Making a Difference Luncheon
Mercy Makes A Difference
. . . You Can Too!
6th Annual Making A Difference Luncheon
April 28, 2010 11:30 - 1:00
Keynote Speaker:
Sr. Marilyn Lacey
Student Speaker:
Christina Barraza '10
Together, we can make a difference!
This year’s luncheon is more important than ever in order for us to ensure that qualified young women,regardless of financial ability,
are able to benefit from a Mercy education.
- Mercy’s tuition and fees for 2009-10 is $16,538
- This year Mercy received over $1,000,000 in requests for aid
- Due to funding limitations, we were only able to award $443,522 in aid
- Approximately 25% of our students receive financial aid
- Mercy remains at maximum enrollment with 500 young women
- Making A Differnece has raised over $230,000 for tuition assistance
Mercy’s Commitment
Mercy High School has always offered financial assistance to our students. This commitment allows us to fulfill our mission of educating young women of all economic backgrounds. However, rising costs and a challenging economy make it difficult for many families to afford a Mercy education. The requests for assistance have dramatically risen over the past few years. Mercy awarded $433,500 in aid this year, almost double what we awarded in 2005. In 2004, we established our "Making A Difference Luncheon" in order to raise the additional funds necessary to help us move towards our goal of ensuring that all qualified applicants who dream of a Mercy education are afforded that opportunity. This luncheon is a crucial source of funding for our tuition assistance program.
Through the Making A Difference Luncheon we have been able to say "yes" to more students. We are seeking support from our Mercy community to help us meet the increased needs of our families. "Making A Difference" has raised over $230,000 for tuition assistance. The luncheon is generously underwritten by the Mercy High School Board of Directors; there is no cost to attend the luncheon. However, those who attend are expected to make a gift to support our tuition assistance.
You Can Make A Difference!
Attend the luncheon
Host a table of up to eight guests at the luncheon
Let the Advancement Office know of others who should be invited
Make a gift today - Your gift Can Change a young girls life!
Sponsorship Levels:
Catherine McAuley Sponsor: $16,538 - one year's tuition
Platinum Sponsor: $5,000 - $10,000
Gold Sponsor: $2,500 - $4,999
Silver Sponsor: $1,000 - $2,499
Blue & White Sponsor: $250 - $999
Click here to Make a Gift
or mail your gift directly to:
Development Office, Mercy High School,
2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame CA 94010
Sponsors receive:
Reserved Seats at the Luncheon:
Catherine McAuley, Platinum & Gold - one table of ten;
Silver - 5 seats, Blue & Gold 2 seats
$1,500 and above: Name inscribed on Kohl Mansion Donor Wall
$1,000 and above: Invitation for two to the Circle of Mercy
donor dinner held annually in October.
Recognition on Mercy’s website and in the printed program
Prominent signage at the luncheon
Acknowledgement in Mercy’s Oaks Newsletter (circulation 9,000)
Gifts of any amount are greatly appreciated and are tax-deductible.
Join Us!
If you would like to recieve an invitation to the Making A Difference please contact the Advancement Office at 762.1190 or Mary Lund at mlund@Mercyhsb.com
The luncheon is hosted by the Mercy High School Board of Directors;
all sponsorships and gifts directly benefit our tuition assistance program.
Mercy High School 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame CA 94010 | phone: 650.343.3631 fax: 650.343.2316