Growing Burroughs' Annual Giving
Annual giving is a source of unrestricted funding that helps Burroughs meet the expected and the unexpected.Every year, annual giving is an essential source of revenue for the school. Annual gifts immediately support our educational programming, faculty/staff salaries, professional development, tuition assistance, and the quality, maintenance, and safety of our buildings and grounds.
Comprising more than 10% of the school’s operating budget, ALL annual gifts count, and gifts at all levels have an impact. Last year, 90% of current families and 30% of alumni made an annual gift, along with 15% of past families and 24% of grandparents — collectively contributing more than $3 million to the 2024-25 school year.
As we begin our second century, we ultimately need to grow our annual contributions to $3.1 million to meet the needs of our talented faculty and students. For those who are already giving, we hope you will continue to renew your support each year. If you've never given or it's been a few years, we hope you will consider giving back to Burroughs to ensure the school continues to be a place where students can thrive and grow. Your gift supports every student, every day — be a part of making that happen!
Blue & Gold Society
Donors who give $1,923 or more are members of our Blue & Gold Society. These donors collectively donate over 90% of all dollars given to Burroughs each year.
- Centennial Circle: $50,000+
- Head's Circle: $35,000
- Leadership: $25,000
- Benefactor: $17,500
- Patron: $12,500
- Partner: $7,500
- Friend: $3,500
- Member: $1,923
BURR OAK SOCIETY
Donors who give between $1 and $1,922 play a significant role in our levels of participation, collectively donating 77% of all gifts to the Burroughs Annual Fund. Gifts at every level really do matter and members of our Burr Oak Society collectively donate over $500,000 annually.
Ten in Ten for Young Alums
Alums who are 10 years out or less (classes of 2015-2025) from graduating are invited to commit to $10 for every year since graduation. It’s a meaningful way to show your support—and lead by example!
Your participation matters most to us. Suggested giving amounts by graduation year:
- 2015: $110
- 2016: $100
- 2017: $90
- 2018: $80
- 2019: $70
- 2020: $60
- 2021: $50
- 2022: $40
- 2023: $30
- 2024: $20
- 2025: $10
