Annual Fund

Inspire, Connect, Engage, Build, Support

Annual Fund 2011-12
La levée de fond annuelle 2011-12 
 

At the French American School of Puget Sound we challenge students to excel academically and thrive in French, American and International cultures. 

Over forty nationalities are represented by the 382 students at FASPS, and this diversity presents us with a full spectrum of needs and expectations.  We do not settle for just good education for all, but strive for excellence in providing the highest academic experience tailored to serve each individual student.  By providing additional tools and training, we can enhance the capacities of our dedicated faculty to identify and respond to these diverse requirements. To help us carry out this unique program, FASPS seeks your support to cover the gap between the tuition fee collected and the actual cost of our exceptional educational experience.

Join us in raising the funds necessary to fill the gap! By supporting the Annual Fund, you have the opportunity to make an impact on your school. When gifts both large and small are added together, each contribution is magnified. This combined effort of every member of our community allows us to reach our goal of $200,000, which will have an enormous effect on the experience we provide our students. We are proud of, and honored by, the growing Annual Fund support we receive from parents, alumni, grandparents, faculty and staff. Thank you for your support.

Ways to give
Contributions to the Annual Fund can be made by cash, check, credit card, or gifts of securities. Donations can be made in person, via mail, or online by clicking on the button "Online Giving". (NEW this year!).

 

Frequently Asked Questions


The Annual Fund plays a vital role in the health and growth of any independent schools and FASPS follows the same model.  Tuition covers only a portion of the cost of educating your child; the Annual Fund helps make up the difference.   As part of the school’s budget, annual funds give the school the capacity to allocate resources directly towards programs, and respond to arising needs during the year. 

 

Q

Why not just charge more for tuition?

A

Unlike tuition, gifts to the Annual Fund are 100% tax-deductible. In addition, many companies also provide matching funds, which can double the amount of their employee’s donations.

Q

Why do you need all the families to give?

A

Supporting the Annual Fund is the best way to ensure the quality of education FASPS provides, as well as keep tuition increases to a minimum. Additionally, when seeking contributions from corporations and foundations, we need to demonstrate 100% participation by our current community.

Q

How much should I give?

A

The Annual Fund Goal is $200,000. This goal represents an average gift of approximately $545 per student at the school. Some people will give more, and some will give less. Please give within your means.

Q

What does the Annual Fund actually support?

A

Your gift enables FASPS to provide the very best education for your child. A successful Annual Fund enables the school to purchase books for the library, to equip our classrooms with innovative materials, to engage students in field trips and supplementary experiences and much more. The Annual Fund truly makes the difference between a good education and a great education.

Q

Any other reason I should give to the FASPS Annual Fund?

A

Your gifts set a great example of philanthropy for your children!

Launched in October, gifts are accepted until end of fiscal year, June 30th.
Contact Anne Derieux at annede@fasps.org

Annual gifts make up the difference between what tuition covers and the actual cost of running the school. It provides additional resources for the school's current-year operating expenses such as teacher salaries, classroom supplies, library acquisitions and much more.

American independent schools use a financial model in which tuition doesn’t cover the full cost of education and an annual fund covers the gap. This model:

  • Provides a tax-deductible way for parents to help cover the actual cost of their child’s education
  • Leverages donations with matching funds from companies
  • Strengthens the school's eligibility for donations from foundations and other outside funding sources
  • Supports socio-economic diversity at the school

Coordinated by the Director of Development and the Development Committee, all members of the FASPS community - current parents, alumni families, grandparents, faculty/staff and friends of the school - are asked to support the Annual Fund.