Ways to Give

Giving

Ways to Give

There are many ways to support the mission of GRACE and make a lasting impact on students, families, and educators. Whether through a one-time gift, recurring donation, employer matching gift, endowment contribution, planned gift, stock transfer, or other giving opportunity, your generosity helps strengthen Catholic education today and for generations to come.

Explore the options below to find the giving method that best aligns with your philanthropic goals and the impact you wish to make.

Planned Giving

By sharing meaningful donations with GRACE that benefit students today or by leaving lasting gifts for generations to come, your generosity creates a legacy for Catholic education.

  • Please make checks payable to GRACE Catholic Schools and mail or deliver your gift to:
    1822 Riverside Dr.
    Green Bay, WI 54301
  • Please include your preferred gift designation in the memo line so we can direct your contribution to the area that matters most to you.
  • Make a secure online gift using your credit or debit card.
  • Simply click here and indicate how you would like your gift to make an impact in the designation field.
  • Spread your generosity over time. Whether through monthly recurring gifts or a multi-year pledge, your ongoing support provides reliable funding for our students, educators, and schools. 
  • Click here and select “Monthly”.
  • Donating appreciated stocks or securities may provide valuable tax advantages while making a significant impact on Catholic education.
  • Contact us for transfer instructions via phone at 920-499-7330, ext. 1030.
  • Create a lasting legacy by establishing or supporting an endowed fund. Your gift is invested in perpetuity, with earnings providing annual support for the mission and priorities you care about most. 
  • Include GRACE Catholic Schools in your estate plans through a bequest, trust, retirement account, or other planned gift. Your legacy will help strengthen Catholic education for generations to come. 
  • For more information, contact Nate Tackaberry at 920-499-7330, ext. 1030.
  • Honor a loved one, celebrate a special occasion, or recognize someone who has made a difference in your life. Your gift creates a meaningful and lasting tribute while supporting our mission. 
  • Contact us at 920-499-7330, ext. 1030.
  • Many employers will match charitable contributions made by their employees, doubling, or even tripling, the impact of your gift.
  • Check with your employer to see if your company participates or contact us at 920-499-7330, ext. 1030.
  • Donate goods, equipment, supplies, or professional services that directly support our schools and students.
  • Please contact us at 920-499-7330, ext. 1030, before making an in-kind donation to discuss current needs. 
  • Share your time and talents through volunteer service. Whether assisting at events, serving on Site Advisory Council or committee, or lending your professional expertise, your service makes a meaningful difference. 

Endowed Giving

When you make a donation to an endowment, your gift can last forever. Endowment donations are invested. A portion of the annual income from the investment is used to support the immediate needs at GRACE. The remaining funds are reinvested to ensure indefinite support.

GRACE works in partnership with the Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Green Bay for our existing endowments and scholarship funds.

Green Bay Area Catholic Education System Endowment

This endowment was established to benefit programs and operations of the GRACE system.

Green Bay Area Catholic Education Scholarship

The GRACE Scholarship was established to provide tuition assistance for students in the GRACE system.

Richard J. and Ann M. Jilot Scholarship Fund

This scholarship fund was established to assist students with financial needs, with preference to St. Bernard students.

Paul J. Schierl Scholarship Endowment–GRACE

This endowment was established to assist students with financial needs at any GRACE school with first preference to SJPII students.

Ed and Carol LaMere Family Catholic Education Fund

The Ed and Carol LaMere Family Catholic Education Fund was established for the greatest needs of Catholic education in the GRACE system.

Discussing Giving

Please contact the GRACE Advancement Office at (920) 499-7330, ext. 1030, to discuss giving planned gifts, endowed giving, establishing your own named fund for GRACE. With any planned gift, we recommend that you seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor.

If you include GRACE in your plans, please use our legal name and federal tax ID:
Legal Name: Green Bay Area Catholic Education, Inc.
Address: 1822 Riverside Drive, Green Bay, WI 54301
Federal Tax ID Number: 26-2752858

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