ANNUAL FUND

2007-2008

Why do we have an Annual Fund Campaign?   

Annual Fund dollars directly cover the highest priorities of the school and provide the added edge to enable PCHS to continue to offer quality education.  If you step through our doors, you will see the living examples of how generosity is making an impact on our students’ lives.  We invite you to be a part of this today by participating in our Annual Fund. 

Our Goal: 

This year we wish to raise a minimum of $100,000.  We would like to double the number of Annual Fund Donors.  Gifts at every level have a tremendous impact, and no gift is too small!

How will your gift be used? 

TO CLOSE THE TUITION GAP: Tuition covers only 85% of the cost of a PCHS education.  Therefore, a strong and growing Annual Fund is an essential element in the overall financial stability of PCHS.

TO PERPETUATE OUR MISSION: Your support will enable us to continue to develop young men and women who are spiritually, intellectually, socially and morally mature by providing a disciplined  and nurturing college preparatory environment,
rooted in the Catholic tradition.

TO OFFER STUDENTS OPPORTUNITIES:  A strong Annual Fund will ensure that the Financial Aid program can continue to provide students a chance to receive a  PCHS education.

TO ENRICH THE STUDENTS’ EXPERIENCE:  Technological advancement, growth in programs and school enhancements are a few of the areas that benefit from the Annual Fund dollars.

How can I make a gift to the Annual Fund? 

OUTRIGHT GIFT: Receive a tax deduction in the current tax year and support PCHS at the same time with
your check, MasterCard or VISA.

MATCHING GIFTS: Check with your employer to see if they offer a matching gift program.  If so, include your matching
gift form with your gift.

MEMORIAL GIFTS: Your gift may be given in memory of a loved one or someone special to you.

PLEDGES: Donors considering a gift may make payments spread over time.

MULTI-YEAR GIFTS:  You can maximize your gift by making a multi-year commitment.

APPRECIATED SECURITIES: Gifts of stock, bonds and mutual funds that have appreciated in value enable many donors to reap additional benefits.  You will receive a tax deduction for the fair market value of the security on the day it is donated, avoiding capital gains on the appreciation value.

GIFTS FROM YOUR IRA: The Pension Protection Act of 2006 (PPA 2006) offers charitably minded individuals a golden opportunity to make gifts from their IRAs and exclude the amount of their gifts from gross income.  To qualify:

-          The donor must be 70 ½  years of age or older;

-          The transfers must go directly from the IRA to qualified charities;

-          Gifts cannot exceed $100,000 per tax year; and

-          Gifts must be outright (transfers to donor advised funds, support organizations, and charitable remainder trusts and for charitable gift annuities do not qualify)

This opportunity is available for 2006 & 2007, and no charitable income tax deduction is allowed.

BEQUESTS:  Remember PCHS in your will or estate plans.

ALUMNI CLASS GIFTS:  Contact you fellow alumni and organize a monetary class gift.  Information is available through
the Office of Advancement.

Please consider a giving circle most appropriate for your circumstances…and remember we are grateful for your support! 

Make checks payable to PCHS and mail to:

Peninsula Catholic High School
Office of Advancement
600 Harpersville Road
Newport News, VA  23606

MasterCard and VISA acceptance is also available.

Contact the Office of Advancement

757-596-7247 ext. 12

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or email directly to:

 Advancement Office

Please contact the Advancement Office at 596-7247 ext 12
or email advancement@peninsulacatholic.com

Marketing / Publications at 596-7247 ext 11
or email emurphy@peninsulacatholic.com