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Megan Rushmore

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Megan Rushmore is the Associate Director of Development at Sanford School, a preschool-Grade 12 College Preparatory School in Hockessin, Delaware.

Recent Posts

3 Ways To Stay Connected to Your Alma Mater

Posted by Megan Rushmore on April 29, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Private school communities are ever-enduring. Bonds formed among classmates, families, and faculty that are rooted in the learning experience create meaningful and lasting relationships. At each stage of your life, there are opportunities to stay connected to your school and fellow alumni. These three actions will help you rekindle, maintain, and strengthen the connections you have with your alma mater.

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Topics: Alumni

Top 3 reasons why philanthropy is important for private schools

Posted by Megan Rushmore on December 17, 2021 at 11:59 AM

The holiday season often brings with it feelings of immense gratitude. We make lists of the people in our lives that mean the most to us and find ways to show our appreciation for them. Whether it’s a holiday card, quality time spent together, or a classically wrapped present, the holiday season is filled with the giving spirit. This year, consider adding your child’s school or alma mater to your gratitude list.

Gifts to a private school’s annual fund are used to support elements that make it even better equipped to meet the needs and talents of each student. Tuition provides a great percentage–but not all–of the income necessary to meet a school’s expenses. Charitable contributions from parents, alumni, past parents, grandparents, and others who believe in the school’s mission help to complete the equation. Here are three reasons why philanthropy is important for private schools:

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Topics: Education, Sanford School