Throughout its history, Saint Mary's School has been sustained by the generous financial and volunteer support offered by parents, parishioners, friends, and alumni. Under the leadership of Principal, Alex Porto, and Development Director, Stephanie McElhone, the Development Office is responsible for coordinating and implementing the School's fund raising program, including publishing and Annual Calendar, Courtyard Connection, and the Annual Report.

Various fund raising efforts conducted throughout the school year are vital to the success and enhancement of the school. All families are encouraged to support these activities.

The Annual Fund is the cornerstone of giving to Saint Mary's. As with most private schools, tuition does not cover the full cost of educating our students. Each year the Annual Fund is an indispensable part of the school's operating budget, enabling the school to fulfill its commitment to faculty salaries and academic programs. This healthy support from those closest to us is a valuable endorsement of the school's mission and helps make us a stronger candidate for foundation and corporation grants.

Annual Fund FAQ

Annual Fund Pledge Card

You can double or even triple your gift by including your company's corporate matching form.

An excellent way to maximize the tax benefits of giving is to donate a gift of stock. By giving stock, you can take a tax deduction of the stock value on the gift date and forgo paying taxes on the gain on your investment.

Saint Mary's School offers a unique way to pay tribute or respect to a loved one. Opportunities exist within the school to honor or memorialize a family member or friend. A recognition card will be sent to the family or honoree and acknowledgement to the donor. 

Donated goods, commodities, or services are a giving option. Significant gifts have included printing & graphic services, technology support, computers, and landscape enhancements.

Patrons interested in helping a student who needs financial aid can become a sponsor of the San Juan Diego Fund. Contact the Church or the Development Office for more details.

Saint Mary's welcomes planned gifts in the form of Bequests, Real Estate, Trusts and Life Insurance. Donors can make these gifts with beneficial tax advantages and such giving will make a significant difference to the school in the future.

Making a bequest or any other type of planned gift entitles the donor to membership in The 1945 Society.

To learn more about supporting St. Mary's School and its mission, please contact: Stephanie McElhone smcelhone@smsrome.org, Director of Development, or Becky Motes rmotes@smsrome.org, Assistant to Director of Development