Help the Marching Falcons march to France - update

The Albany Marching Falcons continue their efforts to raise money to support their upcoming trip to France to take part in official ceremonies commemorating the 75th anniversary of D-Day.

Here’s how you can help.

Make a direct donation or participate in one of these fundraising activities:

• Hoffman Car Wash. Click on the link and purchase one or more, and the Marching Falcons will receive 50% (through March 10)
• Car air fresheners. Buy a pack of four for $10. To order, email Carrie Coddington at carrie52280@gmail.com
• Raymour & Flanagan playathon – Saturday, May 11. Visit their Latham store between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
• Donate your empties to the cause. Drop off bottles at Capital Redemption Center, located at 610 Clinton Ave. It’s open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m.-noon weekends. When you make the drop-off, please ask that proceeds be donated to the Albany Marching Falcons.

Learn more about the upcoming trip.

The mission of the City School District of Albany is to educate and prepare all students for college and career, citizenship and life, in partnership with our diverse community. The district serves approximately 9,500 students in 18 elementary, middle and high schools. In addition to neighborhood schools, the district includes several magnet schools and programs, as well as other innovative academic opportunities for students, including four themed academies at Albany High School.