Pingry thrives thanks to the dedication and generosity of our families. Educating the whole child is a partnership.
Your involvement, through volunteering and giving, helps sustain the programs and excellence that define Pingry.
The Pingry Fund is essential to the life of the School. It provides 6% of the School’s operating revenue, helping address immediate needs while supporting long-term priorities. This critical funding enables Pingry to deliver the well-rounded, highquality education that prepares students for success.
No. Pingry does not host fundraising galas or special events to raise money. Instead, the School relies on annual gifts from parents, alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, and friends to The Pingry Fund to support the exceptional programs, people, and experiences that define a Pingry education.
Every gift matters. We ask each family to give as generously as they are able. The amount is less important than your participation—your involvement sends a powerful message of support for Pingry’s mission.
High parent participation reflects strong community support and reinforces confidence in our mission. It also plays a key role in attracting foundations and corporate matching gifts, which often consider participation rates when awarding funding.
15 SCIENCE LABS
8 SQUASH COURTS
16 OUTDOOR ATHLETIC FIELDS
20 ART STUDIOS
3 CAMPUS GARDENS STUDENTLED CLUBS
140
35 VARSITY SPORTS
30+ PERFORMING ARTS EVENTS
40 LANGUAGES SPOKEN IN STUDENT HOMES
3 CAMPUSES HOURS DEDICATED TO COMMUNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
96 TOWNS AND ZIP CODES REPRESENTED BY OUR STUDENTS
7,500+
245 STUDENTS RECEIVE TUITION ASSISTANCE AWARDS
$10,000,000 IN TUITION ASSISTANCE AWARDED FOR 2025-2026
1,600 ANNUAL DONORS TO THE PINGRY FUND
100% OF OUR GRADUATES ATTEND A FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE
$4,500,000+ DONATED TO THE PINGRY FUND IN 2025-2026
A NEW MILESTONE: 2026 was the first year The Pingry Fund surpassed $4.5 million!
The Pingry Fund, our annual giving program, runs from July 1 to June 30 and plays a vital role in supporting the School’s annual operating budget. Gifts to the Fund are put to work immediately to benefit students, faculty, and programs during the current school year.
The true cost of a Pingry education exceeds the price of tuition. Gifts to The Pingry Fund help bridge that gap, allowing the School to uphold its commitment to academic excellence. This is only possible with the support of the entire Pingry community, every year.
Ring the Bell marks the official kick-off of The Pingry Fund each fall. This year, on October 21 and 22, the entire Pingry community will come together to support the people, programs, and experiences that make Pingry extraordinary.
We ask every member of the community to make their best gift during Ring the Bell and help launch the giving year with momentum and purpose.
Your participation—at any level—sends a powerful message of support for our students, faculty, and mission.
pingry.org/ringthebell
Online at pingry.org/give
Venmo PayPal Google Pay
Apple Pay
By Mail:
Pingry Development Office
131 Martinsville Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Checks payable to: The Pingry School
By Phone:
Gifts can be made by calling Jessica St. Marie, Director of Annual Giving, at 908-647-5555, ext. 1219
Donor-Advised Funds:
To make your gift via a DAF, please note Pingry’s EIN and Federal Tax ID Number: 22-1493168
In Person:
At the Development Office, located on the Basking Ridge Campus Pledge: pingry.org/pledge and pay it by June 30, 2027
Appreciated Securities, Stock, and Wire Transfers:
Please contact Derrick Shearer, Director of Prospect Management, Research, and Analytics, at 908-647-5555, ext. 1265
Matching Gifts:
If you are affiliated with a company that has a matching gift program, you can double or triple your gift to Pingry. Visit pingry.org/matching-gifts
As Pingry moves into the future, there are ample opportunities to augment and create spaces, as well as support our students and faculty. For further information about establishing an endowment and/or naming a facility or space on campus, please contact Jane Hoffman ’94, P’26, ’27, ’28, Director of Development, at jhoffman@pingry.org or 908-647-5555, ext. 1222.
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Recognition is based on the total amount of gifts, matching gifts, and pledge payments received during the fiscal year starting July 1 and ending June 30. Donors who wish to remain anonymous in their giving amount may do so.
Members of the Pingry community who contribute $1,861 or more to The Pingry Fund in a given year are recognized at the annual 1861 Leadership Society Reception and in Pingry’s Annual Report.
The 1861 Society exemplifies the selfless leadership, commitment, and dedication of those who have built Pingry into the outstanding institution it is today and those who want to preserve and continue its mission for tomorrow. This steadfast support of the School is perpetuated annually through 1861 membership.
All Pingry Fund donors who contributed $1,861 or more in fiscal year 26 are invited to a thank you celebration on September 16, 2026 in Basking Ridge. Invitation to follow.
Volunteering at Pingry is a great way to meet fellow parents and become more connected to the community.
The Pingry School Parents’ Association (PSPA) pingry.org/pspa
As the official parent and guardian organization of Pingry, the PSPA is dedicated to fostering deep involvement and a lasting sense of belonging across both campuses.
Every parent and guardian of a current student is automatically a member of the PSPA. They act as a vibrant hub for the community, hosting gatherings while providing essential support for Pingry’s signature traditions throughout the year.
Pingry’s diverse volunteer opportunities include:
Pingry Parent Socials
Friday Night Lights
Big Blue Pride
Lower School Book Fair
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Events
MLK All-School Day of Service
. . . and so much more!
Parent Volunteer Committee members for each grade play a vital role in supporting Pingry’s efforts to encourage parent giving. These dedicated volunteers serve as an essential bridge between the School and fellow parents, sharing Pingry’s goals and needs while highlighting the importance of parent giving.
Our volunteers enjoy many opportunities to meet other parents, become better acquainted with their children’s classmates, and experience life at Pingry.
Key responsibilities include contacting a small number of families and encouraging them to join you in making a gift, promoting Ring the Bell our annual Pingry Fund kick-off—and thanking families for their gifts.
If you are interested in becoming a Pingry Fund Volunteer, please contact Margaret von der Linden at 908-647-5555, Ext. 1299.
Class of 2027 Family BBQ
September 3, 2026
PSPA Volunteer Fair
(Basking Ridge Campus)
September 8, 2026
PSPA Volunteer Fair (Short Hills Campus)
September 9, 2026
1861 Leadership Society Reception
September 16, 2026
PSPA All-Parent & Guardian
Meeting & Coffee
September 17, 2026
Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony and Reception
September 25, 2026
Homecoming
September 26, 2026
Friday Night Lights
October 16, 2026
Ring the Bell:
Pingry’s Annual Celebration of Giving
October 21 - 22, 2026
PSPA Thanks-for-Giving Food Drive
November 2 - 13, 2026
New York City Reception
December 11, 2026
PSPA MLK All-School Day of Service
January 18, 2027
Vero Beach Reception
February 1, 2027
Palm Beach Reception
February 3, 2027
Naples Reception
February 4, 2027
PSPA Pingry on Ice
February 20, 2027
Los Angeles Reception
March 2, 2027
Washington, DC Reception
April 18, 2027
PSPA All-Parent & Guardian
Meeting & Coffee
April 22, 2027
Senior Stars Under the Stars and Senior Parent Reception
April 30, 2027
Reunion
May 7-8, 2027
All-Parent Volunteer Thank You
Cocktail Reception
May 13, 2027
Jersey Shore Reception
July 10, 2027
Nantucket Reception
July 27, 2027
Consult the All-School Calendar for a comprehensive list of events throughout the school year. Dates subject to change.
The Pingry Parent Portal
pingry.org/parentportal
On the parent portal, you will find: student academics; sports and event schedules; faculty, staff, and student directories; event registration; announcements; and other resources needed to guide you and your student through the school year.
The BBB, an online bulletin board that has everything you need to know including upcoming events, key dates, important news, and announcements. An email is sent to all parents, faculty, and staff every Thursday at 12:00 p.m. to highlight new information.
The Flex is an online publication with student interest stories showcasing the Pingry community. This is emailed on a monthly basis.
Back-to-School Guide
pingry.org/backtoschool
Here you will find all the information you need for the new school year, including: School schedules, Dress Code, Family Handbook, and athletics pre-season dates.
Website pingry.org
On the website, you will find things like: athletics schedules, school news, volunteer opportunities, community engagement information, and curriculum guides.
Social Media
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook:
@thepingryschool
@pingryarts
@pingryathletics
Cecily Allison
Individual Philanthropic Advisor
callison@pingry.org Ext. 1221
Mackenzie Eford Assistant Director of Development, Alumni Annual Giving meford@pingry.org Ext. 1270
Katie Gardner
Individual Philanthropic Advisor kgardner@pingry.org Ext. 1298
David Fahey ’99 P’33,’34,’38 Chief Advancement Officer dfahey@pingry.org Ext. 1234
Caitlin Farrell Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement cfarrell@pingry.org Ext. 1266
Cait Finneran
Assistant Director of Development, Events and Community Engagement cfinneran@pingry.org Ext. 1285
Jane Hoffman ’94 P’26,’27,’28
Director of Development jhoffman@pingry.org Ext. 1222
Dawn Lozada
Individual Philanthropic Advisor dlozada@pingry.org Ext. 1287
Taylor Noonan
Director of Alumni Relations tnoonan@pingry.org Ext. 1223
Tanya Reyes-Storey Assistant Director of Advancement Services treyesstorey@pingry.org Ext. 1294
Stacy Schuessler Annual Giving and Community Engagement Associate sschuessler@pingry.org Ext. 1271
Jennifer Slotwinski Associate Director of Development, Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations jslotwinski@pingry.org Ext. 1236
Derrick Shearer Director of Prospect Management, Research, and Analytics dshearer@pingry.org Ext. 1265
Izzy Vasile Campaign Assistant ivasile@pingry.org Ext. 1238
Jessica St. Marie Associate Director of Development, Director of Annual Giving jstmarie@pingry.org Ext. 1219
Margaret von der Linden Assistant Director of Development, Annual Giving and Parent Engagement mvonderlinden@pingry.org Ext. 1299
