About MACS Education Foundation 
MISSION
The mission of the MACS Education Foundation is to enrich our children’s education by raising supplemental funds for quality programs within the Mecklenburg Area Catholic School (MACS) system.
In fulfilling its mission, the Foundation supports excellence in education through funding programs that:
· PROVIDE ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT – The aim is to challenge students through innovative programs such as: LEAP (Learning Enrichment Activities Program), Vertical Team Training, Junior Achievement’s Exchange City, state-of-the-art technology like Smart Boards, preparing CCHS students for the SAT; and other unique learning projects such as “Mathcounts”, “…And Justice for All”, and an outdoor garden that allows students a hands-on learning experience through science and community service.
· OFFERS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – When teachers attend educational workshops and conferences they enhance their own teaching abilities and are able to transfer the learning experience on to students in the classroom.
· CULTIVATE SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT – Guiding students toward a deeper and more meaningful relationship with Jesus Christ in the presence of a community that works and serves daily to transform this world into a kingdom of justice, peace and love.
PURPOSE
Established in 1993, the MACS Education Foundation has raised nearly $4 million dollars to provide quality, Catholic education. Gifts are raised from parents, family and friends of MACS through an Annual Giving Campaign, (which typically kicks-off in the fall and runs on a fiscal year July 1st - June 30th), and through the generosity of many companies as part of their matching gifts program.
A Board of Directors, comprised of MACS parents and business leaders, manages the Foundation. The Board’s efforts are directed toward the wise and sound management of the Foundation assets with the leadership and guidance from the Development office of the Diocese of Charlotte.
Together, you and the MACS Education Foundation are making a difference in the lives of our children and our community.
MAKING A GIFT
A variety of giving opportunities are offered to encourage your participation.
1.) Monthly Billings:
The Foundation can send you pledge reminders if you choose to spread your gift over a six month billing period (all payments must be completed by June 30th). Please click here to print the MACS Education Foundation pledge form. Send in the pledge card today. Please make checks payable to the MACS Education Foundation.
2.) Credit Card or EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer):
The Foundation accepts credit cards (Visa® and MasterCard®) and will process an EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer) from your checking or savings account. Please refer to the pledge card for details regarding the EFT and credit card donations.
3.) Securities or Mutual Funds:
Gifts of securities or mutual funds are accepted by the Foundation. Please contact the Catholic Schools Development Office for a stock gift form, or click here to download a PDF of the form.
4.) Matching Gifts:
Your employer’s matching gift may be added to your contribution. Some companies even match a spouse's gift. Be sure to include the matching gift form with your payment.
5.) Online Gifts:
You can make your gift online using our secure website. Click here to access our online giving form. Be sure to select the MACS Education Foundation icon and drop down menu designation.
THANK YOU
We thank you in advance for supporting Catholic education. Contributor names will be listed in the MACS Education Foundation’s annual report, which reflects gifts given during the fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
Contributions made to the Foundation are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
All contributors of $250 and above receive an invitation to attend the Foundation’s annual Circle of Celebration fall event.
CONTACT
For more information about giving to the MACS Education Foundation, please contact
Kim Riggins
Director of Catholic Schools Development
(704) 370-3303
kriggins@charlottediocese.org
1123 South Church Street, Charlotte, NC 28203-4003