Where
the love of learning takes root.
A Message From the Chair
Mark Eichberger, Chair
Walden School board of Trustees, VP of Whittenberg Construction
Dear Walden School Community,
The hallmark of Walden is our spirit of community! We are united in one goal, providing an educational experience that equips a child with a foundation for life. As you know, a foundation needds to be composed of the highest quality materials and constructed with the greatest care to endure and provide strong support.
The foundation for excellence at Walden begins in the classroom. We need your support to keep it strong. Please give generously!
Mark
Board of Trustees
Mark Eichberger, Chair
Jonathan Holloway,Vice
ChairDiane Webb, Treasurer
Al Gibbs
Jim Hunter
Dade Luckett
Maureen Rogg
Michelle Wells
Molly Jones Secretary
Brooks Bower
Janet Honchell Day
Ed List
Chuck McCurdy
Jim Ross
Kim Wolford
How can I become a member of “The Club?”
With a gift to Walden School, you will be a member of one of our giving clubs:
Leadership Circle
$1,000 or more
Head of School Circle
$500-999
Walden Friend
$250-499
Wolverine Booster
$100-249
Walden Supporter
$99 or less
"All who have meditated on the art of governing mankind have been convinced that the fate of empires depends on the education of youth."
-Aristotle
"Education Is not the filling of the pail, but the lighting of the fire."
-William Butler Yates
2003
- 04 Annual Fund
Goal: $300.00 per family
Endowment Fund
Goal:
$25.00 per family
Why Does Walden School
Conduct An Annual Fund?
Tuition covers only 85% of the cost of operating expense. Revenue from the Annual Fund and Auction make up the difference.
How does Walden use
my Annual Fund gift?
Annual Fund gifts are used to maintain excellence in the classroom. Gifts are invested in valuable resources to enhance and enrich the student’s academic experience.
Who can contribute to the Annual Fund?
Gifts are welcomed from parents, Walden alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, former faculty, former parents, and special friends.
When should I make my gift to the Annual Fund?
Gifts are welcomed at any time. However, the appeal to Walden families takes place in September. Many families pledge their gift in September and pay it in installments during the year.
How will I know if my company has a Matching Gift Program?
Personnel in your company’s human resources department can advise you regarding corporate giving and provide you with the necessary information to process this request.
Can I give securities?
Donors who wish to give securities should place the securities with a broker, bank or agent to arrange for the transfer to Walden. All gifts of securities are converted to cash.
What is the Endowment Fund?
Gifts to this fund are invested and a percentage of the earned interest is applied to student need. The principal of the fund remains invested to yield annual income throughout the life of Walden.
Who benefits from the Endowment Fund?
Earned income from the Endowment Fund provides scholarships for deserving students.
Can I donate to this fund when I make my Annual Fund Gift?
Beginning this year, you can designate a portion of your Annual Fund gift to the Endowment Fund or add an additional amount for the Endowment. The goal as in the past is $25 per family, but any amount will be appreciated.
What are the tax benefits when I give to the Annual Fund or Endowment Fund?
All monetary gifts to the Annual Fund and or the Endowment Fund are tax deductible according to federal regulations. You will receive a receipt form for tax purposes.