There are many ways to support St. Apollinaris School and assure we deliver on our mission to provide a Christ centered, faith-filled educational experience.
MERCY Fundraisers
The MERCY organization is obligated to generate $75,000 in general revenue toward the operating budget of the school. Any amount above this obligation may be used at the discretion of the Principal for targeted projects. MERCY events include the Walk-a-Thon, Golf Tournament, Crab Feed and Spring Event. See our Fundraising Calendar for more information.
Scrip Program
All families are asked to meet a $350 profit obligation using the Scrip program where participating retailers rebate a certain percentage of sales back to St. Apollinaris School. The program is available by purchasing paper “scrip” in our office or by using a variety of on-line scrip options to make our scrip goal of $70,000 in general revenue toward the operating budget of the school. See our Scrip Center for more information and forms.
Partnership in Education
The Partnership in Education Fund is an opportunity for parents to make a tax-deductible cash donation to the school for the difference between the cost of education and tuition charged. Monies raised will go toward the general revenue needed in the operating budget of the school. Our goal is 100% participation – every gift counts and we appreciate your support!
Blessed are the Children
Blessed are the Children is a quarterly parish campaign for the support of our school and the religious education program. The majority of these funds going to St. Apollinaris School will be earmarked as financial aid to make Catholic education more available in our community.
Private Giving
We are a qualified non-profit entity, and are happy to accept monetary donations to assist specific programs such as library development, athletics, religious studies, etc. and can assure our most sincere thanks for any gift or donation we receive.
Pledges
You may wish to make a commitment to St. Apollinaris payable over three to five years. This will allow you to give more generously over a period of time than would be possible through a single contribution.
Matching Gifts
A matching gift program is a corporate sponsored benefit that can double or even triple an employee’s gift to St. Apollinaris by matching his or her contribution. Check with your human resources office to find out if your company has a matching gift program. If your gift qualifies, please obtain a matching gift form from your employer to send along with your contribution.
Gifts In-Kind
Donations of goods relevant to our educational goals are welcome and appreciated.
Bequests
Remember St. Apollinaris in your will and create a lasting legacy at the School. Bequests may include an estate, a percentage of an estate or a specific cash amount.
If you are interested in learning more about these private giving opportunities, contact Anna Cardwell, 707.224.6585 or acardwell@stapollinaris.com and know that your help makes a difference!
