We are giving the students of Peterson Elementary more opportunities.
The Friends of Peterson is a fundraising organization. Its goal is to raise funds to help support the students and staff at Mary Gage Peterson Elementary School.
2023-2024 Friends of Peterson Annual Report
The 2023-24 school year was an exciting one for the Friends of Peterson. We achieved our long-term goal of raising $1,000,000 shortly after celebrating our tenth anniversary as an organization. In addition, in January, we were able to restart twice-weekly English classes (ESL) for parents and caregivers of Peterson students. (Continue reading)
2024 Walk-a-thon!
Thank you to our sponsors for making the walk-a-thon a success!
Timber Lanes
Run Rabbit Run
Gross Point Road, LLC
Thank you to the businesses that provided food and entertainment for the day!
Somethin’ Sweet
Sissy’s Sandwich
Jewel-Osco
Luft Balloons
My Chicago Wedding DJ
Your donations helped us raise $9540 for the Peterson STEAM program!
With your support for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math) at Peterson, we are now able to purchase a new mobile maker cart and bring learning into every classroom, as well as provide students with STEAM field trips and professional development for educators!
Order your Peterson Gear Today!
Order short-sleeved, long-sleeved, or baseball tees here for delivery at Peterson. Please be sure to include the child’s name and teacher’s name or room number in the “Add a note for the seller” box during checkout for delivery.
2022-2023 Friends of Peterson
Annual Report
Our 2022-2023 Annual Report is available! It goes over all that we have accomplished last year!
Visit the new Peterson Swag Store to get your shirts and mugs!
Get your custom printed swag and have it shipped directly to you!
Take what you need or donate funds to help us keep it stocked with toiletries, hygiene products, and food.
It is outside and available 24 hours/day inside the gated area by the main entrance on Christiana.
Celebrate someones birthday, wedding, or friendship by donating in their honor. When donating, please be sure to fill out to whom you are dedicating your donation.
Take Action
Ready to take the next step? You can become a contributor to Friends of Peterson or participate yourself.