St. Patrick's Annual Giving
All money raised through the Annual Giving fund goes directly into the general operating fund that pays for the entire school program. Annual gifts make up the difference between what tuition covers and the actual cost of running the school every day. Simply stated, Annual Giving funds help the school accomplish its daily work. They help pay for teacher salaries and benefits, financial aid for students and their families, maintenance on the school building, acquisition of learning materials, professional development for faculty, the purchase of updated computer technology for the classroom and administration and other necessities.
Why should we donate to the Annual Giving program?
All children who attend St. Patrick’s receive the benefits of the excellent curriculum, regardless of their financial means. It is critical that our school has the financial support of every family to share in the full cost of educating our children.
Furthermore, the Annual Giving program is a very cost effective way to donate to St. Patrick’s. The expenses of promoting the Annual Giving program are much lower than the costs involved in special events. While all fundraisers are very helpful to the school, the Annual Giving program is the “best bang for the buck.”
If we have Annual Giving, why does St. Patrick’s still do other fundraisers throughout the year?
Through past history, the Annual Giving program has raised only part of the funds needed to meet St. Patrick’s operating expenses for the year. St. Patrick’s continues to have special events such as the Gala in order to give school families and friends a chance to celebrate the school in a social setting as well as bring in additional revenue for program and facility needs.
Our goal is 100% participation from every family at St. Patrick’s!
Please consider making a donation at one of the following levels:
$2550+ Platinum Sponsor
Donor/donors will receive one reserved parking spot for the school year.
$1000 - $2,549+ Gold Sponsor
Donor/donors will receive two complimentary tickets to the 2012 Gala.
$500 - $1,000+ Silver Sponsor
Donor/donors will receive a St. Patrick's fleece blanket.
$300 - $500+ Bronze Sponsor
Donor/donors will receive a St. Patrick's tote and water bottle.
$1 - $299+ Friend of St. Patrick’s
You can contribute to Annual Giving three ways:
- Return your Annual Giving envelope with a gift to St. Patrick's. Click here to download a printable pledge form.
- Make a pledge to be paid by June 30.
- Make a gift online with a credit card by clicking on the Donate Now button.
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Your employer may offer a matching gift program. If so, your gift to
St. Patrick’s may be doubled! Please check with your employer's human
resources department. |
