Annual Fund

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Annual Fund 2012-13
La levée de fonds annuelle 2012-13

Click here to view the 2012-13 Annual Fund Brochure
Click here to view to 2011-12 Annual Report (Our first!)
Click here to view a list of Annual Fund Ambassadors

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

What does the school do for my child?

At FASPS, the priority is always the development of each student. As each one learns and progresses at his/her own pace, each student ought to be at the center of our program. A bilingual education in a multi-cultural environment with high academic expectations requires a strong and thorough plan to differentiate from one student to the other: assessing the need(s) of each, developing plans to support these needs, and finally providing the resources to implement the plans. These are the steps to ensuring an impactful differentiation plan. As we implement these initiatives, the Annual Fund becomes an essential component in ensuring adequate resources are available to support the program.

Why the Annual Fund?

As in most independent schools in the US, tuition revenue doesn’t cover the full cost of our education. At FASPS, about 8% of the budget is not covered by what tuition generates. This “gap” amounts to $1,600 per student that we must raise in order to sustain our program this year. With 287 families at school, gifts of all sizes will matter, and together will get us to our financial goal of $200,000!

FASPS is an independent school that receives no direct subsidies from the French or U.S. governments.

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 here to give online.

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!