Kilmer Friends & Family

Kilmer Friends & Family (KFF)

Kilmer Friends & Family (KFF) is the parent and caregiver organization at Joyce Kilmer K-8 School. Our mission is to support the well-being and educational success of every Kilmer student by building a strong, connected school community. Every parent or guardian of a Kilmer student is automatically a member of KFF.

What We Do

KFF supports learning and community at Kilmer K-8 by:

Organizing school-wide and family events
Raising funds for student enrichment and engagement
Partnering with teachers, staff, and the broader community

Funds raised by KFF help support programs, materials, and experiences that enhance learning both inside and outside the classroom and enrich students’ day-to-day school experience.

Recent initiatives supported by KFF include:

Funding the Making Music Matters program
Teacher appreciation efforts
Field trips
Food and catering for community-building events

Fundraising

KFF raises funds through a variety of community-centered efforts, including bake sales, seasonal sales, raffles, events, donations, and grants. All funds raised directly benefit Joyce Kilmer K-8 students and staff.

Meetings

KFF meetings are held monthly and are open to all Kilmer families. Meetings include updates from the principal, discussion and approval of projects, and planning for upcoming events and initiatives.

2025–2026 Meetings

4th Wednesday of each month, 7–8pm

January 28 (Lower Campus)
February 25 (Upper Campus)
March 25 (Lower Campus)
April 29 (Upper Campus)
May 27 (Lower Campus)

Why Join Kilmer Friends & Family (KFF) Meetings?

Joining KFF is one of the easiest ways to stay connected, get involved, and make a meaningful impact at Joyce Kilmer K-8—no matter how much time you have to give.

By being part of KFF, you can:

Support your child’s school experience by helping fund enrichment programs, field trips, and classroom resources
Build community by connecting with other Kilmer families, teachers, and staff
Stay informed about what’s happening at school and how decisions are made
Have a voice in projects and initiatives that directly benefit students
Get involved in ways that fit your schedule, from volunteering occasionally to helping behind the scenes

Every parent or guardian is automatically a member, and participation is always optional—but every contribution, big or small, helps strengthen our school community.

Communication

We share updates and announcements through:

Backpack flyers
Mr. Foley’s & Mr. Mendez’s weekly e-bulletin
ParentSquare

About Friends of the Kilmer

Friends of the Kilmer (FOTK) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and serves as the fundraising arm of Kilmer Friends & Family. It is run entirely by Kilmer parent volunteers, with shared leadership between KFF and FOTK.