Please Give the Gift of Education
and Support the FSA Annual Fund
We'd Love to Hear From You!
In this wonderful season of giving, I kindly ask that you please consider making a tax-deductible gift to our Annual Fund. You can even make a gift in honor/memory of someone you love! We have created a variety of special, limited-edition FSAPS holiday e-cards that can be shared with that special someone. A sample is below.
- Addition of a Greenhouse
- Addition of a Genius Lab/Maker's Space
- Expansion of our Athletics Program
- Expansion of our Performing Arts Program
Although gifts will be collected between now and June 30, 2017, we suggest gifting prior to the end of this calendar year for maximum tax benefits.
Again, for all you do, and the wonderful children you share with us, THANK YOU!
Sincerely,
Kenan Sener
Principal
Sample E-Card
Q & A - What Is An Annual Fund?
Why does FSA Have an Annual Fund?
Every day at Fulton Science Academy, we continue our journey towards becoming a top school in the nation by providing an innovative STEAM curriculum that benefits each individual student. Our journey is just beginning and you are an important part of it!
How Do I Donate?
A new, convenient website has been created for secure online gifts. Log onto https:/donate.fultonscienceacademy.org/donatenow or send (or deliver) a check to FSA, Office of Advancement, 3035 Fanfare Way, Alpharetta, GA 30009 using the attached form.
What is the Annual Fund?
The FSA Annual Fund is the cornerstone of Fulton Science Academy’s fundraising efforts. This crucial fund is an important part of our school’s journey. Gifts enable us to invest in important resources for the children that are not covered by tuition alone. Your gift shows confidence in our school’s mission to inspire confident, compassionate students and build leaders who demonstrate exceptional character.
Who Benefits from the FSA Annual Fund?
Our precious students are always our primary focal point and our very top priority! Every single child brings such uniqueness to FSA, and we see every child as a gift! We teach our students about the impact one person can make in life. One unique question posed during a class can spark lively debate. One smile can turn someone’s frown upside down. One teacher can make a life-long impact on your son or daughter. The actions of one can positively impact so many others! Giving is a wonderful and contagious experience. A gift to the FSA Annual Fund benefits the entire FSA school.
Why Should I Give?
We hope you would donate the FSA Annual Fund because you believe in the work of our school, you support the passion and dedication of our faculty, and you can see the positive impact an FSA education is having on your child.
Contributions to the Annual Fund will be put to use right away and will help pay for expenses that are not covered by tuition alone. Additionally, we ask for gifts to help us build a new greenhouse, enhance our athletics program, establish a new Genius Lab/Maker’s Space, and expand our performing arts program.
How Much Should I Give?
Please consider giving as much as you can! The gift of education is a gift that keeps on giving. To help us reach our goal, a donation of $300 per student is suggested, but every gift helps! Whether your contribution is $10, or $10,000, giving offers a positive statement of your belief in FSA and pride in your family’s FSA experience. This year, our gifts have ranged from $10 to $20,000 each.
When Should I Donate?
The earlier we receive your donation, the sooner we can put it to use to benefit our students. While we encourage all families to make their pledges by December 31, Annual Fund payments are accepted until June 30. For maximum year-end tax benefits, we suggest a donation before 12/31/16.
Will My Gift be Recognized?
We realize that giving is a uniquely personal experience. If you wish to remain anonymous, that request will be honored. Otherwise, gifts will be assigned to one of our FSA Giving Societies based upon amount donated. We look forward to unveiling a brand new Donor Appreciation Wall in the FSA lobby in 2017; our hope is to fill that wall with our Annual Fund supporters!
Can Others Donate?
Yes! Please share our donation link with friends and family or, even better, set up your own personal “fundraiser” page on our website and share it on your own social media accounts, etc. You can do so by clicking "become a fundraiser" here.
I Already Pay Tuition. Why Am I Being Asked to Pay More to the School?
Put quite simply, given our competitive rates, if we relied on tuition alone to fund the many wonderful attributes that make FSA so special, our tuition costs would skyrocket. Most prestigious private schools like ours rely upon robust Annual Funds with contributions from families that directly support every aspect of school life.
Your gift(s) to the FSA Annual Fund supports the people and programs that make us an award-winning private school. Through these tax-deductible gifts, we are able to recruit and retain talented teachers, offer small class sizes, provide cutting-edge technology, enjoy award-winning extracurricular teams, and fill our beautiful new campus with laughter, learning, and life-long friendships that form while studying here.
Is FSA Able to Receive Matching Gifts from My Company?
Absolutely! FSA welcomes corporate support through sponsorships and generous matching gift programs. Please ask your employer about Matching Gift Programs that support K–12 schools. This is a great way to double and sometimes triple your gift to FSA. Please check with your employer.
My Family Wants to Create a Fundraising Team to Support FSA's Annual Fund. Is this Possible?
It is! Simply click on "Become a Fundraiser" on our main donation page, and follow the simple instructions to launch your own peer-to-peer campaign.
Are Donations Tax Deductible?
Yes. As a registered nonprofit, all gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. If you make a gift online, you will receive a customized thank you email that can also serve as a receipt for your donation.
Are There Incentives to Donate?
Although we would hope your primary purpose for donating is to support the campaign and show your long-term investment in our school and the education we are so honored to provide to your child(ren), we also recognize the value and value of celebrating when milestones are reached. As such, we have established rewards ranging from dress down days to catered lunches to ice cream socials, depending upon the percent of parent participants. Best of all, if 100% of our families make a gift (regardless of size), Principal Sener has agreed to be slimed! :)
Who Should I Contact with Questions?
Our door is always an open door! Please contact Principal Sener at ksener@fultonscienceacademy.org and/or Advancement Director,Megan Bowman, at mbowman@fultonscienceacademy.org. In addition to Annual Fund Gifts, FSAPS accepts and encourages planned gifts, gifts of real estate, securities, etc. Thank you!
Fulton Science Academy Private School
Email: advancement@fultonscienceacademy.org
Website: www.fultonscienceacademy.org
Location: 3035 Fanfare Way, Alpharetta, GA, United States
Phone: 678-366-2333
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FultonScienceAcademyPrivateSchool/
Twitter: @FSAPrivate