2024 Giving Day
St. Joseph Hill Academy is dedicated to our Patron and Protector, Saint Joseph. On March 19, 2024, in celebration of the Feast of the Solemnity of St. Joseph, SJHA will be hosting our Annual Giving Day to build upon the legacy begun by the Daughters of Divine Charity in 1919 and to strengthen and build our Academy in perpetuity.
SJHA’s Giving Day is a one-day, 24-hour, online Giving Day designed to challenge our community to support Hill students. St. Joseph Hill Academy continues our unwavering commitment to our mission of providing an outstanding, high-quality Catholic education to our over 1,000 students. To continue to grow this great legacy and build the future of Hill, we turn to YOU!
All donors who give on Giving Day will be listed on our SJHA Virtual Donor Wall!
Donors of $500 or more will be enrolled in The 1919 Society.
Our Hill GEMs - those who generously Give.Every.Month One of the best ways to show your support for Hill is to promise a monthly gift of $100 or more or a yearly recurring gift of $1,000. Donors who join the Hill GEM Society will receive a selection of Hill Branded items!
Challenge #2: 1st and final Donor of SJHA’s 2024 Giving Day
Gifts of $1,919 and above, to commemorate the Founding Year 1919, will be recognized with a special membership gift.
All Gifts $100+ from Hill “Lifers”, Graduates of the SJHA Elementary and High School will receive a Hill gift!
All gifts from New Donors of $150 or more will receive a special welcome gift.
Give in Honor of your “Joseph” Namesakes. In Honor of all our loved ones who are named Joseph, Josephine, Josette, JoAnne, Joelle, Giuseppe, etc., All Donors who give in Honor or Memory of a “Joseph” Namesake will have their name entered into a drawing to win a St. Joseph Hill Academy Tote filled with Hill treats.
WHAT IS SJHA'S GIVING DAY?
St. Joseph Hill Academy’s Giving Day is a one-day online day of giving designed to challenge our loyal Alumni; Students; Parents; Administration; Board; Faculty and Staff; Corporate Partners; and Friends of our Academy, to support our students. On this day, the entire Hill community will come together to continue the mission of the Daughters of Divine Charity to make God’s love visible to all. Giving Day is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19th in celebration of the Feast of the Solemnity of St. Joseph, our Patron Saint.
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Why donate on Giving Day?
Without the support of our donors, St. Joseph Hill would not be the outstanding institution it is today. Our donors have funded student scholarships, supported teaching innovation, financed major capital improvements, and helped lay a strong foundation for Hill’s future. For over one hundred years, St. Joseph Hill Academy has set the standard for outstanding K-12 education. We are proud to educate students who are prepared to face the future with faith, hope, determination, and conviction that they will make a difference in the world. We reflect on how far we have come, from our founding in 1919, to the outstanding and widely respected educational institution we are today. We credit the dedicated Daughters of Divine Charity, our outstanding alumni, students, parents, administration, board, faculty and staff, and corporate partners for our success. However, none of this would be possible without the support of our loyal donors. There is no better day to maximize your impact than on the SJHA Giving Day, and … Our Specially Designed Challenges will help you make the most of your annual gift.
How can I make my gift?
On March 19th, visit the giving page to make a gift. Because this is a time-limited campaign, we strongly encourage you to make your gift online.
If you would like to mail your gift by check, you can make your check payable to St. Joseph Hill Academy. Please indicate “SJHA Giving Day 2024” on the memo line of your check. Mail to:
St. Joseph Hill Academy
Advancement and Alumni Relations Office
Madonna Hall
850 Hylan Boulevard
Staten Island, NY 10305
Where does my gift go and how does it make a difference?
Your contribution to Giving Day is a crucial source of funding that allows Hill to meet its most pressing needs. These funds are used to support critical school initiatives including student financial support, educational technology, educational innovation, capital improvements, faculty development, and so much more!
Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes. Contributions to support St. Joseph Hill Academy are tax-deductible as allowed by law. You will receive a receipt for your donation
How much should I give?
We are grateful for gifts of all sizes. No matter the size of your gift, you are adding to the value of a St. Joseph Hill Academy education. Every dollar counts!
Can my employer match my gift?
Thousands of companies match gifts, which can double or triple your gift. To find out if your employer (or your spouse’s employer) has a matching gift program, please search for your employer’s name here. If so, please contact your Human Resources representative for a matching gift form.
How can I get involved on Giving Day?
We need you to show your support and spread the word by posting about Giving Day across your social media channels. Use the hashtag #SJHAGivingDay to share the Giving Day fun! Your voice will make an enormous difference in the success of our 2024 Giving Day.
Who can I contact with questions about Giving Day?
For more information, please contact Dr. Elizabeth Basile, Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations at (718) 447-1374, Ext. 9163 or [email protected].