Ways to Give
THANK YOU
Whether you are giving back to the alma mater that gave you a top-notch education, expressing a commitment to your child’s education, or supporting an institution that enhances the fabric of our community, your gift matters. Here are a number of ways to give to Judge Memorial that are easy, effective, and meaningful.
For more information on the following giving opportunities, contact the Judge Memorial Advancement Office at 801-517-2166 or email us —»
WAYS TO GIVE
Judge Memorial Catholic High School EIN #: 87-6000473
ANNUAL GIVING & CAMPAIGNS
Annual Appeal funds are put to work right away to help pay for budgeted expenses – from classroom materials to technology to science lab consumables – just to name a few. Your gift strengthens the education opportunities available to our students by: improving academic and athletic programs, supporting faculty development, providing tuition assistance and offering the best learning environment possible.
A gift to the Annual Appeal means you believe in the work of our school, the dedication of our teachers, and the impact a Judge education will have on a student’s future.
We also introduce Annual Appeal initiatives for signature campaigns such as Day of Giving, Sponsor a Student and Students for Students.
How to Make Your Annual Contribution
OR
Donate by Mail
Mail your donation to the following address. Your postmark will be your receipt date. Acknowledgements will be mailed shortly after receipt.
Judge Memorial Catholic High School
Advancement Office
650 South 1100 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
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Donate In-Person
Advancement Office: located in the white house to the north of the school on 1100 East – enter at the red door – between the hours of 7:30 am to 4 pm.
A convenient and secure way to support Judge Memorial is to join our CHAMPION monthly giving program. Being a CHAMPION of Judge benefits everyone. Giving regular monthly donations helps you easily manage your gift to fit your budget and it provides a dependable source of support that Judge can count on throughout the year.
As a CHAMPION of Judge, when you participate in our monthly giving program, you will receive:
A special CHAMPION of Judge gift
No annual requests to donate to our Annual Fund
One annual tax receipt letter each January to help with your tax preparations
Judge Memorial’s program, Sponsor a Student, will provide the funds necessary for any qualified student who wishes to receive a quality education at Judge Memorial to do so regardless of their financial means.
The desired outcome of this program is to support the fulfillment of our mission to provide rigorous academic programs and foster intellectual and social development of a diverse student body. While the daily educational work at Judge Memorial transforms the lives of its students, a question often asked is “how can the school provide this exceptional education to students who have the academic potential but not the financial means?”
Based on Need: Sponsoring a Student at Judge Memorial will remain based upon need and will be awarded to students who will benefit from the curricular and co-curricular programs offered.
Commit Partially or Fully: Sponsors may commit to partially or fully fund the tuition for one or more students for one year or may elect to sponsor a student for every year the student is enrolled at Judge Memorial.
Giving Levels include:
$2,500
$5,000
$7,500
$12,500 – Cost of Full Tuition for the 2020-2021 School Year
Diverse Student Body: With this program, Judge Memorial’s student body will remain culturally and socio-economically diverse. Currently, 36 percent of Judge Memorial student body self-reports as a minority and over 66% currently receive some kind of tuition assistance.
By being a part of the Sponsor a Student program, you can change the life of a student who would not have otherwise had the chance to attend Judge Memorial without your generous support.
For more information regarding this program, please contact Susan Lollini at 801-517-2166.
During the month of October, each of our determined Bulldogs plan to raise at least $150. The first $150 raised goes to tuition assistance. Any funds raised beyond that can go to a sports team or activity of the student’s choice. Students will be emailing and texting their personal Students 4 Students fundraising page to their favorite supporters and, with your help, in just 23 days they will reach their goal!
Prizes are given out to the students throughout the fundraiser including a parking pass for the front of the school. The class that raises the most funds is able to play the teachers in a game of Basketball Lighting - a school favorite. If the students reach the goal of raising a total of $40,000 by October 28, the entire school will be able to dress up for Halloween.
Mark your calendars! April 25-26 is Judge Memorial’s Annual Day of Giving. All gifts will be matched dollar for dollar, up to a $100,000 thanks to a challenge grant for a Leadership Scholarship in honor of Gil Cordova and Pat Clark benefitting low-income and minority students at Judge Memorial. Help us reach our goal in just 1921 minutes! By making a gift to Judge on April 25-26 you are helping to address financial barriers and open doors of opportunity for students who, despite economic challenges, exhibit the leadership potential embodied by Cordova and Clark. Click here to donate now!
INDIVIDUAL & FAMILY
A Donor-Advised Fund offers the opportunity for donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction and then recommend grant or donation from the fund over time to a qualified charity (such as Judge Memorial).
If your life insurance policy is no longer needed or will no longer benefit your survivors consider making a gift of the policy to Judge Memorial. You can also designate Judge Memorial as a beneficiary of all or part of the value of the policy which would transfer upon the death of the named insured.
Did you know that you can give your life insurance policy to Judge Memorial today and receive a charitable income tax deduction? If the policy is not paid up, you can then make income tax deductible contributions to Judge each year which we may which Judge may use to pay the premiums. At the death of the named insured, the proceeds of the death benefit will pass on to Judge.
A gift of your retirement assets, such as a gift from your IRA, 401K, 403b, pension or other tax deferred plan, is an excellent way to make a gift. Name Judge Memorial a beneficiary of all or the remaining value of your retirement asset and help solidify the future of Judge Memorial.
Did you know that 50%-60% of your retirement assets may be taxed if you leave them to your heirs at your death? Another option is to leave your heirs assets that receive a step up in basis (such as real estate and stock) and give the retirement assets to Judge Memorial. As a charity, we are not taxed upon receiving an IRA or other retirement plan assets.
A gift of your securities held long term is an easy way for you to make a gift of your appreciated securities, and avoid paying capital gains tax that would otherwise be due on your gain if you sold these assets. Here are some of the potential benefits:
Avoid paying capital gains tax
Receive a charitable income tax deduction
Enjoy possible increased income
With the need for financial help growing every year, our commitment to limited tuition increases and keeping Judge accessible to as many students and families as possible, our long term growth in our Judge Memorial Catholic High School Foundation is a priority.
A great way to help ensure the future of Judge is to create an endowment fund to benefit the school. A strong endowment at Judge will help us forth the mission of the school in perpetuity. Interest from the endowment helps meet the challenge of maintaining affordability and tuition reduction annually.
The income from gifts may be designated for a variety of purposes. A named endowment fund may also be established with a minimum gift of $10,000. Behind each of these gifted funds is a strong commitment to Judge’s future. Whether created in honor of an inspiring teacher or coach, in memory of a loved one or in response to a particular need of the school, these funds share a common act of leaving a legacy at Judge.
Looking to the future, another significant way in which one can make an impact on Judge Memorial is to consider Judge as a beneficiary in their estate planning. For organizations like Judge, this can be one of the most significant ways in which one can provide long term resources to an organization’s mission. Donors can include Judge Memorial in their wills, trusts, insurance policies or other forms of estate planning. The following gifts may create an opportunity to avoid capital gains tax and reduce income tax by creating an opportunity to receive a charitable deduction for your gift.
CORPORATE
If you are a corporation or foundation seeking to partner with Judge Memorial, please contact Susan Lollini, Director of Advancement, at 801.517.2166 to discuss our strategic priorities as they relate to your mission. Sponsorships will allow donor visibility in school publications and at events throughout the year. Proceeds from corporate and foundation sponsorships benefit all students at Judge Memorial.
The value of your gift could double, perhaps even triple, in size if your current employer, or the current employer of your spouse, offers a matching gifts program. More than one thousand companies nationwide participate in the matching gift program. Businesses, companies, and corporations often match contributions to qualified non-profit organizations, e.g., Judge Memorial. Many companies continue to match retiree's gifts, too.
As you consider your own support for Judge Memorial, please contact your human resources department or visit your company’s website for details. If your gift qualifies, obtain a matching gift form from your employer and send the completed form to the Advancement Office with your donation.
A non-cash gift, also called gifts in-kind, are gifts of personal property and are accepted by Judge Memorial if they can be put to good use, if they serve a worthwhile purpose in the life of our school, or if they provide clear benefits to our school. As Judge Memorial is a non-profit organization, all gifts in-kind are tax deductible. We will ask you for detailed information regarding the gift. These details will then be used for tax purposes.
A donation in recognition of a friend or family member is a thoughtful contribution and a wonderful way to recognize someone’s life and accomplishments.
Donations to Judge Memorial may be made over a period of up to three years through pledges. Donors are welcome to make payments in quarterly, semi-annual or annual installments, or by any other payment schedule desired.
OTHER
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Support Judge by simply making a purchase of qualifying school supplies, provide your school ID (#70102698) at checkout and Judge will receive 5% back in credits for FREE supplie.
All you need to do is enroll, shop at Smith’s and swipe your Rewards Card.
To enroll in the Program:
Visit www.smithsfoodanddrug.com and either sign into your digital account, or create a new account
Click on ‘My Account’ and then ‘Inspiring Donations’
Link your account/card to Judge Memorial by clicking ‘Search for your organization here,’ typing ‘Judge’ in the search area, and then clicking ‘Enroll’
Donors may designate “Judge Memorial Catholic High School” for part of their annual United Way pledge.
Don’t sell, trade or store you vehicle … donate it to Judge Memorial and receive a tax deduction. It is simple and easy through “Vehicles for Charity”. Simply call 1-866-628-2277 or go online at Vehicles for Charity and they make all the arrangements and your car will be picked up within two to four business days. Your donation of a used car or truck will make a significant difference in supporting Judge Memorial.
Vehicles for Charity accepts cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, recreational vehicles, campers and more.
Free pickup…they will come to your house or office.
Get an income tax deduction. They provide the donation documentation that you need for your records.