Message from Director of Advancement

Over this last year, we’ve had to get used to being a little further apart — from distancing in the classroom to doing more events virtually. But despite that physical distance, our community emerged stronger than ever. Each year, I am amazed at the support Community’s donors give to the school, and this year was exceptional.

We asked, and you answered. Everyone answered. Parents, grandparents, alumni, students, faculty, staff, administration, trustees, past parents, friends of the school — everyone. Even students as young as first grade showed their love of and commitment to their school by contributing to The Community Fund. It was particularly heartwarming to see donations made in honor of and in memory of beloved members of our community. It reminds me that Community is about more than the buildings or the grounds — it’s about the people who make up our community. Your donations allow Community to offer a highquality, individual education to the students we serve, and I cannot express how grateful I am for your incredible generosity. We know we can count on your support each and every year, and for this I thank you.

Yours in gratitude,

Kathleen Kelly | Director of Advancement

For the second year in a row, 100% of Community School families, Board of Trustees, faculty, and administrators made a gift or pledge to our Annual Fund program. Donors sent a clear message that they are committed to our mission as we continue to provide a premier education for our students, hire and retain a stellar faculty and staff, and care for our beautiful campus. We are incredibly grateful for their support. We invite our greater constituency to join in this spirit of philanthropy by donating now or pledging to donate and fulfilling this commitment by either December 31, 2021, or April 1, 2022.

To Donate, scan the above QR Code. To Pledge, scan the above QR Code.

Community School is the premier preschool and elementary school, leading the way in early education in St. Louis. Recently, Niche.com ranked Community School with an A+ ranking, a wonderful honor and something we should all be proud of.

Participation shows the broader community that our school is strong and that our parent community believes in our mission. Because participation can easily be measured and used to rank our school, 100% participation is pivotal. The funds raised from the annual giving program help ensure Community School is the regional leader in preschool and elementary education. The Annual Fund makes sure we are able to hire and retain the greatest faculty and staff while providing them with ongoing professional development, to maintain our beautiful 18-acre campus, and to provide a premier educational opportunity for our 350 students, allowing them to become the leaders of the next generation.

Many companies offer philanthropic programs that will match charitable contributions made by employees. Matching gifts are an excellent way to help Community School obtain additional funds. Employees wishing to secure a matching gift from their company must initiate the process directly with their employer on our behalf (inquire with your human resources, charitable contributions, or payroll department). Request a matching gift form from your employer and send a completed and signed copy along with your donation to Community School.