Thornton Academy Postscripts Alumni Magazine Fall 2014 | Page 19

Auction
The 7th Annual Thornton Fund Auction
on May 2nd raised nearly $87,000 for various student programs, including the free
and reduced meal program that supports
students facing economic hardship.
Made possible by over 100 volunteers,
the Auction brought the community
together to socialize and raise funds that
will support student programs. Over 300
attendees enjoyed browsing a variety of
silent and live auction items—ranging
from gift certificates donated by area
businesses to destination getaways in Florida and Las Vegas. Over 265 items were donated by 195 individuals
and businesses, a testament to the care and consideration of the community.
“Fifteen percent of Thornton Academy’s local student population qualifies for meal assistance, but as an
independent town academy, Thornton does not receive public funds for these services,” said Allan Young, Associate
Head for School Administration. “The Auction is always a fun evening that supports a very worthy cause.”
Thornton community members, including trustees, alumni board members, faculty, staff, parents and friends,
sold 500 raffle tickets. Headmaster Rene Menard ‘88 and Thornton Trustees Bill Kany ‘77, Kathy Santamore
‘80, and Ken Janson ‘72 awarded $20,000 in cash prizes to seven lucky winners.

Thank you to all sponsors, donors, volunteers, and attendees for your generosity!
The 3rd Annual TA Golf Tournament
was another successful day on the links.
This year’s tournament brought 26
teams to the Biddeford-Saco Country
Club. Alumni participants - ranging
from the classes of 1958 through 2012
- raised over $1,500 to help support
various Thornton Academy student
programs and activities,