What is Swine Week?
Edmond Memorial High School’s enduring tradition of community service, Swine Week, traces its origins back to 1986 when a compassionate group of students rallied to raise funds for a friend in dire need of a kidney transplant. The initiative gained momentum with the backing of the principal, who supported the cause and committed to kissing a pig in a memorable act of solidarity. The inaugural event successfully raised $3,000, marking the inception of Swine Week.
Fast forward 37 years, and the students of EMHS have collectively amassed over $8 million in charitable contributions. In the previous year alone, an impressive $361,333 was raised for The HopeHouse OKC. Swine Week’s financial support significantly helped with their building campaign to provide safe, stable housing for families experiencing homelessness.
As we set our sights on the fundraising goals for 2024, we invite you to be a part of this impactful tradition. Your generosity has been instrumental in our past successes, and we trust that the spirit of giving will endure. For Swine Week 2024, EMHS has chosen Peaceful Family Oklahoma as the beneficiary. Learn more about their mission and how you can contribute at https://peacefulfamilyok.org/. Your support will play a vital role in making a positive difference in the lives of those in need.
Tradition
EMHS students have graciously devoted their time & money to help those in need. Please support us in reaching our goal and making our principal kiss a pig, a tradition since 1986.
Community
Swine Week gives our community and student body one common goal – to help those in need. It involves the entire Edmond and Oklahoma City community.
Philanthropy
Each year, Swine Week chooses a local nonprofit. We are absolutely elated to have Peaceful Family Oklahoma as our 2024 recipient. Please help us raise our goal and donate to Swine Week!
EMHS
EMHS is filled with selfless students, teachers, and administrators. EMHS is devoted to tradition, excellence, and helping others through Swine Week.
Events
2024 Swine Week Recipient
Peaceful Family Oklahoma
In 2023 Edmond Memorial raised $361,333 for HopeHouse OKC!
This year marks the 39th year of serving our community through this philanthropic venture.
Edmond Memorial High School students are hard at work raising funds for their annual Swine Week! Peaceful Family Oklahoma is the recipient of their 2024 philanthropic project. This event isn’t just about raising funds; it is about caring high school students rallying our community to make a real difference.
PFO is so proud and grateful to be a part of this monumental effort. Especially during their 10th anniversary! Did you know that for every $100K raised, PFO can serve 800-1,000 children? Combined with the investments of other donors, even a small donation can go a long way to helping PFO meet its goal of helping children impacted by addiction in their families shape their best lives.
