Many families ask, “Where does the money we raise actually go?” The simple answer is: fundraising helps us close the gap between what it costs to educate each child and what we charge for tuition.
At St. Stephen’s, tuition for one student is $6,038, but the actual cost to educate each student is $10,365.54. That leaves a difference of $4,327.54 per child, which the parish covers. Fundraising allows us to support the parish in covering this gap and make a Catholic education affordable for all families.
In addition, fundraising helps us take care of larger expenses that tuition alone doesn’t cover, such as:
Building needs – roofs, parking lots, heating/cooling systems, and classroom updates
Safety and security – technology upgrades, cameras, secure doors, playground safety
Learning resources – curriculum materials, classroom technology, and student support services
Faith life – sacramental preparation, retreat opportunities, and Catholic identity programs
Every dollar raised makes a real difference—it helps us keep tuition at a level families can afford while still providing a safe, faith-filled, and excellent education for your children. Thank you for making this possible!