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The teerdhala family
"We donate to the MIS Annual Fund because we’re investing in not only our children’s education, but to a school that is on the cutting edge of innovative learning. It’s exciting to be a part of it!" The Young Family
"Our family gives to the Annual Fund because we love the excellent science labs and the wonderful theater programs and the new sports teams that make MIS such a rewarding place to be for our son. We also love the teachers, and we want MIS to keep them happy by supporting them with the best equipment and training." Kindergarten Student
"I wanted to give money to my school because I love MIS, and I love going to school at MIS. I wanted to be on the Annual Fund Committee to help the school get more money and engage the teachers and parents to talk to the kids about what they are learning." Anonymous family
"We view ourselves as MIS investors and understand that as investors who have a vested interest in the future success and growth of the school, it’s important to contribute toward that success. We realize that tuition payments alone aren't enough to help MIS achieve its full potential." |
Why philanthropy matters: FAQS
The culture you find at MIS wasn’t built by happenstance—it was constructed out of passion. The passion of our founder, of our teachers and administrators, yes. But more importantly, the unrelenting passion of our students and our families. With over 35% of the students at MIS receiving needs-based financial assistance, your gift directly impacts our ability to support bright students with incredible potential who would otherwise not be able to attend MIS. Statistically, students of color are more than 250% less likely to be identified for advanced coursework or gifted programs than their white counterparts, and girls of any race are represented in advanced academic programs at 23%. Because of your gift, MIS can fulfill its imperative to actively work in our communities to identify, recruit, and retain traditionally underrepresented students. MIS strives for 100% participation from its families, both as a vote of confidence for the school's mission and as a signal to others who are considering making a donation. Corporations and foundations that consider a contribution look carefully at the percentage of parents who support the school. Additionally, other community members, including board members, teachers, staff, and grandparents, are all encouraged to participate in the annual fund. FAQs: Why should I contribute to the MIS Annual Fund? Is my financial contribution to Annual Giving mandatory? Charitable giving is a private family decision and is never compulsory. But our school’s many successes would not have been possible without the generosity of those who have given in the past. We hope and trust that you will contribute according to your family’s means and make Midtown International School a philanthropic priority — we are all partners in our kids’ education. We also strive for 100% participation in the annual giving campaign and look forward to achieving this goal each school year. How much should I give? We hope and trust that you will contribute according to your family’s means and make Midtown International School a philanthropic priority, as we are all partners in our children's education. All gifts are significant. Most importantly, the goal is to have 100% parent/family participation. I give a great deal of my volunteer time to the school. Am I also expected to donate to the Annual Fund ? We value the time and talent our families devote to Midtown International School. But we need and value every family’s support in every way — with volunteerism, time, effort and monetary contributions, all of which ensure that the vision and mission of the school is supported and made possible. We ask you to reflect on whether you have both time and money to contribute; if so, we ask you to share them generously. If not, please donate whatever feel comfortable doing so. Are there ways to give to the Annual Fund without making a substantial donation at one time? If you choose not to make one substantial donation, you may either make a pledge or smaller “participatory” gift to help us reach our goal of 100% community participation. If we give to other Midtown International School fundraisers do we still need to contribute to the Annual Fund? Participation in any school fundraiser is deeply appreciated. But, like all other independent schools, the Annual Giving Campaign is a separate budget component in the school’s financial planning. It is also the only fund that is considered when foundations are considering grant opportunities. What do I get in return for making a donation to the MIS Annual Fund? While all donations are greatly appreciated, there are special gifts for different levels: Friend of MIS ($1-$999) - limited edition car decal; Visionary ($1000-$2499) - limited edition car decal, and invitations to special coffees with Head of School; Lynx Society ($2500-$4999) - limited edition car decal, invitations to special coffees with Head of School, and an invitation to exclusive annual donor event; Founders Circle ($5000 and up) - limited edition car decal, invitations to special coffees with Head of School, invitation to exclusive annual donor event, and name(s) on a "Founders Circle" plaque displayed in MIS. If you have any other donation questions, please email Jason Levister, MIS Director of Business Services, at jlevister@midtowninternationalschool.com Thank you for your continued generosity and support of Midtown International School. Midtown International School is a tax-exempt organization under the IRS code section 501(c)3, tax ID Number 45-5297366. |
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mis annual fund: Levels of support
Contributions at all levels prove vital to keeping MIS thriving. Major foundations look for community commitment when evaluating grants, and strong parent participation in annual funds counts for a lot. Last year our faculty achieved 100% participation, and this year our goal is to have our parents match this level of support. It shows that as a community, we’re all in for MIS.
- Founders Circle - $5000 and up
- Lynx Society - $2500-$4999
- Visionary - $1000-$2499
- Friend of MIS - Under $1000