Wings for Wingra Annual Fund
The Wings for Wingra Annual Fund is a yearly fundraising effort to support the current operations of the school. Each year, Wings for Wingra relies on generous gifts from Wingra parents, board members, alumni, alumni parents, grandparents, staff and friends.
These gifts help enhance the day-to-day life of our students and staff by supporting key elements of our program, such as classroom equipment, staff salaries and development, technology, and tuition assistance.
Why Is It Important?
As in most independent schools, tuition at Wingra School covers only a portion of the cost of educating each student and operating our school (approximately 85%). The Wings for Wingra Annual Fund to helps us bridge this gap and further our mission of providing a caring and safe learning environment that nurtures individual development and affirms connection to a broader community.
Why Not Raise Tuition?
Wingra School strives to keep tuition as affordable as possible. It has always been a value to have our school community reflect a wide diversity of racial, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. In addition, gifts to Wings for Wingra Annual Fund are tax-deductible while tuition is not.
Why Is Participation Important?
Participation in the Wings for Wingra Annual Fund unites us in supporting a place that we all love and demonstrates commitment to furthering our mission. It also encourages others to join us in supporting our school. Each year, we strive to achieve 100% participation from the board members, parents, and staff.
How Much Do We Donate?
Any gift—no matter its size—makes a real impact for our students. Wings for Wingra gifts range from $5 to $25,000. We hope that each donor gives as generously as possible within his or her means.
What Period Does the Wings for Wingra Annual Fund Cover?
The Wings for Wingra Annual Fund starts on July 1 of each year and closes on the following June 30.
Why Should I Give to the Wings for Wingra Annual Fund and the Capital Campaign?
While all funds support the ongoing work of the school, the Wings for Wingra Annual Fund and the Capital Campaign provide for two distinct pieces within Wingra's mission:
The Wings for Wingra Annual Fund helps support what makes our school excellent. Gifts to the annual fund help enhance the day-to-day life of our students and staff by supporting key elements of our program, such as classroom equipment, staff salaries and development, technology and tuition assistance.
The Capital Campaign provides for all the necessary capital (building) upgrades. Additionally, we have outlined priorities for making the building better serve our mission and curriculum. Without campaign funds, these upgrades and improvements would not be possible.
How Can I Make a Gift?
There are many ways to give to the Wings for Wingra Annual Fund.
- Gifts of Cash, Check or Credit Card
Print this form (PDF) and mail it with your payment to Wingra School. Please make checks payable to: Wingra School, Inc. (Adobe Reader is required to open the PDF file - download Adobe Reader for free.) - Give Online
Make a gift online on our secure giving page. MasterCard, Visa and Discover are accepted. - Gifts of Stock or Securities
Donating appreciated stock to the school can generate significant tax saving. Contact us for instructions on how your broker can transfer your stock. - Matching Gifts
There are more than 15,000 companies that match charitable gifts. Check with your employer to find out if your gift can be matched and double or even triple the impact of your gift.
Wingra School is a 501(c) (3) organization and donations to Wings for Wingra are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.