Gifts And Giving
Catholic education has always succeeded through the generosity of donors. Schools were built, kept open, added to, remodeled - all because of the generosity of the people who have benefited from the school’s existence. St. Mary’s School is no exception.
Like many Catholic schools, our generous benefactors help to keep the school strong and vibrant. Whether for scholarships, technology, or building needs, your support allows us to continue offering a high-quality, Catholic education that provides the best educational opportunities for our students. Our parents, alums, and supporting parishes give generously to St. Mary’s School to continually strengthen our resources and mission.
As a member of the St. Mary’s community, we invite you to make a gift to the school. The Development Office can assist you in this process. To make a gift or for more information, contact Mike Randall at 507-446-2300, or michael.g.randall@comcast.net.
Annual Fund
The Annual Fund helps the school meet its annual operating budget. While most of the school’s financial support comes through the stewardship programs at St. Joseph’s and Sacred Heart parishes, money raised through the Annual Fund allows the school some flexibility in offering different programs and staffing that might otherwise not be available. Gifts from parents, alumni, alumni parents, grandparents and others is a way to give back and partner with St. Mary’s to continue the tradition of excellence in the classroom.
Planned Giving
Supporting St. Mary’s School through an estate gift allows donors to partner with us in shaping and developing the school’s future. You can help to ensure that the legacy of St. Mary’s School remains vibrant, and that our students continue to benefit from the ideals of Catholic education. Over time, gifts from wills and bequests will create a school endowment, build new buildings, and provide scholarship assistance to students in need.
Recently, St. Mary’s was the recipient of a very generous gift from the estate of Hilary and Beverly Neville. Although they had no children, the Nevilles were strong believers in Catholic education and their gift has made a tremendous impact on our school. If you have already included St. Mary’s in your will, or would like to, please contact us.
Magazine Drive
It’s not too late to order your magazines through St. Mary’s Magazine Drive. 40% of every order will be returned to St. Mary’s. Hundred’s of the most popular magazines and Music CD’s are offered at typical subscription prices.
To order or renew any magazine through QSP and earn money for St. Mary’s, go to QSP.com and register to give St. Mary’s the proceeds by entering 425006429 as the “online code.”