Annual Fund

Pinecrest Pillars Annual Fund

At Pinecrest Academy, we are deeply committed to educating the whole child through a comprehensive approach we call Integral Formation®.

This educational philosophy rests on four pillars that harmoniously develop all dimensions of the human person: intellectual, human, spiritual, and apostolic. We believe that true education goes beyond academics, encompassing the growth of a child's mind, body, spirit, and heart.

By supporting the Pinecrest Pillars Annual Fund, you directly contribute to reinforcing this unique educational approach and enable us to better fulfill our mission of forming Christian leaders who will transform society.

List of 6 frequently asked questions.

Q: What is the Pinecrest Pillars Annual Fund?

The Pinecrest Pillars Annual Fund aims to provide support for our school's mission to foster intellectual growth, human formation, spiritual development, and apostolic outreach.

By contributing to these four pillars, donors ensure that Pinecrest continues to offer a holistic, values-based education that prepares students to excel academically and become committed Christian leaders, eager to transform society.
Q: Why does Pinecrest have an Annual Fund?

As with most Catholic, Christian, and private schools, tuition alone does not cover the full cost of educating a child at Pinecrest Academy.

Each year, tuition and fees cover approximately 90% of the education cost per student. The remaining 10% comes from fundraising efforts.
Q: What does the Annual Fund cover?

The Pinecrest Pillars Annual Fund has the most direct and immediate impact on our current students.

Annual Fund gifts support every aspect of our school – academics, athletics, campus ministry, fine arts, facilities and scholarships.

These funds help provide enrichment programs and the extras that tuition dollars do not cover.
Q: How much should I give to the Annual Fund?

We ask each donor to consider giving at a level that is personally significant to them. Your gift in any amount is greatly appreciated.

Pinecrest Academy has a number of giving levels with special recognition.

If your employer has a gift-matching program, you can double or triple your support! A donor’s corporate matching gift is credited to the donor.
Q: Is my Annual Fund gift tax deductible?

The additional benefit to you of the Annual Fund is your contribution is an eligible tax deduction.

For your planning purposes, the Development Office will provide a tax receipt for gifts paid by December 31. Gifts paid by June 30 will be included in the Annual Report for that fund year.
Q: When should I make my Annual Fund gift or pledge?

To maximize the influence of our community’s generosity, we ask that you consider making your gift during the first half of the year, by December 31.

Early support of the Annual Fund allows Pinecrest to efficiently allocate resources for our students.