Philanthropy at Mercersburg Academy

Exceptional institutions reflect their strength through their Annual Fund. At Mercersburg, 10 percent of the operating budget comes from the Annual Fund, which provides responsive funding that allows our talented faculty to reinforce classroom lessons through trips, expert guest speakers, hands-on/experiential learning, and other instruction. The Annual Fund complements the school’s endowment to fuel institutional excellence. Approximately 86 percent of our Annual Fund comes from gifts of $1,893 or more, making leadership support a critical partner to the work of our faculty and staff.

Operating Budget Revenue Sources

Net Tuition and Fees

Annual Fund

Endowment Draw

Auxiliary Activities

36%

10%

52%

2%

The William Mann Irvine Society is named in honor of Mercersburg Academy’s founder, Dr. William Mann Irvine, who launched a school devoted to the full person—mind, body, and spirit. Irvine Society members provide generous philanthropic support that empowers the school to boldly reimagine excellence in education, creating an academic and residential experience that inspires students to lead and serve in their communities around the world.

Members ensure that Mercersburg remains true to its enduring values while embracing and navigating a complex, changing world. Your Irvine Society gift affirms your belief in the transformative power of the Mercersburg experience for today’s students. Members of the William Mann Irvine Society receive special communications and event invitations in recognition of their important commitment, as well as connectivity with Board of Regents and school leadership.

For more information, please visit mercersburg.edu/wmis.

$100,000+ Founder’s Circle $50,000 Regents’ Circle $25,000 Head of School’s Circle $10,000 Member

The 1893 Club is named in honor of Mercersburg Academy’s founding year and celebrates a rich history of excellence in education. 1893 Club members join a legacy of philanthropic leadership that has sustained the school for more than 125 years. This special group of donors provides foundational support that enables Mercersburg to prepare the next generation of leaders.

Your 1893 Club gift affirms your belief in the life-changing power of the Mercersburg Academy experience and invests in the promising future that our students represent. Members of the 1893 Club receive special communications and event invitations in recognition of their important commitment.

$5,000 Fidelitas

$1,893 Virilitas

$1,000 Integritas (up to 10 years after graduation)