What is the
Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund is a yearly
appeal for donations to support the current operations of our school. These
gifts help enhance the day-to-day life of every student and faculty members
by supporting a variety of programs, including academics, faculty
development, technology, music programs and fine arts, athletics,
maintenance of school facilities and the library. Annual Fund monies are
raised and spent within the same fiscal year.
What is the
purpose of the Annual Fund?
In order to make a Holy Rosary
education accessible to as many students as possible, we do not charge the
full amount that it costs to educate a student. Only part of the operating
expenses are covered by tuition revenue. Therefore, we rely each year on
unrestricted gifts from parents, relatives, friends and alumni to make up
the difference.
Why is it
important to give?
Everyone’s participation is
critical. Your gift, regardless of size, signifies your commitment and
dedication to Holy Rosary Catholic School and its mission. Also, a high
participation percentage among parents and alumni helps us successfully
solicit grants from foundations and other sources of revenue.
How can I make
my gift to the Annual Fund?
Gifts can be made in several
ways:
Cash: Gifts of cash are
the most common forms of support. Checks should be made payable to “Holy
Rosary Catholic School” and sent directly to the Principal or Development
Office, PO Box 40, Larose, LA 70373.
Credit Cards: Credit
Cards donations are accepted. The school must be contacted to initiate
and inform you of terms for payment. Please contact the bookkeeper at
985-693-3342 for more information.
Monthly or Quarterly
Donations: Pledges may be spread throughout the year on a monthly
basis. Upon request, the school will send reply envelopes through the
Good News for Parents, HRCS’ monthly newsletter. Reply envelopes
are also sent through the HRCS Quarterly Newsletter for Quarterly
Donations.
Can I match my
gift?
Hundreds of organizations match
charitable gifts of employees. Please check with your employer to see if
they will match your gift and mail in the appropriate form to Holy Rosary
Catholic School along with your gift. Last year our school received several
employers’ matching donations. The process is simple and the money it
generates greatly benefits the Annual Fund program.
When can
gifts be made to the Annual Fund?
Although
Annual Fund gifts will be accepted anytime during the year, the current fund
year begins on July 1 and ends June 30. Early gifts and pledges reduce
mailings and overhead costs, saving Annual Fund dollars for use in academic
and other programs.
End of Year Review
