.fundraising@bainbridgeptos.org. We will make sure it’s attributed to your student’s class during the COHO Run.

Where does the COHO Run money go?

Sakai PTO supports our students, staff and families through so many things! 

  • Student Enrichment, including:
    • Field Trips & assemblies
    • Bike to School Day
    • Leaving Our Island Curriculum
    • Staff Appreciation
    • Yearbooks
  • Program Services:
    • Math Olympiad
    • Online Curriculum (Gizmos, IXL, Reflex)
    • Sakai Reads
    • Specialist Programs (Art, Band, Choir, Music, Morning Broadcast, P.E.)
  • Facilities:
    • Copy Paper ($8000 covers 8 of the 10 months of school)
    • Emergency Preparedness Supplies
    • Student’s School Supplies (All of it this year!)
  • Grants:
    • Discretionary Staff Grants
    • Scholarships
    • Staff Stipends for Clubs
  • Management & Operations:
    • Meeting Supplies
    • PTOCC Dues