Making a Difference, Building a Legacy
For many people, leading a successful life involves making a positive difference in the lives of others. Stoneleigh-Burnham School benefits greatly from the generous support of those who contribute time and talent to the school. But equally as important are the financial gifts that build a lasting legacy for current and future generations of our students.
Advancing Strategic Priorities
Capital gifts play a crucial role in advancing Stoneleigh-Burnham School's strategic objectives and initiatives. They have a significant impact on our programs and resources, helping us strengthen or launch academic initiatives, build buildings, and undertake other projects that advance the best interests of our students. They also stand as philanthropic landmarks for all donors, inspiring others to give generously.
Capital gifts generally have these attributes:
- They are outright gifts (as opposed to deferred or "planned" gifts, which are often made through a charitable trust, a gift annuity, or a donor's will). Donors may pay them over a period of time, generally up to five years.
- Depending on the donor's intent, they can be spent in their entirety or they can be endowed funds that continue to support SBS over time.
- They can be unrestricted; or they can be earmarked for identified needs that are of interest to the donor, such as new buildings in support of our strategic plan.
- They may be gifts of cash, publicly traded securities, closely held stock, real estate, or other property.
- They generally qualify for favorable tax treatment and can be a strategic tool in estate planning and wealth transfer.
Named Opportunities
Many gifts come with naming opportunities, which can mean that a building or resource may be named in honor of the donor or someone else the donor wishes to commemorate.
If you would like to discuss your legacy at Stoneleigh-Burnham School, please contact us at (413) 774-2711.