You are an important part of our community.
Your contribution allows Erie Elementary to respond directly to the urgent and evolving needs of our students and families—at a time when many in our community are facing fear, instability, and barriers to accessing school safely.
Checks made payable to:
Erie Elementary Charter School
PO Box 47140
Chicago, Illinois 60647
$100 — Keep a Student Connected to School
Provides essential support such as transportation assistance, food support, or winter essentials so a student can safely attend school during a time of heightened fear and uncertainty.
$250 — Stabilize a Family in Crisis
Helps cover emergency needs including rent or utility assistance, gas or bus cards, and basic necessities for families facing sudden instability and safety concerns.
$500 — Remove Barriers to Attendance
Supports comprehensive wraparound care for a student and their family—transportation, essential supplies, family outreach, and social-emotional support—ensuring fear does not prevent access to education.
$1,000 — Sustain Erie’s Community Safety Net
Strengthens Erie’s ability to respond immediately to urgent family needs, fund emergency assistance, and maintain a safe, welcoming school environment where students can learn and thrive despite external threats.
Every student benefits when families feel secure enough to bring their children to school. Your generosity plays a vital role in protecting access to education, fostering stability, and ensuring a brighter future for the Erie community.