Annual giving is the most important fundraising priority at Gulliver Schools. Tuition covers only the basics of the school’s operating costs. The impact of annual giving on the school budget is critical to maintaining Gulliver’s tradition of excellence. Fundraising resources are used to address equipment and facility needs, enhance program development, attract and retain an excellent faculty and staff, as well as build and plan for the future.
 
It runs annually from July 1st through June 30th and consists of the following areas:  

 

• The Annual Fund
• Endowment Funds
• Building Projects/Campaigns

Endowment giving is unique in that it establishes a permanent fund that provides perpetual, annual support for Gulliver Schools. Gulliver is committed to building its endowment to help develop and ensure the school’s long-term financial security. Endowment fund donors may decide to designate their gift to one of the established endowments or inquire about initiating a new one.

 

Initiating a new endowment has a threshold amount of $25,000 which enables our benefactors to create a lasting legacy in their name or in the name of someone they wish to honor or memorialize. The initial gift of $25,000 or more will never be touched, and since it is invested, it will grow each year. Only interest income from the endow­ment will be used for the purpose you designate.

 

For more information on endowment giving, contact the Office of Advancement at 786.709.4081

 

Named Endowments

General Endowment: Established with proceeds raised from the 50th an­niversary gala; supports the school’s general opera­tions

 

Joseph A. Krutulis Memorial Endowment: Established by the Krutulis family and past parents; supports students that qualify for tuition assistance

 

Faculty/Staff Endowment: Established with proceeds raised from the 2008 “Tropicana Nights” fundraising event; supports faculty and staff salaries, recruitment, and retention.

Gulliver Schools is constantly involved in a self-evaluation process to ensure that our students are receiving the best education in the best facilities. To this end, Gulliver Schools raises funds to construct new buildings, enhance current facilities, and continually improve our program offerings through increased and updated technology projects.

Building Projects

Gulliver Schools has several major building and capital projects in progress, along with many proposed projects, designed to complement and enhance the exceptional educational experience our students receive. The direction and timeline for completion of our major building projects is currently donor driven, with a goal of raising the majority of the required funds prior to commencing construction.

We depend on fundraising to support construction costs associated with capital projects and to cover expenditures beyond general operations. Many of our capital donations are received in the form of a pledge in which donation payments are spread over multiple years. There also are several naming opportunities available for each project.

Gulliver expresses its sincerest appreciation to all who have contributed to a capital project. Without your support, capital projects would not be possible. Please contact Ted Milford, senior director of advancement, or call 786.709.4081 for additional information.

Current and Proposed Capital Projects 

 

Location	Status	Cost*
Academy Campus
Baseball Facility Renovation	Proposed	$2.2 M
Gym/Auditorium	Proposed	$7 M
Natatorium	Proposed	$6.5 M
New C Building	Proposed	$3 M
New Classroom Building	Proposed	$2.6 M
New G Building	Proposed	$3 M
Pavilion Building	Proposed	$2.4 M
Miller Drive Campus
New Building	Proposed	$5.4 M
Preparatory Campus
Aquatic Center	Completed	$5 M
Athletic Complex	Proposed	$3 M
Library Media Center	Completed	$3.5 M
Multi Purpose Athletic Complex (Athletic Fields)	Completed	$1.7 M
New Music Facility	Proposed	$2.5 M
Weight Room Renovation	Completed	$250 K

 

*Projected figures based on current construction costs

Gulliver also welcomes matching gifts as well as honorary and memorial gifts. These gifts are a way to multiply your generosity through your employer. Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees. Find out if your company has a matching gift policy here. Complete a Matching Gift Form from your company's Human Resource Office and return it along with your pledge card and your gift.

Planned Giving is a process of charitable, legal, financial and tax planning that enhances your philanthropy and enables you to address other financial and estate planning issues while making a gift.

Planned gifts include life income plans (pooled income funds, annuities, and remainder trusts), as well as lead trusts, bequests, real estate, tangible personal property, closely held stock, life insurance, and gifts of a remainder interest in a home. Each gift option offers various benefits. For more information or for assistance in exploring the various options and your personal benefits, contact the Office of Advancement at 786.709.4081.

These gifts are a way to honor someone special with a gift supporting Gulliver.

With all giving oppertunities, you have the ability yo pay tribute to someone special by specifing an honorary/memorial designation.