Giving

Welcome

Generosity is one of the hallmarks of our Sacred Heart community.

Time and time again, our community answers the call with resources, expertise, time, dedication, and, of course, financial gifts. Without this support, we could not continue to provide the outstanding educational experience for which we are known. From alums to parents, grandparents to faculty, friends to foundations — all share a deep and abiding belief in and commitment to our unique Mission and the incredible legacy this School has made for all who are part of it.

Donate online with a credit card

As a not-for-profit, independent school, we receive no outside funding and rely instead on the generosity of our community. Our gratitude, as a result, knows no bounds.

Philanthropy is an important part of the Sacred Heart culture. That’s because our tuition only covers about 90% of our expenses — things like salaries, books, and supplies. The gaps — things like innovative new technology, professional development, and the operation and maintenance of our historic and iconic building — aren’t covered, and yet they’re imperative. That’s why our Annual Giving Fund is a crucial fundraising priority for the School. Additionally, as an inclusive school that seeks both ethnic and socio-economic diversity, we manage a robust Bursary Fund that provides needs-based funding for students wanting a Sacred Heart education who otherwise would not be able to afford it.

Ways to Give

Online by Credit Card, either as a one-time gift or through monthly payments

Please use our secure, online donation form. We encourage you to consider setting up monthly payments for a convenient and cost-effective way to give.

Cheque, wire transfer, or e-transfer

Cheques made payable to Sacred Heart can be dropped off in person to Reception, or mailed to: Advancement Department, Sacred Heart School of Halifax, 5820 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, NS, B3H 1X8.

To make a wire transfer, please contact our Business Office at 902-422-4459 or contact Miriam Martin by email at mmartin@shsh.ca

To make an e-transfer, please email donations@shsh.ca and indicate the fund you wish to support.

Matching Gifts

Some employers match gifts made by their employees. If your employer affords you this opportunity, we would love to be considered as your charity of choice!

Gifts of Stock or Mutual Funds

To make a donation of publicly traded securities, please direct your financial advisor to connect directly with our broker:
Terri MacPhail
Email: terri.macphail@cibc.ca
Telephone number: (902) 420-8263

The security will be valued according to its value at the close of trade on the date it is received, and a charitable tax receipt will be issued by Sacred Heart to the donor for this amount.

Planned Giving

Including Sacred Heart in your estate planning is a wonderful way to honour our School and a thoughtful means of supporting our ongoing legacy for generations to come. Deferred gifts of privately held stock, charitable trusts, life insurance, and land are also considered planned gifts. Talk to your financial advisor about these giving opportunities that will help Sacred Heart well into the future.

All gifts over $10 will receive a charitable donation receipt and our immense gratitude.

If you would like to discuss the option that works best for you, please contact our Director of Advancement, Miriam Regan, at 902-422-4459×402 or by email at mregan@shsh.ca

“When we sent our oldest daughter to Sacred Heart, we were immediately struck by how engaged and involved parents were in school life. We now have three girls at school and are constantly reminded of how fortunate we are to have the girls learning in an environment that is nurturing, respectful, and attentive to their needs. Parental involvement – be it through committee involvement, chaperoning field trips, donating, being a class parent, or many other ways – is integral to creating that environment.”

Andrew Black