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 go on sale January 5, 2026 for the party!
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
Event Sponsorships
Over the years, the Panther Foundation has funded 400+ rich and diverse projects totaling more than $2.3 million. If it's good for kids, the Panther Foundation is there.
Sponsorship of this year's event offers an opportunity to be a part of this broad and purposeful work. Each sponsorship allows the Panther Foundation to touch more students and do more. Join us as we partner with our district to provide world-class experiences to each member of our school community.
2026 Sponsor Opportunities available soon.

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 - Project Details Coming Soon!
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




|
2025 Annual Sponsors |
|---|


![]() |
![]()
|
![]()
|
![]()
|
![]()
|
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?















