Bishop Hendricken High School

Advancement Project

Annual Fund

Calendar Drive

Fashion Show

Golf Tournament

Hawk Insider

Parents' Council

Planned Giving

Take A Seat

Volunteer

2011-12 Annual Report

2012-13 Annual Fund

'12-'13 Annual Fund Introduction Letter

Mission Statement, Testimonials

Gift Opportunities, Pledge Card

Q. What is the Bishop Hendricken Annual Fund?
A. The Annual Fund is the foundation of Bishop Hendricken's fundraising efforts. Annual Fund dollars are unrestricted funds, which directly support the school's operating budget. Approximately 4% of Bishop Hendricken's budget is provided for by gifts from alumni, parents, parents of alumni, grandparents, students, faculty, staff and friends.

Q. Why does Bishop Hendricken need an Annual Fund?
A. A growing Annual Fund is critical to the school's financial health. Tuition dollars do not fully support the actual cost of educating a Bishop Hendricken student. Like every private or Catholic school, Hendricken needs unrestricted support from its constituents to close the gap between the income we receive from tuition and the actual cost of a Bishop Hendricken education, which helps us keep tuition affordable for all.

Q. Why is my participation important?
A. Bishop Hendricken relies on your support of the Annual Fund each year. Your gift has an immediate impact on the educational experience of the 960 young men enrolled at Bishop Hendricken. In addition, the participation of those closest to Bishop Hendricken is an important indicator of the strength of our school to prospective families and peer schools.

Q. What does my Annual Fund gift support?
A. Every aspect of Bishop Hendricken campus life, including:

Tuition Assistance
Classroom and Laboratory Enhancements
Campus Ministry Retreats
Options Program
Student Mission Trips
Arts Programs
Athletics Facilities and Equipment
Faculty Professionl Development
Technology Upgrades
Library Acquisitions

Q. Can I pledge now and make my payments over time?
A. Yes. The Bishop Hendricken Annual Fund year ends each June 30, and pledges should be fulfilled before then. You can also elect to pay in installments. Remember, to gain maximum dedcution for income tax purposes, full payments must be received before December 31. All gifts to the Annual Fund are tax deductible.

Q. How much should I give to Bishop Hendricken?
A. Given the importance of the Annual Fund to the pursuit of academic excellence at Bishop Hendricken, we ask that you make as generous and meaningful a contribution as you can. Gifts of any size can make a significant impact at Hendricken, and we hope you will consider making the school a priority in your charitable giving.