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"Raise the Roof" Week of GivingDuring Hurricane Milton, St. Joseph Catholic School had a section of the north wing roof torn apart causing water to leak into the insulation and ceiling tiles in two classrooms. In addition, gutters, piping and wiring were strewn about, and numerous trees and limbs were damaged and needed to be removed. Our hydroponics garden enrichment was also damaged and will need to be rebuilt.
Due to the amount of the deductible, these unexpected expenses will not be covered by insurance and will be adding additional strain on the school's resources. We expect a need of at least $125,000 to cover the repairs.
Want to support the "Raise the Roof" Fundraising Initiative? We are currently seeking matches to help raise funds to repair the school during Catholic Schools Week January 26 through February 1st. For more information on how to support this fundraiser, please visit sjsfl.org/week-of-giving email Carlee Colonneso at [email protected] or call (941) 755-2611.
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School Bus Initiative
During the 2024 Giving Challenge, SJCS was able to receive over $157,000 in donations for a new school bus. Our goal is to raise $200,000 for this fundraising initiative.
Because of the generosity of our donors, we were able to receive the FAST 50 bonus of $250, we met the $10,000 Ierulli match, received $22,300 of the Knights of Columbus match, and are being awarded the full $50,000 match from the Doss Foundation.
If you have questions on how to donate, please call (941) 755-2611 or email Carlee Colonneso at [email protected]. Donations can also be made here at Online Donations.
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Fundraising Initiatives
St. Joseph Catholic School Annual Fund:
Current tuition only covers 70% of the operational costs for St. Joseph Catholic School. The remaining 30% comes from the generosity of our donors and fundraising. This Annual Fund provides funds needed to close the operational gap and provide for future improvements on our campus. You can help by visiting sjsfl.org/donate.
Guardian Angel Scholarship Fund:
St. Joseph Catholic School makes every effort to keep Catholic education affordable for all families seeking a Catholic education for their child in Manatee County. The Guardian Angel Scholarship fund provides help to families who qualify for tuition assistance. You can help by visiting sjsfl.org/online-giving -
North Campus Improvement Project!
St. Joseph Catholic School started the North Campus Improvement Project by updating lighting as well as repaving the black top area between the older student's playground and the school.
In addition, we also started working with the Diocese of Venice to secure bids for the removal of 2 Portable Buildings to make way for an Early Learning Education Center/ Aftercare Center as well as the replacement of the existing Early Learning Playground.
We are excited to share that major updates to our school will occur during late Fall 2022 and Early Winter 2023!
You will see the over $200,000 raised during the Giving Challenge as well as the $60,000 donated for the Early Learning Playground put to use with the removal of the Portables in November over Thanksgiving Break as well as the installation of a NEW Early Learning Playground expected to be completed by spring of 2024.
However, we won't just stop there! Plans are also in place to update lockers throughout the North Campus, and we are moving forward with plans to install a NEW Early Learning Education Center/ Aftercare Center.
Our goal was to raise $1 Million Dollars in total to complete these improvements and to pay for the construction of this 6-classroom building on campus. We accomplished this fundraising in the summer of 2023.
Throughout the year there will be opportunities to help us continue to fundraise to improve our campus for SJCS Students.
If you are interested in continuing to help turn the VISION of the North Campus Improvement Project into a reality through charitable donations, please reach out to Carlee Colonneso at [email protected].
Deborah Suddarth Principal, Ed.S.
Carlee Colonneso Marketing and Development Director