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Dear Woodward Family,There are many avenues to contribute to the life of the Academy, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming to prioritize and understand how you can make a difference. As you explore and consider opportunities, I hope you’ll keep in mind that The Woodward Fund is No. 1 in our view.Our top annual philanthropic initiative, The Woodward Fund helps us cover the gap between tuition and the actual cost of a Woodward education and provides many opportunities for our students inside and outside the classroom. We value participation from everyone in our community: parents, alumni, and faculty-staff. A gift of any size demonstrates our commitment to our students and helps us attract support from outside sources. In these pages, you’ll find more information about The Woodward Fund as well as other philanthropic priorities that help Woodward live out its mission of being Atlanta at its very best. Our Advancement Office is always here to help if you have any questions. Feel free to reach out to us at 404.765.4030 or advancement@woodward.edu at any time.We’re so thankful for our donors and grateful that you are part of the Woodward family. We hope you’ll consider supporting The Woodward Fund each year.With gratitude,Christopher M. Freer, Ph.D.Vice President for AdvancementBy the Numbers90%Tuition covers only 90% of the total cost of a Woodward experience. The Woodward Fund plus income from endowment earnings and auxiliary programs makes up the difference.2,700+ More than 2,700 annual donors support The Woodward Fund each year.$10.6 millionApproximately 20% of our students benefit from need-based financial aid, totaling $10.6 million annually. $150 millionTotal Endowment75Endowed Funds90%+An impressive 90% of our faculty and staff give back with a gift to The Woodward Fund each year.100%“A gift of any sizedemonstrates ourcommitment to ourstudents and helps usattract support fromoutside sources.” A MESSAGE FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADVANCEMENTEndowed funds serve the Academy in three primary areas: need-based student financial aid, enrichment, and awards and prizes.2 3GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

Dear Woodward Family,There are many avenues to contribute to the life of the Academy, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming to prioritize and understand how you can make a difference. As you explore and consider opportunities, I hope you’ll keep in mind that The Woodward Fund is No. 1 in our view.Our top annual philanthropic initiative, The Woodward Fund helps us cover the gap between tuition and the actual cost of a Woodward education and provides many opportunities for our students inside and outside the classroom. We value participation from everyone in our community: parents, alumni, and faculty-staff. A gift of any size demonstrates our commitment to our students and helps us attract support from outside sources. In these pages, you’ll find more information about The Woodward Fund as well as other philanthropic priorities that help Woodward live out its mission of being Atlanta at its very best. Our Advancement Office is always here to help if you have any questions. Feel free to reach out to us at 404.765.4030 or advancement@woodward.edu at any time.We’re so thankful for our donors and grateful that you are part of the Woodward family. We hope you’ll consider supporting The Woodward Fund each year.With gratitude,Christopher M. Freer, Ph.D.Vice President for AdvancementBy the Numbers90%Tuition covers only 90% of the total cost of a Woodward experience. The Woodward Fund plus income from endowment earnings and auxiliary programs makes up the difference.2,700+ More than 2,700 annual donors support The Woodward Fund each year.$10.6 millionApproximately 20% of our students benefit from need-based financial aid, totaling $10.6 million annually. $150 millionTotal Endowment75Endowed Funds90%+An impressive 90% of our faculty and staff give back with a gift to The Woodward Fund each year.100%“A gift of any sizedemonstrates ourcommitment to ourstudents and helps usattract support fromoutside sources.” A MESSAGE FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADVANCEMENTEndowed funds serve the Academy in three primary areas: need-based student financial aid, enrichment, and awards and prizes.2 3GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

The Woodward Fund is the Academy’s annual giving program and top philanthropic priority and runs every year from June 1 to May 31, parallel to the school year. Gifts to The Woodward Fund help us continue to succeed in fulfilling our mission of educating caring and compassionate citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be. By giving annually to The Woodward Fund, you:Giving DesignationsYou can choose what your gift supports by designating one or more of the following areas:Arts Athletics Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging Faculty Support Health + Wellness Student Experience Student Financial Aid Technology Transition Learning Support Program Where Woodward Needs It Most }Provide students, faculty, and staff with additional resources inside and outside the classroom }Provide students with the complete Woodward experience because tuition covers only 90% of the full Woodward experience }Build a community of giving as participation comes from parents, alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, and friends of the Academy }Support the people, spaces, and experiences that make Woodward exceptional }Help us prepare for unexpected needs that arise }Show appreciation for Woodward and its faculty and staff }Establish a sense of belonging and partnership with Woodward4GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY5EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

The Woodward Fund is the Academy’s annual giving program and top philanthropic priority and runs every year from June 1 to May 31, parallel to the school year. Gifts to The Woodward Fund help us continue to succeed in fulfilling our mission of educating caring and compassionate citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be. By giving annually to The Woodward Fund, you:Giving DesignationsYou can choose what your gift supports by designating one or more of the following areas:Arts Athletics Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging Faculty Support Health + Wellness Student Experience Student Financial Aid Technology Transition Learning Support Program Where Woodward Needs It Most }Provide students, faculty, and staff with additional resources inside and outside the classroom }Provide students with the complete Woodward experience because tuition covers only 90% of the full Woodward experience }Build a community of giving as participation comes from parents, alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, and friends of the Academy }Support the people, spaces, and experiences that make Woodward exceptional }Help us prepare for unexpected needs that arise }Show appreciation for Woodward and its faculty and staff }Establish a sense of belonging and partnership with Woodward4GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY5EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

Platinum$25,000 or moreDiamond$10,000-$24,999Gold$5,000-$9,999Silver$2,500-$4,999Founder’s Circle$1,900 - $2,499Colonel’s Circle$1,000 - $1,899Captain’s Circle$500 - $999Cadet’s Circle$250 - $49915-20 Years$1,000 or more11-15 Years$500 or more6-10 Years$250 or more5 Years$100 or moreLearn more about the process at your employer’s HR office or atdoublethedonation.com/woodward.Matching GiftsMany companies show their support by matching, dollar-for-dollar (or more), the gifts that their employees make to schools such as Woodward Academy. If your company matches gifts, please consider taking advantage of this benefit to increase your gift to Woodward.Tax ID / EIN: 58-0625584YEARS AFTER GRADUATIONYoung Alumni President’s CircleLEADERSHIP GIVING LEVELPresident’s CircleAdditional Giving LevelsWant to know more?Please reach out to:thewoodwardfund@woodward.edu or 404.765.4036OurGivingLevels6GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY7EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

Platinum$25,000 or moreDiamond$10,000-$24,999Gold$5,000-$9,999Silver$2,500-$4,999Founder’s Circle$1,900 - $2,499Colonel’s Circle$1,000 - $1,899Captain’s Circle$500 - $999Cadet’s Circle$250 - $49915-20 Years$1,000 or more11-15 Years$500 or more6-10 Years$250 or more5 Years$100 or moreLearn more about the process at your employer’s HR office or atdoublethedonation.com/woodward.Matching GiftsMany companies show their support by matching, dollar-for-dollar (or more), the gifts that their employees make to schools such as Woodward Academy. If your company matches gifts, please consider taking advantage of this benefit to increase your gift to Woodward.Tax ID / EIN: 58-0625584YEARS AFTER GRADUATIONYoung Alumni President’s CircleLEADERSHIP GIVING LEVELPresident’s CircleAdditional Giving LevelsWant to know more?Please reach out to:thewoodwardfund@woodward.edu or 404.765.4036OurGivingLevels6GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY7EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

}provides need-based student financial aid to qualified students }minimum financial commitment of $100,000 For more information:advancement@woodward.edu or 404.765.4042For more information:advancement@woodward.edu or 404.765.4042Planned GivingThe R.L. Brand Jr. ’35 Society, established in 2004, is an honorary association of alumni, parents, and friends who have officially included Woodward Academy as a beneficiary in their estate plans. This includes gifts by will, life insurance, charitable annuities, and trusts. These generous gifts will create a lasting legacy for the Academy.More Ways to Support Our StudentsYou can directly impact the outcomes of these students by applying at goalscholarship.org.The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program allows individuals and pass-through businesses to redirect their state tax dollars on an annual basis to financial aid for eligible Woodward students and receive a 100% state income tax credit, reducing your Georgia income tax, dollar for dollar. Pass-through businesses may also be eligible for a federal tax deduction. GOAL participation is not a philanthropic gift, but is a unique opportunity to redirect a portion of your state income tax liability to support qualified Woodward students.9EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.Endowed Chair }honors administrative, faculty, and staff positions for their distinguished service and commitment to Woodward }minimum financial commitment of $1,000,000Endowed Professorship }provides support for a faculty member in the form of enhanced salary or program support }minimum financial commitment of $100,000Faculty & Program Support }provides resources for faculty, enhancements, facility maintenance, and programmatic support. }minimum financial commitment of $50,000 }provides an annual award to a student, faculty, or staff member for superlative performance in a discipline or unique area of interest }minimum financial commitment of $25,000Capital and Endowment Giving Transformative philanthropic commitments ensure the funding of our strategic priorities. Woodward’s endowment is a sustainable funding source that provides long-term financial stability for our school. Gifts to capital projects ensure funding of critical building priorities, renovations, and special projects.The Academy has 75 named endowed funds that are restricted to specific purposes. The following are current priorities and thresholds to establish a permanent endowed fund:Student Financial Aid Awards and PrizesStudent and Teacher Enrichment8GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY

}provides need-based student financial aid to qualified students }minimum financial commitment of $100,000 For more information:advancement@woodward.edu or 404.765.4042For more information:advancement@woodward.edu or 404.765.4042Planned GivingThe R.L. Brand Jr. ’35 Society, established in 2004, is an honorary association of alumni, parents, and friends who have officially included Woodward Academy as a beneficiary in their estate plans. This includes gifts by will, life insurance, charitable annuities, and trusts. These generous gifts will create a lasting legacy for the Academy.More Ways to Support Our StudentsYou can directly impact the outcomes of these students by applying at goalscholarship.org.The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program allows individuals and pass-through businesses to redirect their state tax dollars on an annual basis to financial aid for eligible Woodward students and receive a 100% state income tax credit, reducing your Georgia income tax, dollar for dollar. Pass-through businesses may also be eligible for a federal tax deduction. GOAL participation is not a philanthropic gift, but is a unique opportunity to redirect a portion of your state income tax liability to support qualified Woodward students.9EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.Endowed Chair }honors administrative, faculty, and staff positions for their distinguished service and commitment to Woodward }minimum financial commitment of $1,000,000Endowed Professorship }provides support for a faculty member in the form of enhanced salary or program support }minimum financial commitment of $100,000Faculty & Program Support }provides resources for faculty, enhancements, facility maintenance, and programmatic support. }minimum financial commitment of $50,000 }provides an annual award to a student, faculty, or staff member for superlative performance in a discipline or unique area of interest }minimum financial commitment of $25,000Capital and Endowment Giving Transformative philanthropic commitments ensure the funding of our strategic priorities. Woodward’s endowment is a sustainable funding source that provides long-term financial stability for our school. Gifts to capital projects ensure funding of critical building priorities, renovations, and special projects.The Academy has 75 named endowed funds that are restricted to specific purposes. The following are current priorities and thresholds to establish a permanent endowed fund:Student Financial Aid Awards and PrizesStudent and Teacher Enrichment8GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY

The Woodward Fund Matching Gifts Capital & Endowment GivingPlanned Giving Georgia GOALScholarship ProgramWHAT:Purpose and PriorityThe Woodward Fund is the Academy’s annual giving program and top philanthropic priority. Collective participation from alumni, parents, faculty, staff, grandparents, and friends provides support for the school’s greatest needs and allows everyone in our community the opportunity to contribute to the Woodward experience year after year.Many companies show their support by matching, dollar-for-dollar (or more), the gifts that their employees make to schools such as Woodward Academy.Woodward’s endowment is a sustainable funding source that provides long-term financial stability for our school. Gifts to capital projects ensure funding of critical building priorities, renovations, and special projects. Donors may include Woodward in their estate plans through gifts by will, life insurance, charitable annuities, trusts or other planned gifts.GOAL allows individuals and corporations to redirect a portion of their state income tax liability to GOAL in support of need-based student financial aid at WA. In doing so, a Georgia state income tax credit is available for the tax year in which the redirection is made.WHEN: Key Dates to RememberGive between June 1 and May 31 each year.The President’s Circle celebration is held annually in the fall to recognize donors who give $2,500 or more.Check with your company for a timeline.Endowment gifts are accepted year round. Gifts for capital projects are dependent upon the current needs and strategic priorities.Planned gifts are accepted year round. To contribute for a tax credit, the participant must receive pre-approval, and the contribution must be postmarked within 60 days of pre-approval and never later than December 31.The Woodward Fund Matching Gifts Capital & Endowment GivingPlanned Giving Georgia GOALScholarship ProgramWHY:Understand the ImpactThe Woodward Fund is the primary way to sustain the full Woodward experience. The Woodward Fund supports many areas campus-wide, including arts, athletics, technology, and much more.If your company matches gifts, please consider taking advantage of this benefit to leverage the additional support.Transformative philanthropic commitments ensure the funding of our strategic priorities and Woodward’s long term financial viability.To ensure Woodward’s financial viability in the long term and leave your legacy. Planned gifts are recognized through membership in the R.L. Brand Jr. ’35 Society.This program strengthens Woodward’s financial aid budget each year to ensure aid is available to outstanding students with financial need.HOW: Ways to Get InvolvedYou can participate with the gift that is right for you and your family.Contact us if you would like to volunteer to help with The Woodward Fund.Learn more about the process at your employer’s HR office or at doublethedonation.com/woodward.Tax ID / EIN: 58-0625584Contact a member of the Advancement team to explore a gift that is mean-ingful to you and transformational for the school.Information on planned giving is available at woodward.edu/giving.Find more information and apply for a GOAL tax credit at goalscholarship.org.Support Woodward10 11GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

The Woodward Fund Matching Gifts Capital & Endowment GivingPlanned Giving Georgia GOALScholarship ProgramWHAT:Purpose and PriorityThe Woodward Fund is the Academy’s annual giving program and top philanthropic priority. Collective participation from alumni, parents, faculty, staff, grandparents, and friends provides support for the school’s greatest needs and allows everyone in our community the opportunity to contribute to the Woodward experience year after year.Many companies show their support by matching, dollar-for-dollar (or more), the gifts that their employees make to schools such as Woodward Academy.Woodward’s endowment is a sustainable funding source that provides long-term financial stability for our school. Gifts to capital projects ensure funding of critical building priorities, renovations, and special projects. Donors may include Woodward in their estate plans through gifts by will, life insurance, charitable annuities, trusts or other planned gifts.GOAL allows individuals and corporations to redirect a portion of their state income tax liability to GOAL in support of need-based student financial aid at WA. In doing so, a Georgia state income tax credit is available for the tax year in which the redirection is made.WHEN: Key Dates to RememberGive between June 1 and May 31 each year.The President’s Circle celebration is held annually in the fall to recognize donors who give $2,500 or more.Check with your company for a timeline.Endowment gifts are accepted year round. Gifts for capital projects are dependent upon the current needs and strategic priorities.Planned gifts are accepted year round. To contribute for a tax credit, the participant must receive pre-approval, and the contribution must be postmarked within 60 days of pre-approval and never later than December 31.The Woodward Fund Matching Gifts Capital & Endowment GivingPlanned Giving Georgia GOALScholarship ProgramWHY:Understand the ImpactThe Woodward Fund is the primary way to sustain the full Woodward experience. The Woodward Fund supports many areas campus-wide, including arts, athletics, technology, and much more.If your company matches gifts, please consider taking advantage of this benefit to leverage the additional support.Transformative philanthropic commitments ensure the funding of our strategic priorities and Woodward’s long term financial viability.To ensure Woodward’s financial viability in the long term and leave your legacy. Planned gifts are recognized through membership in the R.L. Brand Jr. ’35 Society.This program strengthens Woodward’s financial aid budget each year to ensure aid is available to outstanding students with financial need.HOW: Ways to Get InvolvedYou can participate with the gift that is right for you and your family.Contact us if you would like to volunteer to help with The Woodward Fund.Learn more about the process at your employer’s HR office or at doublethedonation.com/woodward.Tax ID / EIN: 58-0625584Contact a member of the Advancement team to explore a gift that is mean-ingful to you and transformational for the school.Information on planned giving is available at woodward.edu/giving.Find more information and apply for a GOAL tax credit at goalscholarship.org.Support Woodward10 11GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

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