Panthers for a Purpose
The Panthers for a Purpose Week of Giving celebration will take place February 22-28. To top off the week, the biggest Panther Party celebration will be held on February 28, 2026 at Bunker Hills Event Center in Coon Rapids featuring an amazing silent auction and entertainment by local favorite band, Good for Gary! Tickets are on sale now.
There are many ways to get involved including sponsorship, silent auction donations, volunteering and more! Browse this page to learn more about this year's Fund-A-Dream program and to learn more on how to get involved. For quick access to our most popular topics, click the links below!
How to Get Involved
Our team is working on an exciting Panthers for a Purpose Week of Giving. Check back soon to learn more about Dine to Donate and Panther Sightings!
Event Sponsorships
Party Details
The Panther Foundation Party takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, 5 p.m. at Bunker Hills Event Center in Coon Rapids. The Party will close out the fundraising week featuring an amazing Silent Auction and will feature entertainment by local favorite band, Good for Gary. Guests will sing and dance the night away, celebrating SLP Schools and our community. We are planning a fun evening with apps, games and special program moments.
Fund A Dream - Career & College Pathways Enhancements & Expansion
Over the last eight years, Spring Lake Park High School's Career and College Pathways have grown to 37 courses across three high-demand job sectors: Technology, Engineering & Design; Health & Human Services; and Business & Entrepreneurship. In the most recent graduating class, 92 percent of students had taken at least one pathway course.
The pathways are strong, and a project is underway to keep them that way. Pathways experiences are set apart by the fact that the courses deliver curriculum that is more hands-on with direct application. They also provide access to industry partners working in the field. Students build a house alongside electricians and plumbers. They design communication and marketing plans for real business problems. They teach young students and earn certifications as EMTs. This year's Fund A Dream will support Career and College Pathways enhancement and expansion, ensuring alignment with evolving technology trends, technology advancements, and workforce demands.
Week of Giving - February 21-28
The 2026 Week of Giving is February 21-28, 2026. No tickets are necessary to participate in the "Fundraising and Pride Week" portion of events. This Fundraising and Panther Pride week includes an online silent auction, dine-to-donate opportunities at local restaurant partners and Panther Pride activities all week long!
Silent Auction
Annual Sponsors
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Become an Annual Sponsor
Become an Annual Sponsor and impact the Foundation and Spring Lake Park Schools all year long. Learn more about becoming an Annual Sponsor, the benefits and how to get your logo added to our website here.
Event FAQ's
Can't find an answer to your question? Reach out the Panther Foundation
- What should I wear?
- How can I sit with my friends? Is there a way to buy a table?
- I can't come to the Party, how can I still be involved?
- Do I have to live in the Spring Lake Park Schools community to attend or participate?
- How much of the ticket is a tax deductible donation?
- Do I need to register for the silent auction if I purchase a party ticket?
- Is this the Gala?
What should I wear?
How can I sit with my friends? Is there a way to buy a table?
I can't come to the Party, how can I still be involved?
Do I have to live in the Spring Lake Park Schools community to attend or participate?
How much of the ticket is a tax deductible donation?
Do I need to register for the silent auction if I purchase a party ticket?
Is this the Gala?
