Stephanie Galer presented the Fund Development Financial Report for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. Gifts made through June 30, 2020, are included in the report, although there may be a few minor updates coming as the Business Office continues to process financials.

Gather & Grow giving ended the year at approximately $119K, which is 79% of our $150K goal. The end of the year did not see the usual levels of giving, primarily due to uncertainty and impacts of COVID-19.

The committee discussed the Fund Development goals that were established pre-COVID and incorporated into the approved fiscal year budget. Given the ongoing impacts to the Fund Development program, including the inability to hold in-person events and staff/resource constraints, revisions to the fundraising goals will be considered based on what is manageable and attainable.

Stephanie Galer presented a draft of the 2020-2021 Fund Development Plan. The committee discussed stated assumptions around in-person events, mailings, and digital fundraising tactics, as well as communication vehicles. Alternate methods of showing gratitude to major donors were discussed, including a video thank you, a restaurant offer, and recognition on the school marquees. Any committed benefits should be revisited since COVID may impact the school's ability to fulfill them completely.

Susannah recommended pushing out November fundraising communications before the election. A communication from Chuck to the school family was recommended to show all the ways families can support the school, including financial support to the Gather & Grow fund.

Due to the uncertainty of the pandemic, and in order to focus resources on a single plan to execute, the committee recommends that the spring fundraising event Wonderball is not held in person. Stephanie will begin conversations to recruit an event planning committee, and Susannah offered to facilitate a connection with her colleagues who have executed numerous virtual events. There was discussion about ensuring there are equitable opportunities for families at any sort of virtual event/auction (e.g., Teacher Time experiences).

The committee discussed the need to connect with PTCA to determine what to do with the sponsorship program for 2020-2021. Sabrina is seeking a member of the committee to serve as the committee partner, with the Fund Development Coordinator, to work through the plan and recommendations with the PTCA.

The committee will meet monthly through December and will reevaluate the frequency of meetings at that time.