2010-2011 SCRIP PROGRAM
Good Samaritan School Families
We would like to remind you or introduce you to our SCRIP Program here at Good Samaritan School (GSS). A fundraising program that works while you shop.
What is SCRIP?
SCRIP is simply a word that means, “substitute money”. In other words, SCRIP is gift certificates from national and local retailers. They’re the same gift certificates that you buy at the store. Many popular retailers participate in our scrip program including Kohl’s, Gap/Old Navy, Shell, Pizza Hut, Applebee’s and many, many others.
How Does it Work?
You might ask how do the merchants help us raise money. It’s simple. SCRIP participating retailers agree to sell gift certificates to our organization at a discount. GSS families buy the certificates for full face value, they redeem them for full face value, and our school keeps the difference as revenue. GSS gets an effective fundraising alternative that involves no additional selling or advertising and a regular source of revenue. The retailers get cash up front and potential repeat business.
Support the School with Regular Purchases
The appeal of SCRIP is it puts regular household purchasing dollars to work. You earn money for our school without spending funds on items outside your usual budget. Just spend your regular shopping dollars with SCRIP at the stores that participate in the program. SCRIP can be used for gifts and other household purchase including food, clothing, entertainment, gasoline, and even dining out. It is a beneficial resource that meets many purchasing needs.
SCRIP Goal for 2010-2011
Money raised from SCRIP benefits the school and our children directly. Our 2010-2011 SCRIP goal is to raise $1,500. Please browse the SCRIP order form located on the GSS website, www.goodsamschoolepiscopal.org and get started raising money for the school. Orders are placed as they are received, but bi-monthly orders are preferred whenever possible. Orders may be left in the school office. If you have any additional questions, contact Jenny Hanson – GSS SCRIP Program Coordinator, at 541-829-0700 or jennyhanson04@hotmail.com
ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN
GOAL - $10,000
Like all independent schools, Good Samaritan School (GSS) depends on more than tuition to fulfill its mission. Your tax-deductible donations to the Annual Fund Campaign are essential to maintaining and enhancing the educational experience of each student. This chart explains how GSS’s income and fundraising revenues are distributed this year:
Tuition and Fees – 82%
Annual Fund Campaign – 16%
School Fundraising – 2%
The GSS Board of Trustees oversees the annual campaign to raise money for supplemental purchases and for financial needs not met by tuition income. All contributions are tax deductible, and many companies offer matching gift programs. Annual Giving donations may be made in several ways…
GIFT OPPORTUNITIES:
CASH, CHECK, CREDIT/DEBIT CARD:
You may make a one-time gift or arrange a payment schedule. Simply fill out the pledge card or go on-line, click the button above to Donate to GSS.
APPRECIATED SECURITIES:
Use stocks or bonds. Your tax deduction
is based on market value, but you incur no capital gains liability.
Additionally, GSS will work with your broker to keep it simple for you.
REAL ESTATE:
Not all such transactions are practical for the school, but many gifts of land, vacation homes, or other income-producing properties can be quite beneficial. You can give the property outright, or transfer a part as a gift.
APPRECIATED ASSETS:
Do you own a car, collection of rare books, fine art or other material assets? Sometimes these can be used to benefit an institution like GSS, based on an independent appraisal and compliance with current IRS requirements and restrictions.
GIFTS-IN-KIND:
Your business may be able to provide services to GSS that save the school money while, possible, earning you certain tax advantages.
ESTATE PLANNING / RETIREMENT ACCOUNT / LIFE INCOME GIFTS:
For more information please indicate your interest on the pledge card.
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN – BUILDING OUR FUTURE:
Plans are in development for the expansion and enhancement of existing and new facilities. There will be opportunities to have a profound and lasting impact on the growth of GSS by contributing to this campaign. Please indicate on the pledge card if you would like to hear more.
