Welcome to Pine Crest School!
We look forward to getting to know you and your family.
Pine Crest is an independent, not-for-profit organization. When you make a gift to our School, you impact what distinguishes us: our inspiring students, our committed teachers, and our unique educational program.
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OUR CULTURE
of philanthropy is instrumental in advancing Pine Crest’s mission of educating a generation of students who are emotionally intelligent, intellectually inspired, and prepared to change the world.
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GIVING TO PINE CREST
is one of the longest-standing traditions that unites and engages our entire community.
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PINE CREST SCHOOL GIVING GUIDE FOR NEW FAMILIES 4 With tuition covering 94% of our annual operating expenses, philanthropy is essential to filling the gap and funding day-to-day operations. The average difference is $2,100 per student.
THE PINE CREST FUND
provides flexible dollars to embrace every opportunity, help meet demands of unexpected situations, and transform tomorrow for our students. Gifts can be directed as you wish to the following five priorities:
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SCHOOLWIDE PRIORITIES
Your support transforms spaces for learning, performance, and competition while integrating cutting-edge technology throughout learning spaces and enhancing security.
FINANCIAL AID
Financial assistance is provided to approximately 18% of our students whose families demonstrate need and who would not otherwise be able to attend. Your support helps to provide financial aid for families who value Pine Crest’s mission.
ATHLETICS
Your support helps to maintain our outstanding athletic program, including equipment, supplies, coaches, and training, and provides students with an array of opportunities for leadership, sportsmanship, teamwork, physical challenge, and personal growth.
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
Just as our students never stop learning, our faculty unceasingly strive to become better educators. Your support directly impacts the professional growth of our faculty.
THE ARTS
Your support inspires what the world needs: soulful, creative minds at every grade level who are pursuing their talents and passions.
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CAPITAL GIVING AND ENDOWMENTS
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ensure our financial sustainability, create meaningful family legacies, and help to advance Pine Crest School’s strategic and master plans through transformational projects.
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SINCE 1934
families and individuals have prioritized building our campuses, ensuring programmatic innovation, expanding opportunities, investing in our teachers, and strengthening financial sustainability.
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Every gift, at any level, ignites a spark for a student and creates a world of opportunity.
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MISSION POSSIBLE
Giving at every level advances Pine Crest School’s mission to provide a student-centered, extraordinary education. The President’s Society and Bell Tower Society recognize benefactors whose gifts were received between July 1 and June 30.
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PRESIDENT’S SOCIETY
• President’s Circle $250,000+
• McMillan Circle $175,000 to $249,999
• Trustees Circle $100,000 to $174,999
• Ambassadors Circle $50,000 to $99,999
• Leadership Circle $25,000 to $49,999
*2,100 is the average difference between tuition and the true cost of a Pine Crest School education for one student.
• Pillars Circle $10,000 to $24,999
• Panthers Circle $5,000 to $9,999
• Cornerstone Circle $3,500 to $4,999
• Crest Circle $2,100* to $3,499
• Green and White Circle $500 to $2,099
• Spirit Circle Up to $499
BELL TOWER SOCIETY
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“TOGETHER we will ensure that Pine Crest students will be future ready. They will master the advances in technology, develop their social and emotional competencies, and become curious, adaptable learners who are the thought leaders of tomorrow.”
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Dr. Dana Markham ’18H President
PINE CREST SCHOOL GIVING GUIDE FOR NEW FAMILIES 14 If you wish to explore making a gift to Pine Crest School please contact Alisa Karten. Associate Vice President of Philanthropic Engagement alisa.karten@pinecrest.edu 954.776.2177 Alisa Karten
WHY PINE CREST?
“When our daughter arrived at college, she was so prepared. Pine Crest taught self-confidence, how to problem-solve—until the moment you move your child into the dorm, you won’t understand the immense influence of Pine Crest.”
“Pine Crest is where growth happens. Children are learning reallife lessons—when something does not work out, you pivot, and try something else.”
“Kindness and empathy are important in our world. Pine Crest teaches our children to function with character and integrity.”
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“Pine Crest teaches students that future ready is confidence, independence, self-assuredness, mindfulness, presence, and the ability to face any challenge.”