The school funding guidelines of the Newark Archdiocese state that 10% of a school's operating budget must come from fundraising activities. In order for St. Michael School to meet this goal it is necessary to impose a minimum fundraising requirement for each family. Although this requirement is relatively new at St. Michael, it is common at many private schools to expect all families to actively participate in fundraising activities. The following policy will be in place for the 2006-2007 school year. Please take some time and read the policy carefully. New fundraising ideas are always welcome as well as any other input you may have.

Fundraising Commitment

Each family at St. Michael School will be responsible for:

1.     Raising $400 through donations or fundraising activities; and

2.     Making a $25 minimum donation to the Annual Goods and Services Auction.

The fundraising obligation can be met in two ways:

1.     Raise $400 through approved fundraisers during the year, and contribute any remaining balance prior to the end of the school year.

Current fundraisers are:

a.     Wrapping paper sale;

b.     Kidstuff coupon books;

c.     Spring candy sale; and

d.     Scrip/market money program.

A complete listing of approved fundraisers and the amount you will be credited with for each sale will be sent in the August mailing.

2. Contribute $400 at the start of the year.

St. Michael's will keep track of each family's fundraising totals and advise each family of their status at mid-year. Any portion of the $400 fundraising commitment not earned through fundraising activities must be paid before the mid point of the fourth quarter.