The Fund for Holy Child

Donors at every level are greatly appreciated. All gifts to the Fund for Holy Child are listed in the Annual Report. Donors of $1,500* or more are part of the Leadership Council and invited to the Leadership Reception each spring. Donors of $5,000** or more are part of the Mayfield Society and invited to the Head of School Recognition Dinner each fall.

The Fund for Holy Child Giving Circles:

Holy Child Young Alumnae (within 20 years of graduation) may join the Mayfield Society with a gift of $1,500+.

1. What is the Fund for Holy Child?

The Fund for Holy Child is money for the school’s operating expenses during a given fiscal year. Holy Child’s fiscal year is July 1 – June 30. Gifts to the Fund for Holy Child make up the difference between what tuition covers and the actual cost of running the school. Such gifts are unrestricted and almost never spent on items outside the operating budget. The Fund’s practical equivalent is a checking account that helps the school accomplish its daily work.

2. Why give to the Fund for Holy Child when my family is already paying tuition?

Gifts to the Fund support the people and programs that make Holy Child so special. This means talented teachers, small classes, instructional resources, educational technology, and accommodations for unique learning styles. Gifts are necessary because tuition doesn’t cover all the opportunities your daughter receives.

3. What is a leadership gift?

Leadership gifts are large donations that set the pace for giving at an early stage of an annual giving campaign – although they may arrive at any time. These gifts get a campaign off to a strong start and set an example of generosity for the entire community. Gifts of $1,500+ are considered leadership level at Holy Child.

4. Why does participation matter?

High participation is a huge vote of confidence, and an important sign that all key stakeholders support Holy Child’s mission. This percentage can also have an impact on gifts from outside sources; most foundations consider parent participation rates before donating funds to a school. We are proud to share that on an annual basis 100% of our Board, Faculty, and Staff make gifts to the Fund.

5. How do I make a gift?

The easiest and fastest way is to give via our secure online giving page. Or visit Ways to Give to learn more.

2021-22 Annual Fund Parent Chairs: Dory & Chad Clark (Claiborne '23)

6th Grade Representatives: Bronwen & Daniel Naude (Madeleine ‘23, Lulie '28)

7th Grade Representatives: Liz & Colin Dobbins (Cate ‘27), Aimee & Al Dominick (Evvie ‘27)

8th Grade Representatives: Alison & Dave Weeda (Isabelle '21, Jocelyn ’26)

9th Grade Representatives: Kathy & Jim Flannery (Libby ‘25), Cindy & Mark Derrick (Jordan '20, Ashley ’25)

10th Grade Representatives: Erin & Alex Bryer (Ridgely ‘24), Chrissy & Steve Summers (Haley '22, Morgan ’24), Caroline & Matt Carroccio (Elizabeth ‘24)

11th Grade Representatives: Dory & Chad Clark (Claiborne ‘23), Christina & Stephen Grimberg (Molly ‘23)

12th Grade Representatives: Kelly & Thad Bingel (Hogan ‘22), Tamara & George Kucik (Meredith '17, Jules ’22)

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