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Donations are vital funding that allows us to deliver an exceptional education and maintain an innovative learning environment. The generous support we've received from parents, staff and alumni has been instrumental in the growth and development of the HTS you see today. 

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Donate

Donations are vital funding that allows us to deliver an exceptional education and maintain an innovative learning environment. The generous support we've received from parents, staff and alumni has been instrumental in the growth and development of the HTS you see today. 

As a not-for-profit organization, HTS devotes all our resources to our primary purpose - delivering an outstanding educational program.

When you support HTS, you allow us to invest in our incredible programs, people and spaces. Join us in our mission to provide a learning environment where every learner is seen, heard and empowered to make an impact in their communities and the world.  

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 Our contributions help create a community where our children can thrive, learn, and develop strong character. Together, we can make a lasting impact on their future.
 
- Ron Caruso and Antoinette DeSimini-Caruso 
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Annual Fund
 
The Annual Fund supports the school's vision and initiatives beyond tuition costs. These funds enhance facilities, implement new programs, and provide financial aid, enabling extraordinary experiences for all learners.
 
Each year, the HTS community comes together through financial contributions to the Annual Fund, going beyond tuition to inspire the school's future vision.
 
Your support for the Annual Fund can be directed to either of the following initiatives:
 
Head’s Discretionary Fund
 
Designated by the Head of School, these funds are allocated to areas that require enhancements to support innovative programming. This might include outfitting classrooms with new equipment or funding new initiatives. The Head’s Discretionary Fund allows us to elevate learning experiences for our students throughout the year.
 
Graduation Endowment Fund

In 2006, the graduating class established the Graduation Endowment Fund, a philanthropic initiative to support student financial assistance. Students and parents were invited to contribute to build a sustainable fund that could provide aid to those in need. This collective effort by the class laid the foundation for an impactful legacy that continues to benefit HTS students to this day.

The generosity of the Class of 2006 and subsequent classes has provided financial aid to students since 2012. In 2016, the first student assisted by the Graduation Endowment Fund graduated.

On behalf of all past, current, and future beneficiaries, thank you to the families who have supported this incredible legacy, which will continue to benefit students for years to come.

Student Financial Assistance

The HTS endowment provides student financial assistance through scholarships, bursaries, and awards. 
 
With the support of donors, HTS has set up endowment funds. An endowment is truly the gift that keeps on giving, as your gift is protected and only the investment income is spent.
 
As a result of the investment income generated by our endowment, four worthy students receive a full scholarship to HTS every year. In addition, several smaller scholarships, bursaries, and awards are given to HTS students annually.
Donations can be made as one-time gifts, recurring contributions, or pledged commitments. All donations are eligible for charitable tax receipts in accordance with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) guidelines.
Matching Program

Many companies offer matching gift programs for employee donations. Check if your employer participates - Imagine the possibilities: every dollar you contribute could have twice the impact!

Monetary Gifts

Donations can be made by cheque payable to Holy Trinity School or credit cards to support HTS, by mail to 11300 Bayview Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1L4 or online. You can also call us at (905) 737-1114 ext. 275.

Gifts of Stocks and Security

Donating appreciated securities is a tax-efficient way to support HTS. You'll receive a tax deduction for the fair market value on the transfer date, exempt from capital gains tax. We'll sell the securities and allocate funds as per your wishes.

Donation of Securities form here

Life Insurance

Transform small premium payments into a significant gift through life insurance donations. Options include:

  • Naming HTS as beneficiary on a new policy
  • Donating an existing policy
  • Gifting a paid-up policy you no longer need

Each option offers unique charitable tax benefits.

U.S. Taxpayers

We've partnered with Friends of Independent Schools and Better Education (FRISBE) to provide U.S. charitable tax receipts. For more information, visit here. 

Planned Giving

Leave a lasting legacy that reflects your values through planned giving. Including HTS in your will is a straightforward process that allows you to maintain control of your assets. You can modify your will or bequest at any time.

Naming our school as a beneficiary can potentially reduce your estate's tax burden when properly planned. Additionally, you may consider designating us as a beneficiary of registered plans such as RRSPs, RRIFs, or TFSAs.

Other possible legacy gifts include:

  • Charitable gift annuities
  • Gifts of real estate
  • Remainder/residual interest gifts
  • Gifts of registered funds and pension funds

By planning your giving, you ensure that your support continues to make an impact long into the future, aligning with your philanthropic goals and values.

 

United Way

At your request, your United Way donation can be directed to HTS, ensuring your support reaches the programs and initiatives you care about.

Gifts-in-kind

Gifts-in-kind include, but are not limited to, items such as musical instruments, real estate, and school event related items. To issue a tax receipt, an independent written appraisal may be required to establish the fair market value of the gift.

HTS reserves the right to refuse gifts that do not benefit us or cannot be preserved or displayed appropriately, such as cultural property. All gifts-in-kind must be coordinated through the Office of Community Relations and Development.

 
 
HTS Gala

Since 1998, the HTS Community has come together every two years to celebrate and raise funds to further establish the school as a leader in education.

While these needs vary year to year, the common thread is providing additional programs, cutting-edge equipment and transformative opportunities for our students.

Join us to build the legacy of HTS for future generations of students.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General Information

Legal Name: Holy Trinity School Educational Network
Charitable Registration No.: 122397417RR0001

For more information, please contact:

Eliza Bianchi
Executive Director of Community Relations and Development
905-737-1114 ext. 271
ebianchi@hts.on.ca

*Always speak with a Certified Financial Planner and/or lawyer before making a planned gift.

Important Note

This information is not intended to provide any financial, legal, or tax-related advice.

We encourage you to seek independent professional advice from a qualified advisor before making any decisions regarding donations or estate planning.