The Annual Fund
The centerpiece of fund raising at PJDS is the school's Annual Fund appeal (AFPS Annual Fund for Perelman Schechter) raising unrestricted dollars. Tuition covers only 80-82% of the cost of educating a child at PJDS. Our Federation allocation represents another 8-10%. Therefore, each year the school must raise 9-11% of its budget to support enrichment, faculty recruitment and retention, professional growth and financial assistance. Annual Giving is a three pronged effort relying on the direct mail Annual Fund for Perelman Schechter (AFPS) appeal in the fall, a Tribute event in the spring, and a calendar ad book tied to the Tribute Event.

Memorial and Celebratory General and Library Donations
Memorial and Celebratory donations are another form of unrestricted giving to PJDS. Tribute gifts also help to make up the difference between the cost of education and tuition. The amount requested for sending out memorial or tribute cards is $10. Dedications of books in the school libraries in honor or memory of a person or occasion is $25. Contributions may be made online or contact Anita Bloovman at 610-658-2518 ext 208 or at abloovman@pjds.org.

Endowment Giving
PJDS' goal is to grow its endowment to $40 million. Thanks to the generosity of Sidney Kimmel the school is well on its way to make this goal a reality. We would like to establish endowment funds in the areas of financial assistance, professional development, and programming. These funds will establish a legacy that will support the school for generations to come. Gifts of $25,000 and more can be considered for a named fund.

Capital Giving
The Mission 1000 Capital/Endowment Building Campaign has raised $23 million to ensure that the school is equipped with the programming, space, and endowment necessary to move the school securely into the twenty-first century. Currently the school is in a quiet major gifts phase of this campaign. Mission 1000 will soon launch the Torah Talmidaynu campaign portion which will allow every member of the Perelman/Schechter "family" the opportunity to participate in this institution shaping endeavor.

Planned Giving
National statistics reveal that in the next decade over $10 trillion is expected to change hands through individual estates. Estate gifts in various forms are magnificent acts of tzedaka, especially when they memorialize the donor's name in perpetuity.

Ways to Give

• Cash - Write a check, use your VISA or MasterCard and receive a full tax deduction
• Securities - Donate appreciated long term securities, avoid tax on appreciation and receive a tax deduction equal tothe current market value of the stock
• Bequests - Designate Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School as a beneficiary in your estate
• Life Insurance - Take out a policy for Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School or donate policies whose protection you no longer need. You receive an immediate tax deduction.
• Charitable Residues - Leave the remaining assets in your will to Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School. This will reduce taxes otherwise payable by your estate.
• Annuity Trusts - Pays a fixed amount of income during your lifetime with substantial tax deductions. Raymondand Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School is the recipient of the remainder at the end of the trust.
• Unitrust - Pays a per cent of the trust each year of your life. Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day Schoolis the recipient of the remainder at the end of the trust.
• Charitable Lead Trust - Donate part of your estate to a trust now and the income goes into a fund you set up at the school. This reduces estate taxes.

Ask your accountant or attorney how you can maximize your tax benefits while ensuring the future for Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School. The school's Development Office and advisors are available to meet with you as well. For further information contact Susan W. Marks, Director of Development, 610-658-2518 ext. 218 or smarks@pjds.org.