The PNA STRIVE Fund
Participation Matters Most
Your gift, whatever the size, is needed and appreciated. Each year our goal is 100% of our parents, faculty, staff, and board contribute in a meaningful way to the PNA STRIVE Fund.
Give to the STRIVE Fund
Click here to make a donation online. For other ways to give, visit Ways to Give.
What is STRIVE?
PNA developed STRIVE. as a vision for academic success. PNA provides a safe place for students to become trailblazers, be responsible for themselves and others, always be inclusive, make sure their voice is heard, and always strive for excellence. We use STRIVE as a vision to guide our advancement goals for the future of PNA.
What is the STRIVE fund?
The PNA STRIVE Fund is our fall fundraising effort that makes up the difference between tuition and the actual cost of operating the school. Our budget is set so that tuition remains as low as possible, however the cost of tuition does not cover the full cost of a PNA education. Every year, PNA seeks 100% participation from all current parents, faculty, staff, and the board. We also seek support from the entire PNA community including alumni families, adult graduates, and community members.
Why should I consider a gift to the STRIVE Fund when I already pay tuition?
Annual gifts make up the difference between the income provided by tuition and the actual cost of operating the school. Additionally the STRIVE fund provides growth opportunities in classroom resources and teaching tools, educational technology, equipment, and continuing education for staff. Your gift to the STRIVE Fund campaign directly influences the educational experience all students have at PNA. The availability of more resources equals access to more educational tools and opportunities.
Why is 100% participation so important?
When PNA applies for foundation and corporate grants, and when we look for community partnerships, our STRIVE Fund campaign participation rate is one of the factors considered as those organizations make decisions.
How is the STRIVE fund used?
The money you donate to the STRIVE Fund is used within the fiscal year in which it is received and supports a portion of PNA’s operational needs. Most recently the STRIVE fund was used for upgrading the Spanish library, safety updates like the faculty relay communicators and the front door security, classroom technology upgrades, hiring the Middle School Musical Director, the gaga ball pit, replanting grass on the soccer field, the PNA garden, staff development, and a new basketball hoop.
Charitable giving is a necessary part of independent schools financial profile.
If you would like to make a gift by cash or check, please send to:
Pacific Northern Academy
Attn: Development Office
2511 Sentry Drive, STE 100
Anchorage, AK 99507
Please make checks payable to: Pacific Northern Academy
Questions
If you have any questions or inquiries, please reach out to:
Annie Graff
Director of Development & Outreach
Phone: (907) 333-1080
Email: agraff@pacificnorthern.org
“Students striving and pushing themselves to be better is what I believe great education should be.”
Dr. David Beal, Founder