VERITAS ANNUAL FUND
At Veritas, our mission is to provide a classical Christian education that equips students with wisdom, virtue, and academic excellence to impact the world for Christ.
Dear Veritas Family and Friends,
As we embark on another year of growth and learning at Veritas Christian Academy, I invite you to participate in our 2024-2025 Annual Fund campaign. Our goal this year is to raise $150,000 and, more importantly, to have 100% participation from our families.
The Annual Fund is crucial to the success of our school While tuition provides much of the support needed, it does not cover the total cost of delivering the Christ-centered, classical education that defines Veritas. Your donations help bridge this gap, allowing us to support critical areas in faculty development, classroom resources, athletics, fine arts, and financial assistance, ensuring we maintain the high standards that make Veritas so special. Every contribution plays a role in shaping the experience of every student who walks through our doors.
I encourage you to prayerfully consider how you might contribute this year. When we come together as a community, the impact is tremendous. Whether through small monthly gifts or one-time contributions, your participation helps us continue to thrive in our mission to equip students with wisdom, virtue, and excellence as they grow in their faith and learning.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support. Your generosity enables us to continue providing the high-quality education that prepares our students to serve and lead with Christ at the center of their lives
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Kim Berger Head of School
Why We Need Your Support
Teacher Support Missions
Student Programs
Fine Arts
Athletics
Tuition revenue covers 90% of the cost of a student attending Veritas Christian Academy. Additional resources are pivotal in allowing our school to excel and continue in our mission of providing students with the tools they need to become tomorrow's godly leaders.
Will you please give a gift to the Annual Fund?
Financial aid and supporting community philanthropies
Professional development conferences and continued improvement in faculty compensation packages.
Classroom support, academic competitions, technology, and outdoor learning
Script, set, costumes, sound engineer, and competitions
Coaches, team uniforms, equipment, officiating fees, and transportation
The Creasey Family
We found our way to Veritas when our oldest daughter was about to start kindergarten and we were worried about how she would handle the class sizes at the school we were zoned to
While we were not prepared at the time to make private school work for our family, upon taking our tour of Veritas it quickly became evident it was where we wanted her to be. In addition to offering a strong foundation for both education and a biblical worldview, one of several things that drew us in initially was the brief interactions with students during our tour. Not just one, but nearly every student we crossed paths with as we made our way through the hallways made eye contact and greeted us and Mrs Berger, which struck us as unique
Fast forward a year, and we had experienced first hand the impact the environment and staff at Veritas can have. Not only did we see thoughtful attention applied to our daughters academic progress, but also saw a confidence begin to develop in her that wasn’t there before. As a result, we decided to move our youngest daughter to Veritas for her final year of pre-k.
Now in our third year as a part of the Veritas family, with our daughters in kindergarten and second grade, we could not be more pleased with our experience thus far. For us, the peace of mind we have each day knowing our girls are at a place where they will be loved, encouraged, and challenged is invaluable.
It is for these reasons we encourage all to join us, in whatever way possible, by participating with a contribution to the Veritas Annual Fund, in support of the continuation of our school and its mission.
The Creasey Family
The Shatby Family
When it was time for our twin boys, Alex and Luke, to start school, we hoped to find an institution that was not only academically strong and had a healthy sports program but also shared our ultimate goal: to raise our children to be the image of Christ. We quickly realized that Veritas Christian Academy offered everything we were looking for. At Veritas, Christ is not just another subject or an extracurricular course; He is the main dish, the cornerstone of the entire structure.
Our twin boys entered Veritas in Pre-K 3 and continued until they finished 8th grade and went unto high school. They are now thriving in a strong academic environment, thanks to their time at Veritas. The Christ-centered teaching they received there is supporting their spiritual journeys and personal growth as they strive to become more Christ-like.
We are also grateful that our 8-year-old, Nicholas, is currently in 3rd grade at Veritas The school has been a blessing to our family, significantly contributing to our children's academic, social, mental, physical, and spiritual development most importantly, all rooted in Christ.
Please join us in supporting this wonderful institution as it continues its mission to raise generations of godly young men and women who are well-equipped to face the challenges of the world and achieve their goals.
The Shatby Family
This is How Far Your Dollar Can Go
A gift of $40,000 enables continued improvement in faculty compensation packages.
A gift of $10,000 enables financial aid for one student.
A gift of $5,000 enables the expansion of our security system.
A gift of $2,500 enables the purchase of a script and backdrop for one theater production.
A gift of $1,000 enables training for one teacher.
A gift of $500 enables the purchase of uniforms for one athletic team.
A gift of $125 enables the purchase of new books for our libraries.
Your Gift is Needed and Appreciated
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Veritas Christian Academy of Houston is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. All gifts must be postmarked or received by December 31, 2024, in order to be deducted in 2024. Speak to your tax professional for more details on deductions and charitable giving.
Questions?
Please contact Kim Berger, Head of School (713) 773-9605 ext 107 or via email at kim berger@veritasca.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund is an annual campaign focused on providing additional income for school-wide needs. These financial needs include technology enhancements, teacher professional development, fine arts, athletics, financial aid, and other operational and facility needs. The Annual Fund helps to bridge the budgetary needs of the overall budget
Doesn’t tuition cover the expenses of the school?
Tuition alone does not fully cover the cost of educating a Veritas student. Approximately 10% of the operational budget is funded by annual giving; therefore, your gifts have a significant impact!
Who gives to The Annual Fund?
Members from every area of the Veritas community give annually to Veritas; this includes faculty and staff, board members, alumni, current families, grandparents, and other family members, as well as matching gifts from corporations and companies
How much should I give?
Every gift is significant; therefore, we ask that each person participate at a level that corresponds to his or her circumstances Our goal is 100% participation from every member of the Veritas community so gifts of every level are needed and appreciated!
When should I give?
Although you are able to give to Veritas at any time during the year (including the summer), we are asking that donations or pledges be made between October 21November 9, 2024. Donations received by December 31, 2023, may be deductible in your 2024 taxes. You can give a one-time gift, give on a monthly basis, or give at a later date.
How can I give?
You can give in many ways! You can mail gifts to 7000 Ferris Street, Bellaire, TX, 77401, or drop them off in the school office. You can a www veritasca org and clicking the Donate Now link o t for the 2024-2025 Annual Fund.
Are my contributions recognized?
We recognize those who give to Veritas through our Annual Report unless gifts are given anonymously.
7000 Ferris St. Bellaire, TX 77401
