Panthers for a Purpose

Program Link

The program viewing link is located at the top of this page.  

Plan ahead and decide where your party will view the program in your house.  Watch utilizing your preferred Streaming Device (Apple TV, Roku, Fire Stick, etc). Or tune in on your computer or phone.

6:45 P.M.: Countdown

Grab a beverage, mingle with your family or sit back and relax.  Tune in for some special messages from some of our top sponsors. 

7 P.M.: Program Premiere

Panthers for a Purpose event will begin at 7 p.m. Hear from the Panther Foundation's Chairperson Marla Sciara, Superintendent Jeff Ronneberg, members of our community and principal team as they share the importance of this event in our community. The 30 minute program will be entertaining for all members of our Spring Lake Park Schools community. Get ready to see people you know, laugh and get inspired by the special messages of the evening.

7:30PM -8:30 PM: Final Hour of Silent Auction

Get your bidding in on your favorite items.  Last chance to make them yours!

Set up Your Venue

Wherever you plan to watch the program, make it special. 

• Build a sheet/blanket fort
• Use a card table or TV tray and set up your snack buffet
• Dim the lights or turn up the lights
• Blow up some balloons or use streamers
• Layout a bunch of pillows and blankets on the floor and have a picnic

Attire

• Jammies or Dress Up 
• Maybe you want to dress head to toe in Panther Pride gear or colors (red, blue, white)

Party Food

• Check out the Dine to Donate section below and grab takeout - your portion of your purchase will be donated to the Panther Foundation Weekend Food Pack Program
• Make or pick-up some easy-to-grab appetizers or dishes your family will love
• Build a Snack Buffet with items you have around the house; cereal, snacks, candy...using different types of bowls can make it feel special and different from the "every day"
• Go old school and make TV Dinners to watch while you enjoy the show

Specialty Drinks

• Serve your party blue or red themed drinks.  Some easy options that will take your hosting game to the next level
• Red Base- cranberry, cherry, pomegranate juice, cherry 7-Up
• Blue Base - Blue Hawaiian punch
• Garnishes- cherries, blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, strawberries, red grapes, pop rocks (makes it sizzle and pop)

Games/Activities

• Play Panthers for a Purpose Bingo during the program, cards below
• Have the family help create the event venue
• Make some selfie props and create a photo booth (don't forget to share your photos with us on Facebook!)

The Panther Foundation is proud to partner with several local restaurants to make your Watch Party and week leading up to the event even more special for your family and for the cause.  A generous donation from each of these partners will be made for each purchase you make on the special dates.  Thank you for supporting our local restaurants and thank you to our community partners for making this happen.

View the menu here

Play Bingo with your family as you watch the Panthers for a Purpose Program. We have created 10 unique cards with words and things you might hear or see throughout the show.  Just print and cut. Enjoy and have FUN!

We want to see the pictures of your watch party, tag the Panther Foundation on Facebook and share your photos with our Panther Community! 

• Since March 2020, our Weekend Food Pack distribution has increased 256%. 
• A Weekend Food Pack costs just $2. Students receive at least two breakfast items, two "heat and eat" meals, fruit and snacks. 
• The Weekend Food Packs are stocked from the Panther Pantry which serves as an emergency food shelf for students. It is stocked with ready to eat meals, snacks and non-perishable items as well as hygiene products. The Pantry is ready to serve any and all students in our district. 
• The Spring Lake Park Schools Transition Life Skills students are the engine that keeps the Panther Pantry organized and stocked and the Weekend Pack program running. Transitions students grocery shop, manage inventory and assemble the packs and distribute them to schools all while learning important life skills.  
• When school is out for week-long breaks, students are sent home with food packs to get them through the time away.
• The need doesn’t stop just when school is out. Packs are available over summer months as well.

By donating to Weekend Food Packs, you are providing students with food needed to last through the weekend or a school break. Purchase Weekend Food Packs

If you wish to contribute a food or toiletry donation, please drop items off at the District Services Center at 1415 81st Avenue NE, Spring Lake Park, MN on Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

The Panthers for a Purpose event is FREE, however if you want to bid on the 200+ Silent Auction packages you will need to register.  Don't wait until event night.  The Silent Auction will open early - we want you to be able to bid on the great packages for the entire family.  

Panther Gear, Restaurant Gift Cards, Wine, Unique Baskets for each member of the family including the family dog!

At this link, click on Get Started to create your profile and register your credit card.  

Even though the event is at the end of February, you can still get involved NOW! The Panther Challenges are designed to bring the community together leading up to the virtual giving event.  

You've got it marked on your calendar, now what?

The 7 p.m. program event will premiere on Saturday, February 27. It is free and will be entertaining  for the entire family.  Special VIP guests will make appearances throughout the program and the winners of the SWAG Bag drawings will be announced.  

Plan some special snacks, get dressed up or make it a pajama party - most of all - plan to have fun as a SLP Panther Proud family!

The online silent auction catalog will be released the week of the event and will be able to be viewed here. 

If you plan to bid, get registered early. Click on 'Get Started' on this link to walk you through the process. Once registered, you will be able to share the household/family link with others in your house bidding. This URL is specific to your registration and will allow others to bid on your account if shared.

Swag Bags are SOLD OUT! Don't worry though, as we get closer to the event we will be sharing ideas with you on how to make your Watch Party special for your family.  

If you purchased a Swag Bag we will be distributing them the week of Feb. 22.  Watch the virtual event program on Feb. 27 to find out who won these prizes:  $250 Target, $100 Amazon, $100 Cub Food and $100 Walmart

Consider applying for the Board of Directors and make your impact last longer than just this event.  Board of Director information can be found here.  

1. Right here on our event hub at SpringLakeParkSchools.org/giveback
2. Watch directly on YouTube here
3. Watch utilizing your preferred Streaming Device (Apple TV, Roku, Fire Stick, etc). Find the YouTube app and search for Panthers for a Purpose Virtual Giving Event

The event will still be available to watch via Youtube Premier. A link will be provided and will be available on this page. You can still get involved by donating auction items, donating to weekend food packs, becoming a sponsor or participating in the Panther Challenges prior to the event date. Thank you in advance for contributing to the cause and making a difference in our Spring Lake Park Schools community!

Thank you for your purchase. Swag Bags will be distributed the week of Feb. 23 & Feb. 24.  Purchasers will receive an email with pick up details.

When can I pick up my items?

Winners will receive a communication following the completion of the Silent Auction on Saturday, February 27. This will include an appointment link to schedule a pick up time on Monday, March 1 - Wednesday, March 3.

Where will I pick up the items?

Park Curbside & Come on In

Park, then come on in to let us know you are there.  We will have your packages ready for you and can assist getting them to your vehicle.