Lesley Ellis Spring Benefit, A Mosaic of Possibilities 

Every year, the Lesley Ellis Spring Benefit brings our community together to support the Tuition Assistance Program. Through the generosity of our community, the Spring Benefit has raised more than $1,000,000 in lifetime support for tuition assistance. This vital program provides need-based financial assistance to nearly a quarter of our families, ensuring that students from a wide range of economic backgrounds have access to LES’s award-winning anti-bias curriculum.

This year’s theme, “A Mosaic of Possibilities,” reflects how community creates opportunity for our students and for future generations.

Join us for an evening of community, celebration, and generosity as we come together to support access to a Lesley Ellis education for more families. 

Visit the Spring Benefit ReadySetAuction site to view the Benefit Catalog, purchase tickets, and make a donation. 

Ticket Information

Your ticket includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and one complimentary beer or wine coupon. Non-alcoholic beverages are available at no charge. Additional beverage coupons may be purchased for $10 each. Guests must be 21+. Grandparents, family members, and friends are welcome.

First to Buy, First to Win

The first 25 tickets sold will be entered to win two VIP passes to York’s Wild Kingdom.

Early Bird Ticket: $50 

Available through April 3

Standard Ticket: $60 

Beginning April 4

At the Door Ticket: $70 

Advance ticket purchase helps us plan food and seating.

Complimentary Tickets Available

The Spring Benefit Committee is committed to hosting an inclusive and welcoming event for the entire LES community. If the ticket cost would make it difficult for your family to attend, please contact our Development Manager, Jenn Champagne. Requests will be handled confidentially.

Spring Benefit FAQ’s

Spring Benefit Preview Week

Monday, April 6 – Friday, April 10

Stop by the main entrance during drop-off or pick-up to preview the Class Basket Showcase, participate in the Kids’

Kindness Challenge, and enjoy fun ways to support tuition assistance, including Lucky Envelope Surprises and sweepstakes.

Kids’ Kindness Challenge

Students can write acts of kindness on cards and add them to a tree near the school entryway throughout the week.

Community sponsors match these acts of kindness with support for tuition assistance. As the tree grows, it reflects the many small acts of kindness that help our community feel connected and supported. 

Lucky Envelopes

Choose an envelope and reveal a mystery prize designed especially for students. Envelopes are available for a suggested

donation during Preview Week or through the Lucky Envelope link on this page.

Sweepstakes

Select experiences and items will be available through sweepstakes tickets, offering another way to participate in

the Spring Benefit. Tickets are available for a suggested donation during Preview Week or through the sweepstakes link

on this page.

Order Mosaic LES Lion T-shirts

Mosaic Lesley Ellis Lion T-shirts will be on display and available for pre-order during Preview Week and through the online

Benefit Catalog.

Preview Class Basket Showcase

Class baskets will be on display in the first-floor hallway throughout Preview Week during drop-off and pick-up.

View Class Treasures during Juice & Java gatherings

Class Treasures will be on display at each class’s Juice & Java gathering during Preview Week.

Volunteer to Help

Sign up to help during Preview Week or with event setup, by emailing the Development Manager, Jenn Champagne.

Online Participation

Monday, April 6 – Saturday, April 11

Online Benefit Catalog

Browse class baskets, classroom treasures, and unique experiences hosted by Lesley Ellis families and faculty. Bidding takes place through the online catalog and closes on April 11 at 9:30 p.m.

Direct Giving through the Spring Benefit Site

Support tuition assistance directly through the Spring Benefit ReadySetAuction site. Online donations are anonymous.

Sponsor a Faculty Ticket

Help support the participation of LES faculty and staff at the Spring Benefit by sponsoring a ticket through the Spring Benefit site.

During the Spring Benefit

Saturday, April 11 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of dinner, music, dancing, and conversation with fellow members of the Lesley Ellis community.

Community Giving Moment (Raise the Paddle)

During the evening program, guests will have the opportunity to support tuition assistance through our community giving moment. To arrange an anonymous gift in advance, please reach out to the Development Manager, Jenn Champagne.

Live Benefit Auction

Select items and experiences will be auctioned during the evening program. 

Online Benefit Catalog

Bidding continues until April 11 at 9:30 p.m., and some items may be available to take home that evening.