Pingree School
South Hamilton, MA
Days of Giving
Join us in supporting Pingree students and faculty during our Days of Giving, November 18 through November 22, by making a gift or pledge to The Pingree Fund. Our participation goal for current families is 80 percent — a gift of any size makes a difference and we need your help to get there!
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What is The Pingree Fund?
Independent schools rely on annual philanthropy to help bridge the gap not covered by tuition and endowment income. The Pingree Fund is a collective, community-driven fund that provides resources that sustain core programs and to fulfill the school’s mission. Each year, we rely on this critical support that strengthens Pingree School and impacts every student, every faculty member, and every aspect of our program.
Who supports The Pingree Fund?
Pingree School is grateful for the inspiring commitment from its parents, alumni, grandparents, parents of alumni, faculty and staff, and friends who have provided philanthropic support to the school since its founding in 1961.
Why is participation so important?
Gifts of any size make an impact and demonstrate your belief and confidence in Pingree’s mission and leadership. By making a gift to the Pingee Fund, you join a community of giving that is a signal of strength, supporting all aspects of the Pingree experience.
Can I designate my gift within The Pingree Fund?
Yes, you can direct your gift to an annual priority that is meaningful to you, including unrestricted support of the Pingree Fund (the area of greatest need), Prep@Pingree, and the Head’s Fund for Innovation.
When should I make my gift?
We hope you will consider making a gift or pledge during the Days of Giving, November 18-22! Gifts and pledges made earlier in the academic year are put to immediate use. Pingree operates on a fiscal year from July 1 to June 30. Gifts received by June 30 will count toward that year’s fundraising total. As the Pingree Fund is an annual initiative, community members are asked to make a gift every year. Gifts and pledges made earlier in the academic year can be put to immediate use.
How much should I give?
We ask you to consider making a gift at a level most comfortable and meaningful to you and your family. Gifts to the Pingree Fund range in size from $5 to $100,000. In 2023-24, the Pingree Fund raised more than $1.3 million from approximately 1,000 donors. Approximately 85 percent of gifts received were $1,000 or less. All gifts to the Pingree Fund are tax deductible.
How do corporate matching gifts work?
Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees, retirees, and/or spouses. Taking advantage of these programs can double or sometimes triple the impact of your giving. If your company is eligible, simply request a matching gift form from your employer and send it completed and signed with your gift to Pingree. We will take care of the rest.