ANNUAL FUND: MAKING A DIFFERENCE

What is Annual Giving?

Annual Giving helps to sustain programs and activities that are not covered by tuition. Annual giving is the best way possible for alumni, school parents and grandparents, parishioners, faculty, staff and friends to help make a difference in the future of Annunciation School. Your investment on an annual basis through a contribution will help raise necessary funds for student and faculty programs and help keep Annunciation traditions alive.

Why is Annual Giving necessary?

As the largest Catholic school in Minneapolis supported by one parish, Annunciation needs your support. Like any business, the operating costs increase each year and parents are asked to pay more each year. Many families struggle. We want every child to have the opportunity of a Catholic education. Therefore, it is important to keep tuition affordable and supplement tuition with fundraising. In a school with our unique mission, your gift to Annunciation School will truly make a difference in the life of a child.

May gifts be directed to projects of the donor’s choice? 

Although unrestricted giving provides the most flexibility to answer the school’s immediate needs, annual gifts may be directed to areas such as financial aid, faculty compensation, technology, classroom resources or capital improvements.

Annunciation School benefits from donations to: 

• Annual Fund 

• Help a Student tuition aid 

• Gifts to the endowment 

• Planned gifts

Does the school have an endowment?

Yes, the Annunciation School 21st Century Endowment began in 1999 with a gift from a school family. By the end of 2005 the endowment had reached $1Million.

Who manages the endowment fund?

The Catholic Community Foundation manages Annunciation School’s 21st Century Endowment Fund and reports on performance quarterly.

Is the Annunciation School 21st Century Endowment Fund solely for the use of Annunciation School?

Yes, the funds are restricted to the school’s use. The funds cannot be used to finance parish or archdiocesan needs.

How does Annunciation offer a first-class education while keeping tuition within reason?

Tremendous volunteer assistance of time and talent and generous yearly donations make it possible for Annunciation to offer a more affordable tuition.

For more information contact:

Mary Ann Pearson, School President

Phone 612-823-4394 x 7201

mpearson@annunciationmsp.org

Please remember Annunciation in your will.