The Annual Fund
All Saints Cathedral School’s Annual Fund Campaign is the school’s most important giving priority. Gifts to the Annual Fund directly support our educational commitment to provide a diverse and faith-based education with high standards of excellence. Gifts support all aspects of our school budget including, but not limited to, teacher professional development, technology, music, curriculum, athletics, the arts and support of enhancement and enrichment programs for students and staff. While tuition and fees cover most of the costs of educating students at All Saints Cathedral School, the Annual Fund supports almost 13% of the school’s annual budget.
ANNUAL FUND FAQS
How will the Annual Fund help us accomplish our strategic goals?
It's because you give to the Annual Fund that the value of an All Saints Cathedral School’s education significantly transcends what our families pay for the same.
Your gifts to the Annual Fund are helping to plant the seeds for the future of All Saints Cathedral School. It is critical that we show strong support of the Annual Fund from those closest to the school. A successful annual fund will be one of those first questions asked by partners who want to ensure that our parents support the mission of the school. When approached for significant investment in the school’s capital projects and campaign, outside constituents will ask some basic questions about the school’s track record of success.
What does the Annual Fund pay for?
The Annual Fund helps pay for everything that makes All Saints Cathedral School unique. As in all established independent schools, there is a gap between what is funded by tuition and fees and what it actually costs to educate our students. The amount of this gap varies by school; at All Saints Cathedral School we rely on the Annual Fund to support approximately 13% of our school’s budget. These unrestricted annual fund gifts provide for professional development, technology, music, arts, athletics, curricula enhancement and enrichment programs and other creative approaches to learning.
This year, we have invested in some specific efforts that would not have been possible without the success of the Annual Fund. They included physical plant restoration and renovation projects, furniture replacement, integrating technology into our curriculum to meet the needs of our students by providing online support in Mathematics, professional development for our teachers, and technology purchases such as iPads and whiteboards.
Want to support a specific program or cause? If a family is interested in making a restricted gift, they should contact the Development Office to discuss available options. Restricted gifts provide opportunities for parents, grandparents and the community to support specific projects at All Saints Cathedral School. Nevertheless, we want everyone to realize that our first and most important priority is ensuring the Annual Fund is fully supported.
Why can’t you just raise tuition to cover the difference?
All Saints Cathedral School has a long-standing tradition of aiming to be ‘affordable’ for a working family in St. Thomas. While the term ‘affordable’ may be relative, we believe that any large increases in tuition may inhibit the retention and admission of a student body which represents the diverse learning environment that helps our students thrive.
Donations and gifts to the Annual Fund assist with keeping tuition affordable and provide a mechanism for All Saints Cathedral School to support those in need of assistance.
What did the school raise in the 2018-19 school year?
Last year, the All Saints Cathedral School’s community was very generous. The Annual Fund, through direct gifts, staff and board campaigns, special events, sale of paraphernalia, raffles, ASCS license plates, grants and foundations awards, raised approximately $461,247.00. Faculty/Staff was participation was 92%.
What is our 2019-20 Goal?
Our 2019-20 Annual Acorn Fund has both a participation and a financial goal. We seek 100% parent, board and faculty participation to raise $400,000 in financial support. It cannot be stressed enough that participation by all community members is essential, and every gift in any size makes a difference in students' lives. High participation in the Annul Fund is a vote of confidence to members of the All Saints Cathedral School community, a vote of confidence to foundations, prospective families, job candidates, and increases the likelihood of the school raising more money from grants and corporate gifts.
How do I decide what amount to give?
The only gift too small is no gift at all.
There is not a ‘one size fits all’ answer to this question. Everyone should give to the best of their ability. While participation is important, we hope our parents and board members will consider an increased gift over that provided last year. It is that extra “stretch” that ensures we meet and exceed our expectations.
Is it worth it to give a small gift?
Yes! Gifts of $100 or less to last year’s Annual Fund totaled more than $32,000. As stated before -The only gift that is too small is no gift at all.
It's because you give to the Annual Fund that the value of an All Saints Cathedral School’s education significantly transcends what our families pay for the same.
Your gifts to the Annual Fund are helping to plant the seeds for the future of All Saints Cathedral School. It is critical that we show strong support of the Annual Fund from those closest to the school. A successful annual fund will be one of those first questions asked by partners who want to ensure that our parents support the mission of the school. When approached for significant investment in the school’s capital projects and campaign, outside constituents will ask some basic questions about the school’s track record of success.
What does the Annual Fund pay for?
The Annual Fund helps pay for everything that makes All Saints Cathedral School unique. As in all established independent schools, there is a gap between what is funded by tuition and fees and what it actually costs to educate our students. The amount of this gap varies by school; at All Saints Cathedral School we rely on the Annual Fund to support approximately 13% of our school’s budget. These unrestricted annual fund gifts provide for professional development, technology, music, arts, athletics, curricula enhancement and enrichment programs and other creative approaches to learning.
This year, we have invested in some specific efforts that would not have been possible without the success of the Annual Fund. They included physical plant restoration and renovation projects, furniture replacement, integrating technology into our curriculum to meet the needs of our students by providing online support in Mathematics, professional development for our teachers, and technology purchases such as iPads and whiteboards.
Want to support a specific program or cause? If a family is interested in making a restricted gift, they should contact the Development Office to discuss available options. Restricted gifts provide opportunities for parents, grandparents and the community to support specific projects at All Saints Cathedral School. Nevertheless, we want everyone to realize that our first and most important priority is ensuring the Annual Fund is fully supported.
Why can’t you just raise tuition to cover the difference?
All Saints Cathedral School has a long-standing tradition of aiming to be ‘affordable’ for a working family in St. Thomas. While the term ‘affordable’ may be relative, we believe that any large increases in tuition may inhibit the retention and admission of a student body which represents the diverse learning environment that helps our students thrive.
Donations and gifts to the Annual Fund assist with keeping tuition affordable and provide a mechanism for All Saints Cathedral School to support those in need of assistance.
What did the school raise in the 2018-19 school year?
Last year, the All Saints Cathedral School’s community was very generous. The Annual Fund, through direct gifts, staff and board campaigns, special events, sale of paraphernalia, raffles, ASCS license plates, grants and foundations awards, raised approximately $461,247.00. Faculty/Staff was participation was 92%.
What is our 2019-20 Goal?
Our 2019-20 Annual Acorn Fund has both a participation and a financial goal. We seek 100% parent, board and faculty participation to raise $400,000 in financial support. It cannot be stressed enough that participation by all community members is essential, and every gift in any size makes a difference in students' lives. High participation in the Annul Fund is a vote of confidence to members of the All Saints Cathedral School community, a vote of confidence to foundations, prospective families, job candidates, and increases the likelihood of the school raising more money from grants and corporate gifts.
How do I decide what amount to give?
The only gift too small is no gift at all.
There is not a ‘one size fits all’ answer to this question. Everyone should give to the best of their ability. While participation is important, we hope our parents and board members will consider an increased gift over that provided last year. It is that extra “stretch” that ensures we meet and exceed our expectations.
Is it worth it to give a small gift?
Yes! Gifts of $100 or less to last year’s Annual Fund totaled more than $32,000. As stated before -The only gift that is too small is no gift at all.
Ways to Give
Giving is easy. Make your gift online with a credit card, or mail a check marked Annual Fund to All Saints Cathedral School, PO Box 308, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands 00804. Or, drop your check off with the school receptionist or the Development Office. You can also make a gift by credit card by phoning the school.
Be sure to ask your employer about corporate matching gifts; you could double the impact of your gift! If your contribution is matched, you will be recognized for the value of your gift plus any match. Parents can also consider a transfer of securities - gifts of stock, real estate and other personal property may net an income tax deduction for full fair market value.
The Development Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm for your convenience. Weekend appointments are also available with advance notice.
Want to make a Stock gift?
Contact Ardrina Scott Elliott at 340-774-0231 ext. 307.
All gifts or pledges must be paid by June 30 of each year.
Be sure to ask your employer about corporate matching gifts; you could double the impact of your gift! If your contribution is matched, you will be recognized for the value of your gift plus any match. Parents can also consider a transfer of securities - gifts of stock, real estate and other personal property may net an income tax deduction for full fair market value.
The Development Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm for your convenience. Weekend appointments are also available with advance notice.
Want to make a Stock gift?
Contact Ardrina Scott Elliott at 340-774-0231 ext. 307.
All gifts or pledges must be paid by June 30 of each year.
Special Campaigns
Louise S. Brady Endowment
In Tribute….For Serving All Saints Cathedral School 1952 -2008
Mrs. Louise S. Brady was an integral part of the All Saints Cathedral School’s legacy. In memory of Mrs. Brady’s continued effort to improve and build All Saints Cathedral’s School’s ‘place’ in the academic fabric of the territory. This restricted fund, has the sole purpose of awarding presidential scholarships. Scholarships will be made to recruit new talent and acknowledge current students achieving academic merit.
Please make your gift today. Contributions will be held in trust until the corpus is reached. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
All donations should reflect the “Louise S. Brady Endowed Scholarship Fund” on the memo line.
ASCS License Plates
Please visit or contact the school to get your plates today. They are sold at $50.00 for a set of two, and have been approved for use by the VI Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Current numbers range from 1 -250. See the gallery for a picture.
ASCS Cardow Watch
The watches are in! Get yours today, at a discounted rate of $175.00 (a savings of $50.00) when purchased at the school.
VIKINGS Store
Cotton hooded jackets, Nylon hood raincoats, lunch boxes, padfolios, car magnets, etc. Visit the school store today.
Adopt a Classroom
Our teachers and Students need your support! From Jr. K thru grade 12, adopted a class is a way for you to have a significant impact within our school community.
Hurricane Relief/Furniture and Books Replacement Fund
The work continues… we are still in need of desks, chairs, books, and other supplies destroyed by hurricanes Irma and Maria.
In Tribute….For Serving All Saints Cathedral School 1952 -2008
Mrs. Louise S. Brady was an integral part of the All Saints Cathedral School’s legacy. In memory of Mrs. Brady’s continued effort to improve and build All Saints Cathedral’s School’s ‘place’ in the academic fabric of the territory. This restricted fund, has the sole purpose of awarding presidential scholarships. Scholarships will be made to recruit new talent and acknowledge current students achieving academic merit.
Please make your gift today. Contributions will be held in trust until the corpus is reached. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
All donations should reflect the “Louise S. Brady Endowed Scholarship Fund” on the memo line.
ASCS License Plates
Please visit or contact the school to get your plates today. They are sold at $50.00 for a set of two, and have been approved for use by the VI Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Current numbers range from 1 -250. See the gallery for a picture.
ASCS Cardow Watch
The watches are in! Get yours today, at a discounted rate of $175.00 (a savings of $50.00) when purchased at the school.
VIKINGS Store
Cotton hooded jackets, Nylon hood raincoats, lunch boxes, padfolios, car magnets, etc. Visit the school store today.
Adopt a Classroom
Our teachers and Students need your support! From Jr. K thru grade 12, adopted a class is a way for you to have a significant impact within our school community.
Hurricane Relief/Furniture and Books Replacement Fund
The work continues… we are still in need of desks, chairs, books, and other supplies destroyed by hurricanes Irma and Maria.
Volunteer Opportunities
Parent volunteers play a major part in the success of All Saints Cathedral School and our fundraising efforts. Please consider one of the following areas, which best suits your interest and availability, to serve as a volunteer.
ANNUAL FUND COMMITTEE
The Annual Fund Committee is essential in supporting and strengthening our culture of philanthropy at the school. The Annual Fund plays a vital role as All Saints Cathedral School’s primary yearly fundraising program, and our goal is to reach 100% participation from current parents, as well as faculty, staff, and board members. If you would like to join the Development Team and help lead the fundraising effort for your child’s class, please contact Ardrina Scott Elliott, Director of Development ([email protected]).
Fall: Run With the Vikings
Early Spring: Annual International Gala*
Late Spring: Sliders Showdown
*ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL GALA COMMITTEE
The Annual International Gala is the largest fundraising event of the year. There are several ways to be involved, to include selling ads for the event booklet, securing item donations for the silent and live auctions, sponsorships, event planning, and writing thank you notes. You can become a member of the Annual International Gala Committee by contacting the Development office.
ANNUAL FUND COMMITTEE
The Annual Fund Committee is essential in supporting and strengthening our culture of philanthropy at the school. The Annual Fund plays a vital role as All Saints Cathedral School’s primary yearly fundraising program, and our goal is to reach 100% participation from current parents, as well as faculty, staff, and board members. If you would like to join the Development Team and help lead the fundraising effort for your child’s class, please contact Ardrina Scott Elliott, Director of Development ([email protected]).
- Attend a kick-off celebration to meet other committee members and learn about the year’s annual fund campaign.
- Assist the Development Team by motivating fellow parents to support the Annual Fund.
- Work with Development Team to develop a strategy for increased gifts and participation for your grade level.
- Educate families on the necessity of the Annual Fund.
- Monitor class progress and generate enthusiasm within grade level.
- Assist with a phone and email follow-ups.
- Participate in the thanking process.
Fall: Run With the Vikings
Early Spring: Annual International Gala*
Late Spring: Sliders Showdown
*ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL GALA COMMITTEE
The Annual International Gala is the largest fundraising event of the year. There are several ways to be involved, to include selling ads for the event booklet, securing item donations for the silent and live auctions, sponsorships, event planning, and writing thank you notes. You can become a member of the Annual International Gala Committee by contacting the Development office.
- Be a part of the Sponsorship Committee and secure corporate and individual sponsorships for the event.
- Work with event leadership to plan and coordinate event logistics.
- Assist with planning and executing a marketing plan.
- Be a catalog editor and spend time reading and editing the event booklet proof.
- Solicit auction items from new and previous donors.
- Participate in the thanking process with handwritten notes
- Assist with auction setup, item display, and photography.
