Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools

Congratulations to our Holly Jolly Half and Half Winner for 2025! Thank you to all our contributors and Merry Christmas!!!

🎉 We’re one week in — and the jackpot is growing! 🎉

Our Holly Jolly Half & Half is off to a great start with $930 raised so far… but we’re just getting started!

Help us surpass our $30,000 goal and get your chance to take home half the jackpot — just in time for the holidays. 🎄💰

Every ticket supports teacher and student scholarships, innovation grants, and more through the Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools.

👉 Buy your tickets today: https://givebutter.com/hollyjolly2

Let’s keep the momentum going! 💎✨

Holly Jolly Half & Half: Cash for a Cause! Education Foundation for CCS Community 50/50 Raffle

🎉 Calling All Sponsors! 🎉
We’re gearing up for the 2nd Annual “Picklin’ for Profits” Charity Pickleball Tournament—and we’d love for YOU to be part of the fun!
Join us on January 24, 2026 at the Hickory Metro Convention Center as we rally support for student scholarships and teacher innovation grants through the Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools. 💙✨
Sponsorship levels range from Bronze to Gold Plus, with perks including:
🏓 Advertising on tournament towels
📣 Promotion on Education Foundation social media
👥 Access to 80,000+ staff, students, and families
📍 Court signage
🎤 Day-of acknowledgments and more!
Scan the QR code or email [email protected] to secure your spot and help make a big impact for our students and teachers!
Let’s serve up some support together! 🏆💙

🎉 It’s BACK! Our Holly Jolly Half & Half is officially LIVE! 🎉
The Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools is kicking off our annual 50/50 Holly Jolly Half & Half Raffle—and this year, we’re aiming BIG with a $30,000 goal to support our students, staff, scholarships, and innovation grants across CCS!

💸 Raffle opens TODAY, November 24 at 8:00 AM
⏰ Ends December 19 at 1:30 PM
🎥 Winner announced LIVE on Facebook December 19 at 2:00 PM
🔗 Buy tickets now: https://givebutter.com/hollyjolly2

Ticket Prices:
• 1 Ticket = $5
• 3 Tickets = $10
• 7 Tickets = $20
• 20 Tickets = $50

✨ Please note: GiveButter may ask if you'd like to make an additional donation. Donations are appreciated, but they do not count as raffle tickets.

Every ticket purchased helps us raise funds for student and teacher scholarships, classroom innovation grants, and so much more. Let’s make this our biggest Holly Jolly yet—help us hit $30K!

🎄 Join the fun. Support CCS. Win big. 🎄

🎾✨ Game on, Pickleballers! ✨🎾

We’re gearing up for the 2nd Annual Picklin’ for Profit Charity Pickleball Tournament, and registration is officially OPEN!

Join us Saturday, January 24, 2026 at the Hickory Metro Convention Center for a day of fun, competition, and community — all benefiting the Catawba County Schools Education Foundation.

💪 Divisions:
🏅 Women’s Doubles
🏅 Men’s Doubles
🏅 Mixed Doubles

Whether you’re a first-time player or a seasoned pro, this event is your chance to rally for a great cause and help support CCS students and teachers!

👉 Register now before spots fill up: www.ccs-foundation.org/pickleball

🎉 And our top Restaurant Week partners go to… El Paso Restaurants!
Both their North Center Street and Hwy 70 Hickory locations each donated over $2,000 to the Education Foundation — earning well-deserved bragging rights! 🌟

Your meals there help us provide resources, grants, and recognition for the amazing educators and students who make Catawba County shine.

Let’s keep those tables full — stop by either location and thank them for being champions for our schools!

☕️ Cheers to Social House in Hickory!
This local favorite brewed up generosity in a big way, donating $1,500.00 from Restaurant Week sales to the Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools.

From coffee dates to weekend brunches, every order helped us invest in innovative programs and teacher support.

Keep the good vibes going — grab your next latte or lunch at Social House and let them know how much their partnership means!

🌮 Gracias, Three Hermanos!
Our friends in Maiden served up delicious meals and community spirit during Restaurant Week — donating over $1500.00 to support students and educators right here in Catawba County!

Every taco, enchilada, and fajita helped make a difference. ❤️

Next time you’re craving authentic Mexican food, dine at Three Hermanos and show your love for those who give back!

🍳 Big thanks to Butcher Boy Cafe!
We’re so grateful for their support during Restaurant Week — donating $1,250.00 (3% of sales) to the Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools!

Their hometown generosity helps us continue funding classroom grants and opportunities that impact teachers and students across the county.

Let’s return the favor! Stop in for one of their famous breakfasts or hearty lunches and tell them thank you for supporting local schools.