The tradition of BALTO began in 1995 with a group of Edmond North students who decided to start a charity fundraising week. Named after a brave husky sled dog, BALTO stands for “Bring A Light To Others,” which is just what we intend to do! Since 1995, BALTO has raised over 7 million dollars for charities serving all kinds of needs. We have helped charities serving child cancer victims, brain tumor patients, special education students, premature babies, and many other worthy causes. BALTO strives to bring the students of Edmond North together with the community of Edmond and beyond to do some amazing work! Through activities such as the BALTO 5K, BALTO silent auction, school assemblies, t-shirt sales, and other efforts, BALTO strives to raise money each year for a worthy cause. Last year, BALTO was able to raise $212,748 for Wings, a community dedicated to serving the community of special needs adults here in Oklahoma. This year, funds raised through Edmond North’s BALTO support The HALO Project. The HALO Project believes there is hope for every child and family to experience healing through connection. Every day HALO  equips families and community partners with proven methods to work toward individual healing and disrupt the cycle of hurt in our community because when people are SEEN, HEARD, & VALUED, they not only survive, they THRIVE.