There are many opportunities for giving. Donors may wish to consider several plans for making tax-deductible char-itable contributions. The Development Office is available to help donors select projects to match their philanthropic interests with Slade's needs.

Contributions may be made in various forms:

1. Direct contributions
2. Pledges over a period of time
3. Bequests
4. Gifts of securities or real property
5. Life insurance policies

Other gift avenues include:

1. Memorial gifts are a distinguished way to remember the deceased. A named scholarship, a named curriculum fund, a named restricted fund, a gift to the library or a gift to the Technology Fund are avenues of giving.
2. The Technology Fund is a fund used solely to explore and purchase new educational advances in technology for our students.
3. A Grant is a monetary gift, which funds an item or program. It is made directly to Slade and can be restricted to a particular use or can be unrestricted. This gift is usually allocated and spent within a twelve-month period.
4. A Matching Gift is a monetary gift to the school by a participating employer to match the employee's gift. This method of giving is a double benefit to Slade. Check with your employer to see if they will match your gift and to receive the appropriate paperwork.

Mass Cards are available and may be obtained through the school Development Office in support of this fund. A minimum five-dollar donation is requested. Several styles of cards for both living and deceased are avail-able. The Children's Masses will be held at Slade for the offering of the prayers.

If you are interested in discussing any of these options or gift opportunities, please contact the Development Office at 410-766-8614.