Support: Annual Fund Appeal
ANNUAL FUND APPEAL
' Bridging the Gap' between tuition and the actual cost of a Bethlehem education.
The Annual Fund appeal is the cornerstone of our fundraising effort. Tuition generates approximately 72% of Bethlehem High School's operating budget leaving a shortfall of 28%. Donations to the annual fund offset this shortfall, supporting financial aid, academic scholarships, program development, facility and technology improvement and retention of quality teachers.
The Annual Fund appeal is conducted every academic year and involves several hundred alumni, friends and parent donors.
Star of Bethlehem Society
Since its beginning in 2007, the Star of Bethlehem Society has increased membership each year resulting in total pledges of over $1 million. Membership in the Society is open to individuals who make an annual contribution of $1,000 or more.
Membership Levels
Shepherds of the Mission $1,000 - $2,499 - Family Pass to home sporting events and two tickets to Lights, Camera. . .Auction!
Stewards of Catholic Education$2,500 - $4,999 - Family Pass to home sporting events and four tickets to Lights, Camera. . .Auction!, plus four reserved seats to Grandparents Mass.
Trustees of the Founding Sisters $ 5,000 -$9,999 - Family Pass to home sporting events and eight tickets to Lights, Camera. . .Auction!, four reserved seats plus two reserved parking spaces to Grandparents Mass.
Patrons of Bishop Flaget's Vision $10,000 + - Family Pass to home sporting events and one Star Table to Lights, Camera. . .Auction!, four reserved seats with two reserved parking spaces to Grandparents Mass, plus two reserved seats and one reserved parking space for all home sporting events.
Star of Bethlehem Society membership may take the form of memorial recognition in honor of a loved one.
Leadership Society
Bethlehem has been blessed with strong leaders since its beginning in 1819. Gifts up to $999 comprise this society.
Membership Levels
Principal $500 - $999
Eagle/ Banshee Pride $250 - $499
Honor Roll $100 - $249
Blue & Gold Club $50 - $99
Friends' Club $1 - $49
Matching Gift Opportunities
Many employers generously match donations of their employees. Please contact your company's personnel office for the appropriate forms.