St. Joseph School Annual Appeal
Q: WHAT IS THE ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL ANNUAL APPEAL CAMPAIGN?
A : The Annual Appeal helps bridge the gap between the actual cost of educating our students and the income we receive from tuition. Both financial gifts and gifts of prayer are requested for St. Joseph Catholic School from current parents, faculty/staff, grandparents, alumni, friends, and local businesses. Tuition provides only a portion of the total cost of educating a child. With the Annual Appeal, as well as the generous support of our Parish, we are able to keep the annual increase in tuition to a minimum.
Q: WHAT IS OUR GOAL?
A : Our financial goal this year is $150,000. Key events that will help us reach our goal are the Direct Appeal, the Dallas Marathon and Men's Night. We also encourage participation from school families and parishioners in our Scrip program, where gift cards can be purchased for everyday use or as gifts.
Q: HOW MUCH SHOULD I CONTRIBUTE?
A: Please keep in mind that no gift is too big or too small; it is your demonstration of support that really makes a difference! A high percentage of participation favorably influences outside sources of support (e.g. charitable foundations) when the school applies for grants.
Q: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE ANNUAL APPEAL AND THE PTO FUNDRAISERS?
A : The Annual Appeal helps the school support the base budget and pay the bills. Success in reaching our yearly goal is critical to meeting our budget each year. The PTO fundraisers help to pay for extra items such as classroom supplies, for faculty/staff courses, and curriculum enhancement. Both of these efforts are of the utmost importance to the success of St. Joseph Catholic School.
Q: WHAT ARE MATCHING GIFTS?
A: Matching gift programs are offered through many corporations. Companies assist nonprofit organizations by matching an employee's gift (often dollar for dollar). Please check with your Human Resources Department to see if your company has a Matching Gifts Program.
Q: HOW CAN I GIVE?
Designate Annual Appeal in the "Purpose" box;
OR make your check payable to St. Joseph School with "Annual Appeal" in the memo line.
You may also call the school with credit card information, donate stock, or come by St. Joseph Catholic School, 1722 N. Starr Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72764.
THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
Please give as generously as possible and know that each and every gift is truly appreciated, is 100% tax deductible, and will be acknowledged in the SJS Annual Report, unless anonymity is desired.
