Dedicated to enriching the experiences of the students, staff, and families of Northgate Elementary.
Formerly called Friends of Northgate, we are a nonprofit (EIN 81-2942021) supporting the James Baldwin Elementary community, to help enrich the experiences of students, teachers, staff, and families.
05/08/2026
SPS Black Families Host Superintendent — Seattle Council PTSA Join SPS Black Families, Colorful Communities LLC, New Mind and Whole Family, The WA NAACP Youth Council, and Seattle Council PTSA for a conversation with Seattle Public School Superintendent Ben Schuldiner. Share your ideas. Ask questions. Build a better future—together. Puget Sound Educational S...
Hey Everyone! The Annual Move-a-Thon is happening TOMORROW – Friday, April 24!
The weather is looking fantastic for a fun, high-energy morning on the blacktop! We can’t wait to see students stroll, sprint, skip, and dance, and families and caregivers are welcome to come cheer them on!
Kindergarten + First Grade – 8:15-8:45 a.m.
Second + Third Grade – 8:50-9:20 a.m.
Fourth + Fifth Grade – 9:30-10:00 a.m.
Our goal is to raise $20,000 to help grow and fund next year’s tutoring program. Every dollar makes a difference for students across every classroom. Please don’t forget to donate if you’re able, or have your student(s) ask friends, families, and neighbors to contribute. We’re aiming to raise $100 per student to get us there. If you’ve been meaning to donate, now’s the time!
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03/05/2026
Help us raise money for a beautiful mural in the library at James Baldwin!
Donate to Celebrate Joy with a Mural at James Baldwin Elementary, organized by Ben Barber THE ASK We are raising money to create a beautiful and lasting m… Ben Barber needs your support for Celebrate Joy with a Mural at James Baldwin Elementary
12/02/2025
Want to support JBE and ALSO get your holiday shopping done at the same time? Check out our Silent Auction! There are some awesome items available for anyone on your list:
JAMES BALDWIN PTO Winter Auction Welcome to our very first online fundraising auction. 📣Please also check out our Winter Auction Buy Now Teacher Experiences. If you would like to make a direct donation, please find details at: https://baldwinpto.org/donate.Each item up for bid has been generously donated by our supporters, partn...
It’s Giving Tuesday! We are so grateful for the amazing support we have had this year, but there is always more we can do. If you want to donate, share the link with friends and family, or maybe even look into your employer’s charitable match program, now is the time to do it!
11/17/2025
TOMORROW NIGHT! Tuesday, November 18 at 6 p.m.
We're hosting a special meeting this month with guest speaker, Emily Cherkin, who will talk about the differences between educational technology and technology education. Come learn more about how to best advocate for your kids in this very impactful aspect of their education.
There will be free childcare for kids over the age of 4 - please RSVP here so we know how many to expect. Everyone is welcome!
James Baldwin November PTO Meeting Featuring guest speaker Emily Cherkin on how to raise tech-intentional children. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 6:00 P.M. James Baldwin Elementary School - 11725 1st Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125 [email protected] baldwinpto.org
We did it! You helped us exceed our goal and we raised $23,250 during our fall fundraiser!
What an incredible October! We raised $23,250 in 31 days to exceed our fundraiser goal. We are so grateful to everyone who donated and invested time to make this fundraiser a success.
Our fundraising crew will be back in December with an online auction for the holidays – stay tuned!
We’re halfway through our fall fundraiser and we’ve raised $13K of $20,000. Help us get there! Make your tax-deductible donation today.
Your financial contribution will help support the following important resources:
· Math and reading tutors
· 5th grade camp
· Class field trips
· A music program
· Additional spending in each classroom for field trips, supplies, and snacks
Another way you can support us in reaching our goals is to share this post with any FB Groups or in your own FB feed. Every effort helps!
11/15/2024
It’s the last day of our Fall Giving Campaign and we are SO CLOSE to our goal of $15k! (Currently, we are at $14,800) Let’s make it so happen, so Students can enjoy a school bubble and music party on November 22nd!
Click the button to donate via PayPal or use the link for Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/james-baldwin-elementary-pto-1
11/12/2024
It’s the final week of our Annual Giving Campaign and we have raised $9k so far with your help. Let’s see if we can get to our goal of $15k!
Your support helps us provide:
📚 Books for the library, art supplies, PE equipment, and a thriving school garden
❤️ Health & wellness resources for students (coats, vaccines, and nursing supplies)
🎉 Events like Art Night, Multicultural Night, Fall Festival, and more
🙌 Support for families in need, teacher appreciation events, a supplement to the art teachers salary to make them full time.
Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference. Here’s what your donation can do:
📖 $10 provides a new book for the library!
💻 $35 covers the tech fees for one student!
⚽ $50 provides soccer training equipment!
🌱 $75 supports one month of our Student Native Pride Club!
🍎 $250 funds one day of teacher appreciation!
🎨 $450 supplies one classroom for an entire year!
🔗 Donate: Drop off cash/checks at the main office or mail to:
James Baldwin Elementary PTO
11725 1st Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125
Thank you for helping us support a brighter future for every student at James Baldwin Elementary! Every bit counts, and we are deeply grateful for your generosity.
Questions? Contact us at: mailto:[email protected]
