FAQ on Ways to Contribute

Leadership Giving donors look like parents, grandparents, alumni and friends of St. Thomas – people who love St. Thomas and want the best education for each new generation of students. The St. Thomas Annual Giving Fund’s most generous donors are recognized at the following levels: The Cornerstone Society $25,000 and up, The Head of School’s Circle $15,000 to $24,999, The Rector’s Circle $10,000 to $14,999, Benefactors $5,000 to $9,999, Patrons $3000 to $4,999 and The 1953 Society $1,953 to $2,999.

If you would like to make a contribution using your credit card, please access our secure online giving portal

Make checks payable to St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School and send to:

St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School

c/o Office of Advancement

5692 North Kendall Drive

Coral Gables, Florida 33156

Gifts of stock are advantageous as the donor may deduct the full-market value on the date of the gift, and avoid capital gains tax. If you would like to make a gift of stock please call Quentin Derryberry III, Director of Advancement, at qderryberry@stepsmia.org.

If you are interested in making a bequest or another long-term gift to St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School, please contact Quentin Derryberry III, Director of Advancement, at qderryberry@stepsmia.org

Like most independent schools, St. Thomas relies on financial support beyond tuition to deliver outstanding programs to our students. Tuition covers approximately 89% of these expenses. St. Thomas is solely supported through tuition payments and charitable contributions and we not do receive public funding from local, state or federal governments, the Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida or the Episcopal Church. We rely on the support and generosity of every member of our school community.

Money raised each year for the Annual Fund is used to support and fulfill the mission of St. Thomas by covering everyday expenses. Gifts to the Annual Fund reach all corners of our campus and support nearly every aspect of daily life in this community. Your philanthropic gift directly impacts: Faculty Professional Development, Interactive Technology and Facilities/Campus Improvements.

St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

Every year, St. Thomas raises money for the Annual Fund which is a yearlong drive from October 1 through May 31. These funds make it possible to keep our promise to do our best to give them better-every day in every way. Your support allows your children to dream bigger, smile brighter, and learn better. Annual gifts are for the current year’s anticipated operating expenses. The funds have an immediate and positive impact beyond tuition dollars on our school community and benefit every child.

Absolutely. Please select Gift type “Monthly Installments” and the number of installments you would like to make.  Your credit card gift installments will be charged on day 15 of each month.

Yes. In order to make a pledge, please indicate on a paper pledge card and return it to the Office of Advancement or pledge online.  To pledge online please select Bill me later and submit using the “Make my Pledge” button. All gifts are expected by fiscal year end June 30.

Many businesses match charitable contributions made by their employees. Please check on our MatchFinder employer search bar to see if your employee participates in Matching Gifts