To New Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Forsyth Annual Fund supports annual operating expenses, including educational programs, faculty and staff salaries, and campus maintenance. Campaign gifts fund long-term campus investments and capital improvements, such as the Williams Family Innovation Hub.
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No! Campaign commitments (pledges) can be structured for up to five years.
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Giving options include checks, appreciated securities, and grants from donor-advised funds or family foundations. Eligible donors age 70½ or older may also give through a qualified charitable distribution directly from an IRA.
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Because Forsyth School is a 501(c)(3) organization, direct charitable gifts to the To New Heights capital campaign are considered tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
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Campaign donors will be recognized in Forsyth's annual report, on Forsyth's website, and for gifts of $25,000 and above, on a permanent donor recognition plaque in the Williams Family Innovation Hub. Naming opportunities are also available at lead gift levels. Donors may request anonymity.
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No. The $7 million campaign goal represents the philanthropic portion of the project's funding. The full project cost will be funded through a combination of campaign gifts and strategic institutional financing.
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The Williams Family Innovation Hub will open with the start of the 2027/28 school year.
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Gerdine House will become home to Grade 3 for the 2027/28 school year.
The Power of Your Legacy
Forsyth is more than a school—it is a vibrant, inclusive community where students grow with curiosity, confidence, and compassion. It is a place where joy and challenge go hand in hand, and children find their individual voices AND a deep sense of belonging.
The To New Heights capital campaign will sustain and expand the very experiences that define Forsyth by fostering academic excellence, emotional growth, and a strong foundation for future success.
Leadership gifts will transform our learning environments, empower the next generation of leaders, and ensure that every student has access to the opportunities, support, and inspiration they need to thrive.
Leave a lasting legacy with Exclusive Recognition Opportunities:
Naming Rights to the Community Commons: $650,000
Naming Rights to the Main Entrance Vestibule: $650,000
Naming Rights to the Makerspace: $650,000
Naming Rights to Grade 6 Classrooms [1 remaining]: $500,000
Contact Amy Martin, Director of Advancement, at 314.338.7655 to discuss your gift today!