Annual Fund
What is the Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund exists to raise money for The Kessler School's annual operating budget.
What are the Goals of the Annual Fund?
The Goals of the Annual Fund are:
- 100% parent participation
- raising $40,000 for the 2010-2011 school year
Doesn't Tuition Cover the Cost of Operating the School?
Tuition alone does not cover the cost of providing the outstanding educational experience that we value so highly at The Kessler School. As with most private schools, charitable donations are needed to sustain daily operations, cover unforeseen emergencies, and pay for special needs.
How is the Operating Budget Met at The Kessler School?
The Kessler School's annual operating budget is funded by:
- Student enrollment tuition
- PTO fundraising events
- Other fees (i.e. enrollment, supply, summer camp, etc.)
- The Annual Fund
Why Not Just Charge the Full Tuition Cost Instead of Having the Annual Fund?
Relying on fundraising to cover a portion of The Kessler School's operating expenses allows the school to keep tuition reasonable while offering parents the ability to make a tax-deductible donation towards our children's education. Most private schools use this approach to keep tuition competitive.
When Can I Give to the Annual Fund?
The campaign is from August 2010 through May 1, 2011. The Kessler School welcomes contributions throughout the campaign period and The Kessler School always welcomes financial support any time of the year. Most contributions are tax-deductible. Immediately submit your Annual Fund pledge cards. The deadline to pay your pledged amount is May 1, 2011.
How do I Give to the Annual Fund?
Giving to the Annual Fund starts with the completion of the pledge card attached to this brochure. There are several payment options:
- Pay your pledge with a check or credit card at The Kessler School office
- Pay online using the Donate button on this page
- Set-up an easy installment plan payment through your FACTS account
- Matching gifts are also welcome! Talk to your employer about donating to The Kessler School's Annual Fund
What Should I Give?
No gift is too small and all gifts count towards the Annual Fund's goals of 100% parent participation and raising $40,000. The Kessler School encourages parents to consider a gift amount equaling 10% of your child's tuition.
Donate Online
We accept online donations via PayPal. Credit cards and debit cards are accepted. Click the Donate button to the right.
Download Brochure
Download our Annual Fund Brochure (Adobe Acrobat PDF)