Parent Brochure 2026-27

Giving and Getting Involved at Pingry

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.

PHILANTHROPY AT PINGRY Why Does Pingry Need to Raise Money?

How Much Should I Give Each Year?

The Pingry Fund is essential to the life of the School. It provides

Every gift matters. We ask each family to give as generously

6% of the School’s operating revenue, helping address

as they are able. The amount is less important than your

immediate needs while supporting long-term priorities. This

participation—your involvement sends a powerful message of

critical funding enables Pingry to deliver the well-rounded, high-

support for Pingry’s mission.

quality education that prepares students for success.

Why Is Parent Participation So Important?

Does Pingry Have a Fundraising Gala?

High parent participation reflects strong community support and

No. Pingry does not host fundraising galas or special events to

reinforces confidence in our mission. It also plays a key role in

raise money. Instead, the School relies on annual gifts from

attracting foundations and corporate matching gifts, which

parents, alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, and friends to

often consider participation rates when awarding funding.

The Pingry Fund to support the exceptional programs, people, and experiences that define a Pingry education.

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THE PINGRY FUND

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.

A N EW M I L ESTO N E : 2026 was the first year The Pingry Fund surpassed $4.5 million!

RING THE BELL FOR THE PINGRY FUND

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

WAYS OF GIVING Online at pingry.org/give

In Person:

Venmo

At the Development Office, located on the Basking Ridge

PayPal

Campus

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

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.

DONOR RECOGNITION Giving Societies The Parker Road Society $50,000 - $99,999 The Excellence Council $25,000 - $49,999 The John F. Pingry Society $20,000 - $24,999 The Master’s Circle $15,000 - $19,999

The Reverentia Associates $10,000 - $14,999 Short Hills Campus Lower School (Grades K–5) 50 Country Day Drive Short Hills, NJ 07078 973-379-4550

The Honor Council $5,000 - $9,999

Basking Ridge Campus Middle & Upper Schools (Grades 6–12) 131 Martinsville Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 908-647-5555

The Magistri Fellows $2,500 - $4,999

Pottersville Campus K–12 Experiential Learning Campus 51 Pottersville Road Pottersville, NJ 07979 908-647-5555

2024-2025 ANNUAL REPORT ON PHILANTHROPY 2024-2025

The Head of School’s Circle $100,000 and above

Annual Report on Philanthropy

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The Founder’s Society $1,861 - $2,499

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All donors are recognized in our Annual Report on Philanthropy.

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.

pingry.org/ar25

1861 Society

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 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

Lower School Book Fair

Friday Night Lights

Faculty and Staff Appreciation Events

Big Blue Pride

MLK All-School Day of Service . . . and so much more!

Tim Lear and Usha Shah, PSPA President 2026-2027

Pingry Fund Parent Committee 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.

ANNUAL EVENTS Class of 2027 Family BBQ September 3, 2026

Friday Night Lights October 16, 2026

Los Angeles Reception March 2, 2027

PSPA Volunteer Fair (Basking Ridge Campus) September 8, 2026

Ring the Bell: Pingry’s Annual Celebration of Giving October 21 - 22, 2026

Washington, DC Reception April 18, 2027

PSPA Volunteer Fair (Short Hills Campus) September 9, 2026

PSPA Thanks-for-Giving Food Drive November 2 - 13, 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

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

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.

Lower School Book Fair

Pingry on Ice

MLK All-School Day of Service

Big Blue Pride at Homecoming

Celebrate Pingry!

STAY CONNECTED 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.

Big Blue Bulletin (BBB) 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 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

OUR DEVELOPMENT TEAM

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

Jane Hoffman ’94 P’26,’27,’28 Director of Development jhoffman@pingry.org Ext. 1222

Caitlin Farrell Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement cfarrell@pingry.org Ext. 1266

Dawn Lozada Individual Philanthropic Advisor dlozada@pingry.org Ext. 1287

Cait Finneran Assistant Director of Development, Events and Community Engagement cfinneran@pingry.org Ext. 1285

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