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Annual Appeal
The Annual Appeal is a yearly fundraising effort
to underwrite the development budget of Rome
Catholic School. It is the generous financial
support from our alumni, grandparents, and
friends that allow us to continue offering the
high academic standards long associated with a
Catholic Education.
Restricted Gifts
A restricted monetary gift made to the Annual
Appeal is given to support a specific department
or program in the school (e.g., Music, Art,
Technology, and Athletics).
Unrestricted Gifts
An unrestricted gift made to the Annual Appeal
is without specifications. These funds are used
at the discretion of RCS administration and
school board to address an immediate need or an
issue impacting students.
Matching Gift Funds
Nationwide more than 3,000 companies,
foundations, and organizations participate in a
“Matching Gift Program” for current and retired
employees. A donation made by an employee to
non-profit organizations such as Rome Catholic
is matched at no charge to the employee.
Most Human Resource Departments have information
and required program paperwork.
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Sponsor-A-Student Program (SAS)
A Catholic Education has a proven record of
academic excellence in an environment fostering
spiritual growth. The Syracuse Diocese
continuously strives to keep tuitions affordable
for the communities it serves, but due to the
increasing costs of health care, fuel, and
general operational expenses tuitions have
increased, which places a financial burden on
the diverse population served by Rome Catholic
School.
The Sponsor-A-Student Program (SAS), which is a
restricted donation for tuition aid, is an
opportunity to give the gift of a Catholic
Education to a child in financial need in a
family-centered environment that prepares them
to meet the challenges of today’s global
society. Full, ½, and ¼ year tuition sponsors
will remain anonymous, but will receive
quarterly academic reports about the student
they sponsor and two written correspondences
from the student. All students in the SAS
program are responsible for maintaining a “B” or
80% overall average or risk losing the
sponsorship.
General Gifts
General gifts in any amount restricted to the
SAS Program are greatly appreciated and
contribute to educating a child with financial
need.
To become a sponsor or if you have questions
about the Sponsor-A-Student Program at Rome
Catholic School contact Jennifer Balog,
Development Coordinator at 315-336-6190 ext.
2232 or
jbalog@syrdiocese.org.
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Rome Catholic School Endowment Fund
What is an Endowment?
An endowment fund is a permanent,
self-sustaining source of funding. Endowment
assets are invested and each year, a portion of
the value of the fund is paid out to support the
fund's purpose, and any earnings in excess of
this distribution are used to build the fund's
market value. An endowment fund can grow and
provide support for its designated purpose in
perpetuity. When you establish an endowment
fund, you create a permanent legacy of support
for Rome Catholic School.
Why does Rome Catholic School Need an Endowment?
An endowment is an investment in the school’s
future. It is established to provide for the
future financial stability of the school. It is
a visible sign of the community’s commitment to
Catholic education and the goal is to grow the
endowment over time so that each year, more
money is available to contribute to the school’s
budget and as the endowment grows so does Rome
Catholic School’s ability to carry on its
mission.
How is the Money Invested?
Rome Catholic School invests the funds with the
Syracuse Diocese. The Syracuse Diocese under
the direction of Rome Catholic School’s finance
committee oversees the management of the
investment. While the endowment is invested
with the Diocese, the proceeds are distributed
directly to Rome Catholic quarterly.
How can I financially support Rome Catholic
School’s Endowment?
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Remember the endowment in your will
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Name
the endowment fund a beneficiary of a life
insurance policy or IRA account
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Give
appreciated assets to the fund
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Donate
a charitable gift annuity
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Name
the endowment as the eventual beneficiary
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Brick by Brick Campaign
“Continuing Our Tradition
In 2002 the “Brick by Brick Capital Campaign”
was launched and the Giving Wall was erected in
the lobby of the school to honor or memorialize
individuals who lived or are living out the
mission of Catholic Schools. Funds donated to
the “Brick by Brick Campaign” help to preserve
the heritage of Catholic Schools in Rome.
A brick can be purchased for the Giving Wall for
one-thousand dollars though the Development
Office at 315-336-6190 ext. 2234.
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Gift Catalog
The
Rome Catholic School Gift Catalog is a “wish
list” of educational equipment and materials by
grade and department. A complete listing is
available on the school website
Gift
Catalog or to request a hard copy
contact the Development Office at 315-336-6190
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Gift of Prayer
A gift of prayer is a powerful act of sharing
with the Holy Father thoughts, feelings, and
graces for the school and we gain strength by
your daily prayers to fulfill the mission of
Rome Catholic.
Catholic
School Prayer
Eternal God
Bless all schools, colleges, and universities,
especially Rome Catholic School that they may be
lively centers for sound learning,
new discovery, and the pursuit of wisdom;
and grant that those who teach and those who
learn
may find you to be the source of all truth;
through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
For more information contact:
Development Office
800 Cypress Street
Rome, New York 13440
PH: 315-336-6190 ext. 2234
FAX: 315-336-6194
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