Mother McAuley Alumnae Association

All McAuley Giving Opportunities

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Critical to our Success!

Maureen Breen Putnam '65 Memorial Scholarship
A garden addition at Mother McAuly is being established as a memorial to celebrate the life of Maureen Breen Putnam, Class of 1965 and honor her loving magnanimous, and unique spirit. Garden dedication is November 2, 2013. Memorial gifts for student tuition assistance may be given in remembrance of Maureen.

The Giving Tree

McAuley faculty have submitted wish list items that would enhance the learning experience in their classrooms. Departmental budgets do not always allow for the purchase of these items. Donors may sponsor an item on the Giving Tree list as an alternative giving opportunity. There are a wide range of items to choose from - affording all donors an option to give back to McAuley and to specify a department that may be more meaningful for them.

Chem Labs
Expanding for Educational Excellence -
New Chemistry Labs construction completed in Fall 2012.
Girls + Science = Great Chemistry

Catherine's Garden

Leave your Mark at Mother McAuley.
Purchase a commemorative brick in Catherine's Garden and support McAuley.
Proceeds benefit student financial aid and scholarship!

Scholarship and Financial Aid for Students
A donation to financial aid at Mother McAuley bridges the gap between the actual cost to educate a student and the tuition that families pay!
No matter the size, every gift is greatly appreciated and every gift will make a difference. All of our students benefit from gifts to financial aid since tuition alone covers only 89% of the cost to educate a student.
Please help us to close the gap!

Scholarship - Bigane Family
As a tribute to Mrs. Jane Bigane, the Bigane Family - Anne Bigane Wilson '76, Katie Bigane Larson '78, Sheila Bigane Bauschalt '79, Meg Bigane '82, Julie Bigane Pollard '84 - created this fund to help senior students and their families who are experiencing financial difficulties.

Scholarship - Don Haynes Memorial Theatre
The Don Haynes Memorial Scholarship was established as a tribute to Mr. Haynes, husband of Theatre Director, Mrs. Patricia Haynes. Don Haynes personified and believed in a strong Liberal Arts Education for everyone.

Len Wehrmeister Mathematics Scholarship

A scholarship established as a tribute to Len Wehrmeister, a beloved Math teacher at Mother McAuley. His decade long tenure demonstrated a commitment to his students and a true love for the teaching of mathematics.

Sister Ellen Marie Ryan, RSM Scholarship Fund

This fund was initiated by music alumnae to establish the Sister Ellen Marie Ryan, RSM Scholarship Fund in honor of her many dedicated years of service to Mother McAuley.
Donate today!

Student Resource Fund
The Alumnae Association supports McAuley students in many ways. A gift to the Student Resource Fund will enhance the student experience.

Bridget Anne Cullen Scholarship
Donations may be made online in loving memory of Bridget Anne Cullen, student of Mother McAuley High School Class of 2013.

1973 Class Gift

1973 Sponsor a Classmate

Jan Malloy Scholarship for Spirit and Community Service
A gift to the Jan Malloy Scholarship will make a difference!

Ways to Give

Giving financial support to continue the mission of Catherine McAuley can make a difference in the lives of young women and society.
Gifts of all sizes are appreciated and can be made in a number of ways

Online Giving via Credit Card- choose a campaign from above and donate. It's safe and secure.
Checks - please make checks payable to Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School and mail to 3737 W. 99th Street, Chicago, IL 60655.
Pledges - gift payments spread over a period of time make giving easier and can be scheduled via online payment.
Gifts of Securities or Assets - Under the Internal Revenue Code, gifts of long-term appreciated property can be highly advantageous because allowable deduction is based on the securities' market value at the time the gift is made, not your cost. No tax is imposed on capital gain.
In-Kind Donations - such gifts can include equipment, fine arts, books and other collections and supplies that benefit faculty, staff, and students.
Memorial and Tribute Gifts - a gift to McAuley in honor, or in memory of an individual can include a scholarship, or dedication of a building or specific room.
Life Insurance - a gift of whole life insurance can be made by naming the school as the irrevocable owner and beneficiary of the policy. These types of gifts require charitable contributions from the donor to Mother McAuley in the amount of any premiums which may become due.
Retirement Accounts - Individual Retirement Accounts or company plans may be left to Mother McAuley by naming us as beneficiary.
Trusts, Wills, and Bequests - you can include Mother McAuley in your will or trust, including living trusts and charitable remainder trusts.
Matching Gifts - Alumnae and friends can double their gift to Mother McAuley if their employer is a matching gift company. Contact your human resources department.
Payroll Deduction - Mother McAuley employees may make one-time and continuing contributions to the school via payroll deduction. Please contact Linda Porter.

For More information on how to make a gift, please contact the Development Office at (773) 881-6559.