Leaving a Legacy for Padua’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

The 50th anniversary is a milestone in anyone’s life, and Padua is no exception. It is a time for reflecting back upon the history of the school, the pioneers upon whose shoulders we stand, and the way that the entire Padua community shaped our spirituality and sense of self.

We invite you to consider how you can leave a legacy of your own, so that future generations of Bruins may have the same benefit of a Padua education as you did.  It is unfortunate, but tuition does not cover the complete cost of operating an institution the size of Padua Franciscan High School. In fact, it was once said that tuition “pays to put a teacher in the classroom and turn on the lights.”

While a bit oversimplified, the statement does serve to illustrate the basic purpose Padua’s Office of Institutional Advancement — to tell the Padua story and provide alumni, parents, and others the opportunity to invest in the Padua Franciscan educational experience. This includes bridging the gap between tuition income and actual operational expense (annual fund), improving and expanding facilities (capital improvements fund), and providing for future needs and financial stability (endowment fund).

The Giving Options page provides you with information on how you can make a gift — whether current or deferred — using a variety of techniques.