Giving
Virginia Chance School holds two major fundraisings asks each year: Our Challenge for Chance and the Virginia Chance School Auction but welcomes gifts at any time. Tuition does not cover all of the costs that go into educating children here. Your gift provides for the balance of operating expenses, enhances current programs, contributes to the school's socioeconomic diversity, and strengthens the organization for the future.
Given the importance of Giving to the pursuit of excellence at Chance School and knowing that we do all have different backgrounds, we ask that you make a gift that is generous and meaningful to you. Gifts of any size make a significant impact at Chance School, and we hope you will consider making the school a priority in your charitable giving.
If your securities are held by a brokerage house or company, contact your broker and decide which securities and how many would be best to donate. Send Karen Linton a copy of the letter of instruction (which your broker will require). Then, have your broker contact Chance School for wire transfer instruction.
Donors often see cash gifts as the only way to support Virginia Chance School. In reality, giving securities, stock, real estate, mutual funds or bonds may be beneficial to both you and the school.
You may benefit by:
avoiding capital gains taxes
increasing charitable deductions
lowering your estate taxes
An important note:
Always send Chance School a letter, fax, or email clearly stating the details when you are giving a gift of securities. Not only do we need this information for tax purposes, but it helps us determine which stock gift is yours and how your gift is to be used.
Given the importance of Giving to the pursuit of excellence at Chance School and knowing that we do all have different backgrounds, we ask that you make a gift that is generous and meaningful to you. Gifts of any size make a significant impact at Chance School, and we hope you will consider making the school a priority in your charitable giving.
If your securities are held by a brokerage house or company, contact your broker and decide which securities and how many would be best to donate. Send Karen Linton a copy of the letter of instruction (which your broker will require). Then, have your broker contact Chance School for wire transfer instruction.
Donors often see cash gifts as the only way to support Virginia Chance School. In reality, giving securities, stock, real estate, mutual funds or bonds may be beneficial to both you and the school.
You may benefit by:
avoiding capital gains taxes
increasing charitable deductions
lowering your estate taxes
An important note:
Always send Chance School a letter, fax, or email clearly stating the details when you are giving a gift of securities. Not only do we need this information for tax purposes, but it helps us determine which stock gift is yours and how your gift is to be used.
Financial Aid Fund
Our Financial Aid Fund underscores the school’s commitment to making Virginia Chance School economically accessible to students from all backgrounds, regardless of their financial resources. Each year, this fund provides need-based tuition assistance for our Elementary Program to approximately 20-25 percent of students.
You will from teo past graduates, Meredith and Justin. They are now adults and live out of town with their young families. They want to share what Chance School has meant to them and why they continue to support the our Finacial Fund. Below are Meredith and Justin's Letters to the Families at Virginia Chance School.
You will from teo past graduates, Meredith and Justin. They are now adults and live out of town with their young families. They want to share what Chance School has meant to them and why they continue to support the our Finacial Fund. Below are Meredith and Justin's Letters to the Families at Virginia Chance School.
Challenge for Chance
The Challenge for Chance is one of two annual fundraising programs. Early each year, each Chance parent receives a letter and pledge form with details about our Challenge for Chance. We ask families to contribute in a way that is meaningful for them. All donations to Challenge for Chance directly benefit the children enrolled in our schools by providing program support, supplies, and educational enrichments that are not covered by tuition. The campaign begins annually in the fall and ends on December 31, 2023.
We invite you to join us in supporting this exceptional community and give to our 2023 Challenge for Chance campaign because we believe that where you start matters. You are important to our Virginia Chance School family. Your children are important. Your contribution is important. Thank you for allowing us the privilege of helping your children grow and your support.
The Challenge for Chance runs from mid-September through December 31st and your contribution is tax-deductible.
Thank you for helping us reach 100%!
We invite you to join us in supporting this exceptional community and give to our 2023 Challenge for Chance campaign because we believe that where you start matters. You are important to our Virginia Chance School family. Your children are important. Your contribution is important. Thank you for allowing us the privilege of helping your children grow and your support.
The Challenge for Chance runs from mid-September through December 31st and your contribution is tax-deductible.
Thank you for helping us reach 100%!
Greenhouse Gathering
Join us at the Greenhouse Gathering for an evening of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres by Mayan Cafe, with a dazzling auction to benefit our Virginia Chance School students, exciting new buildings and grounds initiatives, and the Financial Aid Fund.
Date: Saturday, March 25, 2023Time: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Virginia Chance School Field
Tickets: RSVP by March 17th, Ticket Price: $75, purchase here: Greenhouse Gathering Tickets.
Attire: It's up to you, get fancy or stay relaxed, but we suggest boots for muddy ground!
Endowment
The Endowment Fund, named in memory of Miss Bettye, long-time teacher and preschool advisor Bettye Worcester, was established in 2000 to honor her love of children and commit to this progressive learning approach for future generations by ensuring the financial health of the school. These funds are invested, and only the earnings are used to support general operations in future years. Because the principle remains intact, your gift will continue giving to generations of children who will pass through these doors as a part of this fund.
As a result of this endowment, the Virginia Chance School continues to make significant investments in the best teachers, resources, and technology and maintain and expand the historic school setting to serve students better.
If you have any questions about planned giving and our Endowment Fund, please contact Karen Linton, Director of Finance, at (502)-425-6904.
As a result of this endowment, the Virginia Chance School continues to make significant investments in the best teachers, resources, and technology and maintain and expand the historic school setting to serve students better.
If you have any questions about planned giving and our Endowment Fund, please contact Karen Linton, Director of Finance, at (502)-425-6904.
Other Ways to Give
Support from parents, alumni, and friends ensures that we continue to fulfill our mission and vision for years to come. Below is a list of options you might consider when making a gift to Virginia Chance School. If you are interested in learning more about these gift opportunities or have already designated Virginia Chance School as a beneficiary, please contact us to recognize your generous contribution.
Gifts of Cash
Gifts of cash may be made either outright or as a multi-year pledge. These gifts are fully deductible up to a maximum of 50 percent of the donor’s adjusted gross income.
Gifts of Securities
Gifts of securities may be made either outright or as multi-year pledges. Such gifts allow the donor to receive a charitable deduction for the full fair-market value of the security while avoiding capital gains and alternative minimum taxes on the increased value of the security.
Tangible Property
Donors may make tangible property gifts such as real estate, artwork, books, vehicles, equipment, and furniture outright to the school. Donors may avoid the capital gains tax and receive a charitable deduction for the property's full fair market value.
Matching Gifts
Many corporations will match gifts made by their employees and associates. Check with your Human Resources Department to determine whether your employer sponsors such a program.
Other Gifts
Virginia Chance School also accepts other types of gifts, including Gifts of Life Insurance, Charitable Gift Annuities, Charitable Lead Trusts, Charitable Remainder Unitrusts, Estate, and Planned Gifts, Bequests, and Gifts in Kind.
Please consult your financial adviser or attorney to determine your ideal type of giving and learn about the added benefits, such as tax deductions, for your generous support. Thank you for considering support to Virginia Chance School!
Gifts of Cash
Gifts of cash may be made either outright or as a multi-year pledge. These gifts are fully deductible up to a maximum of 50 percent of the donor’s adjusted gross income.
Gifts of Securities
Gifts of securities may be made either outright or as multi-year pledges. Such gifts allow the donor to receive a charitable deduction for the full fair-market value of the security while avoiding capital gains and alternative minimum taxes on the increased value of the security.
Tangible Property
Donors may make tangible property gifts such as real estate, artwork, books, vehicles, equipment, and furniture outright to the school. Donors may avoid the capital gains tax and receive a charitable deduction for the property's full fair market value.
Matching Gifts
Many corporations will match gifts made by their employees and associates. Check with your Human Resources Department to determine whether your employer sponsors such a program.
Other Gifts
Virginia Chance School also accepts other types of gifts, including Gifts of Life Insurance, Charitable Gift Annuities, Charitable Lead Trusts, Charitable Remainder Unitrusts, Estate, and Planned Gifts, Bequests, and Gifts in Kind.
Please consult your financial adviser or attorney to determine your ideal type of giving and learn about the added benefits, such as tax deductions, for your generous support. Thank you for considering support to Virginia Chance School!
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If you have any questions about giving to Virginia Chance School, please contact Karen Linton, Director of Finance, at (502)-425-6904 or [email protected]. Thank you for your generosity!