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On Your Marks... Set... GO!
The 2012-2013 Annual Fund Campaign is underway, and we are delighted to announce that Susu and Whit Kellam, current EHS parents, are serving as our Chair Family for this year's campaign. The Kellam’s joined the Episcopal community in 2007 when their oldest son, Polk, now an 11th grader, began at EHS. Elliott followed last year, and is a 7thgrader. We are thrilled to have Susu and Whit serve in this important leadership role. They have an outstanding team of volunteers laying the groundwork to ensure that the strong tradition of annual giving continues at Episcopal.
The Campaign Goal
The 2012-2013 Annual Fund Campaign goal has been set at $700,000. As in the past, funds for this year's campaign will first be directed to support the EHS general operating budget -- those unfunded priorities that create what is known as the "gap". This gap is a representation of the difference between our tuition/fees and the actual per student cost. At EHS this calculates to $1,370 per student or a total gap of $1.2 million for this academic year. This gap is filled by gifts to the Annual Fund Campaign and other fundraising initiatives, as well as income from the endowment.
Through this year's campaign we also have the wonderful opportunity to honor our own Coach Claney Duplechin for his 34 years of incredible service to EHS. We will do this by creating "The Coach Dupe Trail". The plan includes creating a premier cross country trail which will be used by every student at EHS. From physical education classes to athletic training, the 3/4 mile, timber-lined and mulch surfaced path will be utilized by gym classes as well as athletic teams. The trail will not only contribute to our students' physical well-being but will also serve to enhance the entire athletic program at EHS.
Naming opportunities have been identified along the cross country trail for those donors who wish to commit $10,000 or more to the Annual Fund Campaign. In addition, donors who contribute $2,500 or more will have the opportunity to be recognized on signage at the trailhead.
Campaign participation is off to a great start with 100% commitments from our Board of Trustees and all full-time faculty and staff. Won't you join them?
To make an online pledge or contribution to the 2012-2013 Annual Fund Campaign, click here.
If you have any questions about the Annual Fund Campaign, please contact Dee Harvill, Director of Development at 225.755.2712 or via e-mail at harvilld@ehsbr.org. |
2012-2013 Annual Fund Committee
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Annual Fund Campaign Chairs
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Susu and Whit Kellam
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Board of Trustees Campaign Chairs
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Gordon LeBlanc '78 and
Jay Noland '89
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Leadership Giving Chairs
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Linda and Mark Posner
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Past Parent Division Chair
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Kathy and Richard Chauvin '72
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Grandparent Division Chairs
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Sue and Elliott Laudeman
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Alumni Chair
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Margaret Falgout '82
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New Families Chairs
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Rachel and Paul Garrett '89
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Development Committee Chair
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Jay Noland '89
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Division Chair (Pre-K to Grade 2)
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Tracy Streuli
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Pre-K
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Rachel Garrett '89
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Kindergarten
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Bridgette Coleman
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1st Grade
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Jennifer Melancon
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2nd Grade
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Kelli Pennington
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Division Chair (Grades 3 to 5)
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Jennifer Gregoire
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3rd Grade
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Doug Clark
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4th Grade
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Mary Sue Knight
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5th Grade
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Candy Be
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Division Chair (Middle School)
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Aimee Broussard '85
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6th Grade
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Rachelle Cope
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7th Grade
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Deane Frazier '82
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8th Grade
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Mary Boutwell
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Division Chair (Upper School)
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Michele Williams
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9th Grade
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DeAnne Murrey
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10th Grade
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Brigette Castine
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11th Grade
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Robin Kilpatrick '79
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12th Grade
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Janel Chapman
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Faculty and Staff Chairs
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Lower School
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Casey Burley and Heather Harpole
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Middle School
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Eddie Cole
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Upper School
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Kathy Morden
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Staff
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Aloma Dias
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| | On Your Marks... Set... Go FOUNDERS' CIRCLE - $25,000 or More
WEBSTER SOCIETY - $10,000-$24,999
TRUSTEES' CIRCLE - $5,000-$9,999
EPISCOPAL FELLOWS - $3,000-$4,999
ASSOCIATES - $2,000-$2,999
KNIGHTS - $750-$1,999
BLUE AND GOLD STEWARDS - $250-$749
FRIENDS - Up to $249
YOUNG ALUMNI LEADERS - $100 or more (Classes 2003-2012)
All donors at the Associates' level and above will receive an invitation to the Associates' Dinner, which will be held in 2013.
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Frequently Asked Questions | Q. | Why does EHS ask for philanthropic support in addition to tuition and fees? | | A. | Tuition doesn’t cover the full cost of educating each student, and gifts from the EHS community help make up the difference. The gap of $1.2 million, or about $1,370 per student, is filled by gifts to the Annual Fund and other fundraising initiatives, as well as income from the endowment. EHS relies on the generosity of its current families, past parents, grandparents, alumni and friends to ensure Episcopal remains an extraordinary place for exceptional students. |
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| Q. | Why doesn’t the Board set tuition to cover all costs and eliminate the Annual Fund Campaign? | | A. | EHS trustees and administrators recognize the sacrifices that families make to offer their children a high-quality education and strive to keep tuition costs as low as possible. If tuition were raised to meet all of the school’s needs, each family would pay a considerable amount more per year. This would result in smaller enrollment and a cutback in programs.
Strong independent schools leverage charitable donations to extend and improve programing. EHS is an incorporated nonprofit organization so it can seek charitable contributions. Annual Fund gifts are tax-deductible; tuition, of course, is not—this is a benefit to our families |
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| Q. | Why is participation so important? | | A. | The school’s financial strength is dependent upon the participation of all members of its constituency. Your participation generates enthusiasm and encourages others to join you in supporting the school, and is a key indicator to foundation and corporate donors that we have consistent support from those we serve, both past and present. |
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| Q. | How do I know how much to give? | | A. | We ask our community members to support the Annual Fund to the best of their ability. If everyone gives to the best of their ability, we will more than exceed our goal for this year. We hope you will thoughtfully consider what is best for your household – placing EHS near the top of your philanthropic priorities – and choose to give at that level. |
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| Q. | Are Annual Fund contributions tax-deductible? | | A. | Yes. All contributions to the Annual Fund are 100% tax-deductible. |
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| Q. | What is the timeframe that pledges can be paid? | | A. | Annual Fund Campaign pledges can be paid through June 30, 2013. |
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| Q. | How can contributions be made? | | A. | Contributions can be made via cash, check, credit card, or stock. Online giving is available at www.ehsbr.org/giving. |
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| Q. | Does EHS accept matching gifts? | | A. | EHS accepts and encourages matching gifts. Please contact your employer to determine if your company offers a matching gift program. |
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| Q. | What if I can't make a large contribution? | | A. | Participation is critical to our campaign success! It’s not how much you give, but that you give at a level meaningful to you and your family. |
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