WHY IS GIVING DAY ON MARCH 21?

As more and more non-profits are moving to giving days outside of Giving Tuesday, the trend is to associate these types of events with a significant day for the organization. St. Bernard is no different. We selected March 21 as it is the Feast of St. Benedict - a major day of celebration for our monks and the entire school body!

WHEN CAN I MAKE MY DONATION TO GIVING DAY?

Anytime! The platform is open now to receive gifts and will continue to be open through March 31.

How can I participate?

Anyone can get involved with Giving Day! Simply by donating, you will make an impact. Please also post about Giving Day on social media using #SBPGivingDay.

How can I donate ON THIS SITE?

Click on the "Donate" tab at the top of this page or on the "Make a Gift" or "Give to St. Bernard" buttons above.

Then, share your experience! Post about it on social media. Email it. Encourage your friends to match your gift - there's no stronger advocate to your peers for St. Bernard than YOU!

Is there a minimum donation?

Yes. Our system accepts a minimum gift of $5.00 to participate in Giving Day.

I'm having trouble making my gift and/or I haven't received my gift confirmation email. What should I do?

If you have issues with the payment process, and/or if you haven't received your confirmation email and tax receipt, please email thooper@stbernardprep.com for assistance.

I CAN'T GIVE VIA CREDIT CARD. DO YOU ACCEPT CHECKS?

Yes. We gladly accept gifts by check, payable to the St. Bernard Educational Foundation.

You can mail your gift to: St. Bernard Prep School, Attn: Tyler Hooper, 1600 St. Bernard Dr. SE, Cullman, AL 35055. Please note "Giving Day 2022" on your check.

You will then be recognized as a donor on the Giving Day site, unless you request to remain anonymous.

Is my contribution tax deductible?

Yes. Charitable contributions made to St. Bernard Preparatory School and the St. Bernard Educational Foundation, both 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

We always recommend consulting with your tax advisor before you make any charitable gift.

Will I receive a receipt for my contribution?

Yes. We will send you an emailed receipt shortly after you complete your gift. A mailed receipt will then follow in the next few weeks.

When will my credit card be charged?

Immediately after finalizing your gift on the donation page. All transactions are one-time payments. Payment over time is not accepted.

What is your refund policy?

Charitable gifts to St. Bernard Preparatory School and the St. Bernard Educational Foundation are not refundable.

WILL I RECEIVE MORE THAN ONE ORNAMENT FOR A GIFT OVER $131?

Only if you make multiple gifts of $131 or more. An ornament will be mailed to a donor for every separate gift made of $131 or greater.

E.g., a donor making a single gift of $262 would receive one ornament. To receive two ornaments, a donor would need to make two separate gifts of at least $131 each.

HOW CAN I CONTACT ST. BERNARD WITH A GIVING-RELATED QUESTION?

Contact St. Bernard Chief Development Officer Tyler Hooper at (256) 255-5857 or email thooper@stbernardprep.com.

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY ORNAMENT(S)?

Ornaments will be mailed to donors in the weeks following the conclusion of the Giving Day 2022 campaign.

DO YOU ACCEPT QCD GIFTS FROM IRAS?

Yes, for those age 72+ we accept qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) from IRAs. Contact the Development Office at (256) 255-5857 or thooper@stbernardprep.com to let us know that your QCD is in process.

Please have your financial manager make the check payable to the St. Bernard Educational Foundation and note on the check or in the included paperwork that it is for "Giving Day 2022". QCDs can be mailed to: St. Bernard Prep School, Attn: Tyler Hooper, 1600 St. Bernard Dr. SE, Cullman, AL 35055.

St. Bernard Giving Day 2022

St. Bernard Giving Day 2022 Supporting the St. Bernard Educational Foundation

St. Bernard Giving Day 2022

St. Bernard Giving Day 2022 Supporting the St. Bernard Educational Foundation