The Holy Rosary School Annual Fund

Holy Rosary School has been delivering excellence in education since 1913. In order to sustain this excellence, the school relies on support from alumni, parents and friends to meet its operating needs each year and bridge the gap between tuition charged and the actual cost to educate a child.

As we head into our Centennial Year, 2013-2014, the School Commission has established an Annual Fund goal of $200,000 with 100% participation from enrolled families. We need the full participation of the Holy Rosary School community and beyond to not only meet, and hopefully exceed this goal.

The Annual Fund drive is the cornerstone of the school’s fundraising efforts. It is vitally important to the school’s ability to meet operating costs and balance the budget. Gifts to the Annual Fund provide unrestricted monies to help fill the gap that tuition alone does not cover.

Others in the community including Holy Rosary parishioners, Holy Rosary School Alumni, and Holy Rosary School grandparents made generous contributions as well. We are very grateful for each and every one of these gifts.

Recognizing that you may not be fully aware of what the Annual Fund is and its importance and impact on our school, we offer the following FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund is a yearly giving campaign that supports general operating expenses, including compensating our teachers at a just and equitable salary, facilities, financial aid, and continuously improving the learning opportunities for our students.
Why give to the Annual Fund?
The Holy Rosary School’s Annual Fund is an essential source of funds for the school. Each year we ask all members of Holy Rosary School community to consider a gift to the Annual Fund so we can ensure that our students receive the best possible education.
Why is the percentage of parent participation so important?
When we apply for grants as a non-profit institution, the percentage of constituents’ participation is taken under consideration. The greater the participation, the greater chance we have of receiving grants. Over 90% of our families participated this year (2013-2014).
Why do we ask for contributions when families already pay tuition?
While tuition does cover a significant portion of the cost of a Holy Rosary School education for each child, it does not cover it all. The difference between tuition and the cost of educating a student is over $2,000 per child.
Is the Annual Fund the same as the Endowment fund?
No, the Annual Fund covers operating expenses and is used in its entirety each year. The Endowment Fund uses donations to add to its principal balance with a percentage of the earnings returned to the school each year to support our financial aid program.

Donating to the Annual Fund

If you have further questions about the Annual Fund, please contact Kamila Kennedy, Development Director.