THE 2024-2025
The ANNUAL FUND DRIVE is our school’s primary fundraiser. It allows the school to allocate money where it is most needed today and keeps the promise of a high-quality, authentic Montessori education alive as we move forward together. The AFD also gives our families and friends an easy and fully tax-deductible way to support the school.
Gifts of any size are welcome and needed, and each of them helps to show the strength of our school community!
Together, let's celebrate
60
years
of Montessori and pave the way for
60
more!
Our Progress
Funds Raised
Family Participation
A few of the expenditures made possible by contributions to the
2023-2024 Annual Fund Drive:
New Play Structure for the Elementary/Middle School Playground
Shade for the
South Campus Playground
Feasibility Study for a Parking Lot Across from the Main Campus
Upgrades to the Toddler & Pre-Primary Playgrounds
2. Why not just raise the cost of tuition to cover the gap?
By increasing the cost of tuition, we would limit the number of families who might benefit from an exceptional Montessori education. Through annual giving, we can keep tuition more affordable, thus attracting a wider range of students. In this way, each student is subsidized by the philanthropic support of the larger community. Additionally, contributions to this fund are tax-deductible, while tuition is not.
3. Are my Annual Fund contributions tax-deductible?
Yes, your donations are tax-deductible. The Montessori School for Shreveport is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, tax ID number 72-0594556.
4. How much should I give?
Give as you are able - no amount is too small! Each family is asked to give according to their own financial ability - which we know can mean different things for different families. Our main goal is 100% participation!
5. I'm not currently able to give. What are my options?
A pledge made now, payable by June 1, 2025, will still help us meet our goals! Make your pledge.
6. I’m ready to make my Annual Fund Drive donation! How can I contribute?
Here are your options:
ANNUAL FUND DRIVE FAQs
1. Why does The Montessori School for Shreveport have an Annual Fund Drive?
Gifts to this fund take over where tuition ends and provide an important added value to an MSS education. These funds directly support the children, the teachers, and the school, and enhance our academic environments. They also provide our families and friends with a fully tax-deductible way to support the school.
Many schools depend on fundraisers where a significant amount of your contribution goes to a fundraising company. At Montessori, we structure our Annual Fund Drive to maximize your valuable contribution for long-term sustainability of the school.
