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2020-21 Financial Summary

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2020-2021 Financial Summary

Dear Members of the Marian Catholic Community,

The most commonly uttered phrase of the 2020-2021 school year had to be “you’re on mute,” as our students and staff navigated a year of hybrid learning and all the quirks of modern technology. For most of us, last year did feel like we were on mute. We paused plans, canceled events, and isolated ourselves to stay safe and protect one another. Our Advancement team most certainly felt on mute, as we were unable to hold many of the celebrations that bring together the Marian Catholic community. We were also unable to meet many of you and build those relationships which sustain our school. We pivoted, as everyone did, but of course it was not the same.

That being said, the pandemic did not slow down your generosity. Our fundraising remained constant at $1.4 million. We had planned for a decrease in donations given the limitations and uncertainty of last year, but you rose to the challenge and demonstrated your commitment to our students and our school. We wholeheartedly thank you.

The majority of fundraising in 2020-2021 went to our most immediate need – student scholarships – as many of our families continued to face job loss or illness. Over $950,000 was donated to the COVID-19 Relief Fund, the Sister Simeon Fund, the Dominican Award (provided generously by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield), and other endowed and annual scholarships. Our Virtual Veritas VI Gala & Auction was an amazing success, raising a net profit of over $100,000 for our students while providing a fun-filled night-in for the nearly 250 households watching.

Marian Catholic is poised to emerge from the pandemic stronger than before. As I wrote about in the last issue of Marian Matters, school leadership used our year in lockdown to evaluate and plan for the future. As we have begun to share those plans, we have witnessed a renewed excitement and energy around the school. We have seen increased investment in programs and capital projects, and the reemergence of groups like the Booster Club. While there is much to be done, there is a renewed sense of community. We invite all our alumni, families, and friends to be an active part of that community and to participate in shaping Marian Catholic for the next generation of students.

God bless, and go Spartans!

Colleen Peabody '05 Vice President for Advancement

Revenue $1,397,100

Sister Simeon Fund/ COVID-19 Relief 41% Endowed Scholarships 18% Spartan Gold Raffle 15% Marian Fund 15% Dominican Scholarship 9% Restricted/Capital Improvements 2%

Annual & Major Giving 54% Spartan Gold Raffle 15% Veritas V 13% EGC 10% 4Marian 6% Memorials and Honorariums 2%

Sources of Giving Support

Alumni 26% Dominican Sisters of Springfield 10% Alumni Parents 23% Businesses & Foundations 16% Friends 5% Current Parents 4% Marian Catholic Employees 1% Spartan Gold Raffle 15%

Percentage of Giving

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