Donations FAQ

Why do we fundraise? How are the funds used?

What you give matters! Did you know that tuition only funds about 90% of the school’s operational budget each year? The 10% difference is sourced through our various fundraising efforts throughout the year. This includes our Titan Ticket program, and most importantly, our annual Auction which brings in over 75% of our revenue! All proceeds from these programs directly align with funds needed to minimize tuition increases, underwrite school improvements and operate enrichment programs such as Resource, Art, Music, Spanish, and Technology.

I know I’m encouraged to donate items, but can you remind me how that works?

Please consider donating an auction item to this year’s St. Theresa Auction. Your generous contribution of goods, services and experiences is essential to the success of our fundraising efforts, and all proceeds support our school’s operational budget, underwrite school improvements, and operate enrichment programs such as art, music, and technology. Your participation in supporting our event helps us make meaningful progress towards our revenue goal. Below are some auction ideas to get your creative juices flowing:

• Vacation Home Stays

• Hotel Stays

• Sports Tickets/Swag/Memorabilia

• Wine Tastings/Bottle Donations

• Golf/Country Club Passes

• Memberships – Zoo, Fairyland, etc.

• Theme Park Passes

• Airline Miles

• Spa Passes/Packages

• Movie or Concert Venue Passes

• Host a Party

Once you know what you would like to contribute to this year’s auction, please fill out our Auction Dues Commitment Form so we can collect information about your item and make sure you get credit towards your dues for your donation. Your auction donations are essential to our fundraising efforts, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.

How else can I contribute as a parent?

Each year, families are required to contribute $200 in dues to the auction. Auction dues can be fulfilled in four ways:

• Donate an auction item valued at $200 or more

• Donate $200 in cash by October 29th

• Host a pay-to-play party

• Sponsor the Auction or bring in a sponsorship

When is the auction and how can I prepare?

• August 19th – Start date for making your auction dues commitment

• September 30th – Early deadline to submit your auction dues commitment, and receive (1) free dress pass!

• October 29th – Final deadline to submit your auction item

• November 11th – Silent Auction opens featuring your donations!

• November 16th – Auction Event kicks off featuring your donations!