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By the Numbers90%Tuition covers only 90% of the total cost of a Woodward experience. Philanthropy helps make up the difference.2,750+ More than 2,750 annual donors support The Woodward Fund each year.$12,069,7052024-2025 Financial Aid$150 millionTotal Endowment80Endowed Funds693Students93%An impressive 93% of our faculty and staff give back with a gift to The Woodward Fund each year.100%Woodward’s endowment is comprised of more than 80 individual funds. Endowment income provides support of strategic priorities such as financial aid, professional development and student support and wellness. 2GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY

Dear Woodward Family,As I begin my first school year as President of Woodward Academy, I’m filled with a deep sense of gratitude—for this extraordinary community, for the rich legacy I am honored to steward, and most of all, for the generosity that makes our mission come alive every day.In the milestone 2024-2025 school year—our 125th anniversary—we celebrated not only Woodward’s history, but the countless individuals who have helped shape it through philanthropy. From state-of-the-art learning spaces to life-changing student financial aid, your support transforms bold ideas into lasting opportunities for our students.Your generosity fuels innovation, expands access, and enriches every aspect of the Woodward experience. Thanks to you, our students are known, challenged, and inspired to become thoughtful leaders and compassionate global citizens.Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of Woodward Academy. I look forward to all we will accomplish together in the years to come.Onward Woodward,Christopher M. Freer, Ph.D.President, Woodward Academy“A gift of any sizedemonstrates ourcommitment to ourstudents and helps usattract support fromoutside sources.” A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT3EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

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The Woodward Fund is the Academy’s annual giving program and top philanthropic priority. Every year from June 1 to May 31, gifts to The Woodward Fund help us fulfill 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 direct your gift to The Woodward Fund to a priority area meaningful to you: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 }Invest in the promise of a Woodward education to develop caring and compas-sionate global citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be }Bridge the gap between the cost to educate each student and tuition }Join a community of philanthropy comprised of parents, alumni, parents of alumni, grandparents, faculty and staff, and friends of the Academy }Help us respond to emerging opportunities and unexpected expenses }Make possible an amazing range of opportunities in academics, athletics, and the arts for students in PreK-12th grade }Show appreciation for and strengthen your partnership with Woodward5EXCELLENCE. 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 moreYEARS AFTER GRADUATIONYoung Alumni President’s CircleLEADERSHIP GIVING LEVELSPresident’s CircleAdditional Giving LevelsWant to know more?Please reach out to:thewoodwardfund@woodward.edu or 404.765.4030OurGivingLevels6GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY

Learn 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: 58-06255847EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

More Ways to Support Our StudentsCapital and Endowment Giving Transformative philanthropic commitments drive our strategic vision and sustain the distinctive Woodward experience for years to come.From moving the campus development plan forward to building endowment support for priorities such as financial aid, faculty development, and student enrichment, these visionary investments provide long-term financial stability and fuel continued excellence at the Academy.To learn more about ways to support Woodward, contact the Advancement Team at advancement@woodward.edu or 404.765.4042.80Endowed Funds2Endowed Faculty Chairs$50,000Minimum philanthropic commitmentto create a named, endowed fund. Woodward’s Endowment is comprised of more than 80 named endowed funds that are restricted to Academy priorities.5EndowedProfessorship Funds20 Number of Friends of Woodward who have included the Academy in their estate plans.8GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY

Planned Giving The R.L. Brand Jr. ’35 Society, established in 2004, honors and recognizes alumni, parents, and friends who have included Woodward Academy in their estate plans. These generous commitments—through bequests, trusts, and other planned gifts—create a lasting legacy that strengthens the Academy for generations to come. Planned giving is a powerful way to reflect your values, support future students, and ensure the enduring excellence of the Woodward Academy experience.9EXCELLENCE. CHARACTER. OPPORTUNITY.

The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program allows members and friends of the Woodward community who are Georgia taxpayers to positively impact Woodward’s financial aid program. Participants can redirect a portion of their state income tax liability, receive a 100% state income tax credit, and support financial aid for eligible Woodward students.Tax Filing Status Tax Credit LimitSingle Filer $2,500Married Separate Filer $2,500Married Joint Filer $5,000Individual Pass-Through Owner $25,000C Corp, Trust, or Electing 75% of annualPass-Through tax liabilityBusiness that pays insurance premium taxTo learn more and secure your tax credit, visit goalscholarship.org and apply before the end of the calendar year.TAX CREDIT LIMITS BASED ON FILING STATUS75% of annual tax liability, but credit shall not exceed $1 million10GIVING AT WOODWARD ACADEMY

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