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Most of you know about and are involved in the school's Parent Pledge Program.
This initiative is the most successful of all our fundraising programs, due in part
because of the extreme loyalty and commitment our parents show to the school and
its students. So much of what we do on a daily basis for your children would not
be possible without the support received through this program so we thank you for
your generosity. Below, you can find answers to some of your questions about the
Parent Pledge Program. In addition, I'd like to mention that you can click on "Parents"
on the school's main home page to connect to a more intensive site that was developed
especially for you-- Ignatius parents-- which includes pertinent information about
the Parents' Organization, school calendars, parent-teacher conferences, and more.
Again, my thanks. If you have any further questions about the Parent Pledge Program,
please feel free to contact me any time at (312) 432-8404 or
alice.luzzi@ignatius.org.
Alice Luzzi
Parent Relations Manager
PARENT PLEDGE FAQ
What is the Parent Pledge?
A parent pledge is a contribution over and above tuition and fees, asked
of all Saint Ignatius College Prep parents each year to help cover the annual deficit
(i.e. annual operating expenses).
Why does the school ask current parents to help make up this difference?
We ask current parents to be primarily responsible for the costs of annual
operating expenses since their children are the primary beneficiaries of all the
school’s programs. We also recognize and celebrate the socioeconomic diversity of
the Saint Ignatius College Prep community and, as a result, we make an effort to
keep tuition affordable for as many families as possible. To the extent possible,
generous parental support over and above the cost of tuition allows the school to
pay for normal, educational operating expenses.
What exactly does Saint Ignatius College Prep expect from parents in the program?
Each family should make a fair and specific pledge commitment by July 1
so that the school knows what to expect in contributions to help balance the budget.
Fulfillment of that pledge by May 1 is appreciated, unless some significant hardship
precludes you from doing so. In those cases, all we ask for is honest communication
about your challenges.
How do I meet the pledge?
You can meet your pledge in several different ways:
- The annual auction in March. You can purchase senior tributes, raffle tickets, sponsorships
or items at the auction and all those will be credited to your pledge. Note that
items you donate and admission costs will NOT be credited to your pledge.
- Make an outright gift to the school. We accept cash, credit cards (Visa, MasterCard
and American Express) as well as gifts of stock. Please note that gifts of goods
and services will NOT be credited to your pledge since cash is required to balance
the school budget. However, gifts of this sort are listed in your family’s gift
record and are gratefully received.
- Friends and family may make outright gifts or auction purchases and credit them to your pledge.
Do Matching Gifts Count?
Matching gift companies prohibit us from using matching gift checks to
pay off personal pledges. However, matching gifts received will be credited to your
giving and will be reflected in the school's Annual Report. If your employer
will match your gift, a matching gift form must be filled in and signed by the donor.
How do I know when my pledge is complete?
We will update you on the balance of your pledge after any monetary gift
is made or after credit is applied in another way.
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