Fundraising Requirements
Anchor Fund
Anchor Fund FAQ
Q: What is the Anchor Fund and how can I make a contribution?
A: It is an annual giving program that raises funds for St. Philomena School. The funds help with tuition assistance, school facility and safety improvements and to secure the heritage and tradition of St. Philomena School. To make a donation you can call the Development Office at (206) 824-4051 ext. 208, mail contributions with attention to the Development Office to 1815 S 220th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198.
You can also donate by clicking on the link
https://stphilomenaschool.edlioschool.com/apps/form/form.STPCAS.uo5YxKm.1Ls_
Q: Why does St. Philomena Catholic School ask for contributions?
A: It is our mission to remain accessible to families seeking Catholic education for their children. The Anchor Fund is not a “fundraiser”, it is a commitment by you to invest in the future of our parish school. Through your donations we will be able to bridge the gap between what we receive in tuition and our operating budget, all the while keeping tuition affordable for our families.
Q: Is parent, alumni, parish, and community participation important?
A: Yes! 100% participation of our families and staff is important to ensure that St. Philomena School will be able continue our mission to teach, model, and promote Gospel Values in all areas of a balanced curriculum. With the help of St. Philomena alumni, parish members and the community all donations to this year's Anchor Fund will ensure that we are able to continue providing affordable Catholic education to those seeking it now and in the future. Any amount of support is greatly appreciated.
Q: Will I receive a tax benefit from my donation?
A: Yes. No goods or services will be received in exchange for your gift, so it will be tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law. You will receive written recognition of your gift for your tax records.
Q: How can I maximize my charitable donation to the fullest?
A: There are many companies with gift matching programs. Please contact your employer’s Human Resources Department for information on matching gifts. St. Philomena School will provide whatever documentation you might need in order to facilitate a matching gift.
If you have further questions please contact Myla Diamond at [email protected].
The SPLASH auction is St. Philomena School’s largest fundraiser. The auction is dedicated to support the full mission of the school, and is held each year. The Development Director and a team of volunteers work throughout the year to create a signature event celebrating and financing the gift of Catholic education. Per the tuition contract, families donate, “procure” items for the auction or they can buy out their financial obligation. Buy-out money is used by the SPLASH procurement team to purchase quality items for the auction.
SPLASH REVENUE ALLOCATIONS
The proceeds from SPLASH shall be designated as follows:
- 70% for School Operating Budget.
- 20% for St. Philomena Tuition Assistance
- 10% for Long-term Development.
Splash Requirements for School Families
- Procure an item(s) and/or service(s) at $300.00 or Buy-out (Cash, Check, Credit Card) commitment at $350.00 by December 12, 2024.
- Procure an item(s) and/or service(s) at $350.00 or Buy-out (Cash, Check, Credit Card) commitment at $400.00 by January 23, 2025.
- No procurement items will be accepted after January 23, 2025 and the Buy-out commitment will be $500.00.
Please join us for our Splash online Auction- March 13th-March 15th
Please join us for our In-person Event on Sat., March 29th at Highline College in Des Moines, WA