While our school works diligently to avoid excess, tuition does not cover annual expenses.  The Annual Fund is a benefit designed to generate the money necessary to support our school.  It is because of this fund that we are able to keep increasing salaries and make Pope John XXIII teachers among the highest paid in private schools. 

From the Board:

Q:      What amount is the school asking of each family in the “Be an Angel”
          Annual Fund?
A:      Each year, the Finance Department will decide what figure to ask every family to
          consider giving.  Knowing that some families will be unable to contribute the
          amount being asked of them, the school is encouraging all able families to
          consider an amount in excess of what is being asked.

Q:      Why is there an Annual Fund?
A:      Like all private schools, there is a charitable component to the school’s income.
          It is hoped that there will be 100% family participation.

Q:      What if I can’t pay all at once?
A:      Please pay in the manner that is comfortable for you.  The school can bill monthly,
          quarterly, or however you prefer.

Q:      When do I need to pay?
A:      We are asking that all monies be turned in by July 31^st of the following year as
          that closes the fiscal year for our school.  Essentially, there are ten months to fulfill
          your pledge.

Q:      Is my gift tax-deductible?
A:      Yes.

Q:      How is this different from Family Commitment?
A:      The Family Commitment is required and the Annual Fund is voluntary.  Family
          Commitment is a portion of tuition that can be worked off through school
          sponsored events like our GALA.