Gettysburg Area Education Foundation

08/19/2026

07/01/2026

🚨 The 8th Annual GAEF Evening at the Totem Pole Playhouse is SOLD OUT! 🎭✨

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who purchased tickets. We look forward to seeing you at the reception. Speaking of the reception, we also want to give a huge shoutout to our outstanding financial services partner, Members 1st Federal Credit Union, for sponsoring the pre-show reception! We couldn't do this without you. 🤝💼

Missed out on tickets? You can still click the link below to make a contribution today to support the incredible students and classrooms of the Gettysburg Area School District. 🎒🍎

Pre-Show Reception Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union Starts at 6:00 PM -- Meet our very special guest 1989 GAHS Graduate and two-time Tony Award® winner, Beowulf Boritt

06/30/2026

TWO SIDE-BY-SIDE TICKETS REMAIN for Wednesday evening's 8th Annual GAEF Evening at the Totem Pole Playhouse fundraiser. Proceeds benefit the students and classrooms of Gettysburg Area School District. Tickets are $60 each and include a 6:00 PM pre-show reception sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union. The reception features special guest, 1989 GAHS grad and two-time Tony Award™ winner Beowulf Boritt, the original scenic designer for the Broadway run of Come From Away. The reception includes snacks, a selection of local wine from Adams County Winery, and soft drinks and bottled water. Each ticket holder will receive a complimentary door prize raffle ticket. (ticket holders under 21 years old are not eligible to win the wine basket)

The remaining tickets are Row K, seats 13 and 15. They can be purchased online via credit card, digital wallet (Apple and Google), PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, and ACH online check.

If you prefer to use a personal or business check, please leave a message at 717-334-6254 x1255 to claim the tickets then bring the check with you to the show. It is VERY important that you leave a message in order to claim the tickets.

Thank you!

Pre-Show Reception Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union Starts at 6:00 PM -- Meet our very special guest 1989 GAHS Graduate and two-time Tony Award® winner, Beowulf Boritt

06/23/2026

A LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!
Meet 1989 GAHS graduate and two-time Tony Award™ winner Beowulf Boritt while supporting grant and program opportunities for the students and classrooms of Gettysburg Area School District. Your $60 ticket includes a 6:00 PM pre-show reception sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union.

Pre-Show Reception Sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union Starts at 6:00 PM -- Meet our very special guest 1989 GAHS Graduate and two-time Tony Award® winner, Beowulf Boritt

05/04/2026

Who was "The One" for you? 🍎📖

We all have that one teacher who changed everything. This week is all about them!

Let’s shower our Gettysburg Area School District educators with the love they deserve. A simple "thank you" goes a long way in fueling the passion it takes to shape the next generation of Warriors.

04/27/2026

We are excited to announce that tickets are now LIVE for the 8th Annual GAEF Evening at the Totem Pole Playhouse featuring the hit musical Come From Away!

This year we are thrilled to have a very special guest joining us for the evening: 1989 GAHS graduate and two-time Tony Award winner, Beowulf Boritt! Beowulf was the scenic designer for the original Broadway production of Come From Away, and he’ll be joining us to share insights into the show’s journey to the stage.

Tickets: $60 each
Pre-Show Reception: 6:00 PM (Featuring Beowulf Boritt)
Curtain: 7:30 PM
Where: Totem Pole Playhouse

Don't miss this unique chance to meet a Broadway veteran who got his start right here in Gettysburg. Seats are limited—get yours today!

Pre-Show Reception Starts at 6:00 PM -- Meet our very special guest 1989 GAHS Graduate and two-time Tony Award® winner, Beowulf Boritt

04/15/2026

📣 CLOTHING DRIVE THURSDAY EVENING 📣

Clean Out For A Cause! GAEF will be accepting New & Gently Used Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s Clothing and Shoes. Sheets, Towels, Quilts, and Comforters during the Lincoln Elementary School PTO of GASD Chalk The Walk event. Please pack your donated items in 13 gallon or larger plastic bags. All items will be taken to CommunityAid Foundation . GAEF receives a cash donation from CommunityAid Foundation for donated items. All proceeds benefit the students and classrooms of Gettysburg Area School District . Thank You!