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THE FUND FOR OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL2023-2024 Annual Fund ReportOur Lady of Perpetual Help School3221 Santee Road | Bethlehem, PA 18020PH: 610-868-6570 | FX: 610-868-7941advancement@olphbeth.orgwww.olphbeth.org
Greetings from the Principal!I am delighted to introduce myself as the new principal of Our Lady of Perpetual Help School. It is a great blessing to join this wonderful family of faith. I feel deeply honored to be part of a school with such a rich history of academic excellence,strong Catholic values, and a deep commitment to our Church. As I step into this role, my goal is to build upon the solid foundationthat has been established through the dedication, generosity, andsacrifice of so many parishioners, parents, and friends over the years. I am committed to fostering an environment where every student can thrive academically, spiritually, and socially. Together, withthe dedication of our talented staff, the support of our engaged parents,and the spirit of our students, I am confident that we will achieve greatthings. I look forward to working closely together with each of you!Yours in Our Lady,Mr. Joshua DickerPrincipalThe Fund for OLPH School is a testament to our collective commitmentto excellence in education. It serves as a vehicle through which we canenhance the quality of our programs, empower our dedicated faculty,and enrich the overall learning environment. This report will highlight our major sources of income for the fund andcreate transparency on what we use your contributions for. We willcontinue to communicate the generosity of our families and incomingdonations through annual reports. We also want to share our futurevisions and initiatives with you, as our partner.First Annual ReportThe Fund for Our Lady of Perpetual Help SchoolThe creation of an annual fund, and thisaccompanying report, is a significantmilestone for our school'sadvancement. Support Our Annual Fund with These Ways of Giving:School Annual AppealCharitable IRA Required Minimum DistributionsMemorialsSingle or Reoccurring DonationsSchool Fundraising EventsEmail advancement@olphbeth.org for more information.
Providing for aCatholic EducationCougar Crawl 2023$50,176Major gifts and Annual Appeal$59,670A community-wide effort whichprovides a weekend full of fun andprizes before Easter. Thank you to allthose who enjoyed the festivities and tothose hard-working school families whopulled off this great feat.Tricky Tray 2024 Basket Raffle$58,732Financial Assistance($22,465)Capital Enhancements Reserve($100,000)Teacher Retention($18,000)Whether it be a gift directly to our fundor through our Annual Appeal, whichruns from November to May, these areselfless ways for school and parishfamilies to contribute to the future ofOur Lady students. Most financial assistance is providedthrough the Eastern PennsylvaniaScholarship Foundation, but that isnot able to cover our full need. Forstudents who may require more, thefund will help minimize the gap.Our Lady has big plans for the futureof our students, including an OutdoorLearning and Discovery Center! Ourschool community is preparing forthis large endeavor.Our faculty and staff selflesslydedicate themselves to our students,and we have introduced a newretention incentive bonus. Specialevents are also hosted to showappreciation for our teachers. An incredible amount of support fromcorporate sponsors and personalcontributions lead to this fun-filled dayin October. A celebration of being anOur Lady Cougar and the commitmentour community has to our school.2023-2024 The Fund for OLPHMajor Sources of Income & Expenditures IncomeExpenditures
Your Commitment to Our Annual Fund is a PartnershipGold PartnersThe Fund for OLPH School supports key areas such as academicinnovation, technology, and extracurricular activities. We would like tothank all those who contributed to our new annual fund through the AnnualAppeal, charitable IRA distributions, memorials, and direct fund donations.With your partnership, we continue to offer a well-rounded education thatprepares our students for success in an ever-evolving world. You are an integral part of a community-driven effort to provide ourstudents with opportunities that extend beyond the ordinary.Royal Blue PartnersSilver PartnersMr. and Mrs. Jeff AbbottMr. and Mrs. Austin BartholomewMr. and Mrs. David CacciabeveMr. and Mrs. John CapellaMr. and Mrs. William CintronMr. and Mrs. Anthony CordiscoMr. and Mrs. Richard CulverMr. and Mrs. Charles DeilyMr. and Mrs. James DodyMr. and Mrs. Jonathan DouglasMr. and Mrs. Patrick DundonMr. and Mrs. Kevin FarnhamMr. and Mrs. James FollweilerMr. and Mrs. Donald FriedelMr. and Mrs. Joseph FrioMr. and Mrs. Ryan GilroyMr. and Mrs. Robert HenryDr. and Mrs. Ronald HershFr. Martin KernMr. and Mrs. Philip KinneyMr. and Mrs. Lee KozseyMrs. Sylvia KwiatekMr. and Mrs. Anthony OnorataMr. and Mrs. Michael PfeifferMr. and Mrs. David RussellMr. David RyanMr. and Mrs. John SmallMr. and Mrs. Michael SmithMr. and Mrs. Roman StefurakMr. and Mrs. Marty StofanakMr. and Mrs. Vincent TallaricoMr. and Mrs. David TomkoMr. and Mrs. Michael TooheyMr. John TrimbleMr. and Mrs. Ryan UmholtzMr. and Mrs. Christopher ZajacikMr. and Mrs. Martin ZawarskiCOMMITMENTLEVELS:GoldSilver$1,500 and aboveRoyal Blue$500 and above$100 and aboveHonoring our Past...The Fund of Our Lady of Perpetual Help School issupported in memory of the following individuals.May their family feel peace, and their memory live on.Theresa Martino Italiano Sylvia Durbino KlepeiszAndrew Pieszala Ralph A. Perugini Mr. and Mrs. Travis DotoMr. and Mrs. Richard BaranDr. Augustine MoffittDeacon and Mrs. Donald DuPontMr. and Mrs. Michael IppolitiMr. and Mrs. Robert JimsMr. and Mrs. Tony Saldutti Mr. and Mrs. Frank MonahanMr. and Mrs. Thomas RiddleMr. and Mrs. Edmund RoncoMrs. Susanne Stehly Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zile
How can you help with a limited amount of your own household income? Let Pennsylvania pay for it!Every paycheck, there it is... PA state tax. And itadds up by the end of the year! But there is anopportunity to use this for Our Lady’s advantage.The Diocese of Allentown participates in a tax credit program to provide scholarships for students.And our goal is to continue to grow the funds forOLPH! The Eastern PA Scholarship Foundation isthe most cost-effective way to donate to our school.And it’s easy! But not everyone knows about thisprogram, and it’s our job to spread the word!You just donated $1,000 to OLPH by spending $100 and some wait time!For more information, email advancement@olphbeth.com.Review your taxes. Haveyou paid at least $1,000 inPA state tax?Sign an Intent form statingyou would like to redirect atleast $1,000 to the EPSFprogram.Get on the waitlist for thenext distribution. Onceaccepted, write a checkto EPSF for $1,000. The catch... now you wait!Before tax filing, you willbe sent a K1 tax form.File taxes including this form.A little more waiting...Get a tax refund of $900from PA!We are so grateful for our donors whohave recently signed on to participate inthis program. With their support, we areable to offer over $60,000 in financial aidscholarships to our students!Financial AssistanceON THE RISEPA TAX CREDIT PROGRAMHow can you help with a limited amount of your own household income? Let Pennsylvania pay for it!Every paycheck, there it is... PA state tax. And itadds up by the end of the year! But there is anopportunity to use this for Our Lady’s advantage.The Diocese of Allentown participates in a tax credit program to provide scholarships for students.And our goal is to continue to grow the funds forOLPH! The Eastern PA Scholarship Foundation isthe most cost-effective way to donate to our school.And it’s easy! But not everyone knows about thisprogram, and it’s our job to spread the word!You just donated $1,000 to OLPH by spending $100 and some wait time!For more information, email advancement@olphbeth.com.Review your taxes. Haveyou paid at least $1,000 inPA state tax?Sign an Intent form statingyou would like to redirect atleast $1,000 to the EPSFprogram.Get on the waitlist for thenext distribution. Onceaccepted, write a checkto EPSF for $1,000. The catch... now you wait!Before tax filing, you willbe sent a K1 tax form.File taxes including this form.A little more waiting...Get a tax refund of $900from PA!We are so grateful for our donors whohave recently signed on to participate inthis program. With their support, we areable to offer over $60,000 in financial aidscholarships to our students!Financial AssistanceON THE RISEPA TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
A Glimpse IntoOUR VISIONA STRATEGIC VISIONFOR TOMORROW’S LEADERS At OLPH, we envision numerous opportunities for our students and are actively working on creating an "Outdoor Learning and Discovery Center" to enrich their educational experience. Nature-based learning offers a myriad of benefits forstudents. It provides a dynamic and immersiveenvironment that stimulates curiosity andengagement, fostering a deeper understanding ofsubjects across various disciplines. Outdoor classroom settingshave demonstrated theireffectiveness in cultivatingessential life skills, such asproblem-solving, teamwork, andresilience, as students tacklechallenges in a naturalenvironment.
ADVANCE AHEADA Focus to AlwaysOLPH is committed to continuously integratingnew technology and exploring learningopportunities. We developed a strategic plan with our long-term goals for enhancing our facilities andadding specialized classrooms, such as aSTEM and media lab. Our long-term visionincludes a dedicated middle school expansion,which will enable us to create new learningspaces and enrich our educational offerings. A PLAN TO FOSTER EXCELLENCE We believe in the transformative powerof education, and with your support, wecan amplify its impact. Together wemake a difference to create aneducational legacy that lasts a lifetime.We believe in the transformative powerof education, and with your support, wecan amplify its impact. Together wemake a difference to create aneducational legacy that lasts a lifetime.
Connect with us on:Our Lady of Perpetual Help SchoolFacebook.com/OLPHBETHFacebook.com/OurLadyHSAOURLADYSCHOOLwww.olphbeth.orgolphoffice@olphbeth.orgYour kindness, no matter the scale,makes an impact on the journey of aCatholic education.We thank you for your partnership.3221 Santee RoadBethlehem, PA 18020Connect with us on:Our Lady of Perpetual Help SchoolFacebook.com/OLPHBETHFacebook.com/OurLadyHSAOURLADYSCHOOLwww.olphbeth.orgolphoffice@olphbeth.orgYour kindness, no matter the scale,makes an impact on the journey of aCatholic education.We thank you for your partnership.3221 Santee RoadBethlehem, PA 18020