Scholarships
Donors may choose to create a scholarship with the Foundation. We have joined Scholarship America's Dollars for Scholars program and now scholarships from us go farther at participating colleges. At the minimum participating colleges agree to allow our scholarships to go towards the student's unmet need instead of reducing any aid from the college. Many participating colleges will match scholarships given by us, thus making our scholarships worth more.

Pledge Gifts
A gift that is spread over a period of time. For example, a donor's yearly gifts may take the form of monthly or quarterly payments rather than one lump sum payment.

Securities
Donors who choose to give appreciated stocks or other capital can claim a deduction based not on the purchase price, but rather on the fair market value of the gift at the time of the contribution. Donors receive credit for the appreciated value and do not have to pay capital gains tax.

Gifts-in-Kind
These are appropriate donated items or services which can be used, directly or indirectly, to further the foundation's mission. The value of the gift and the tax deduction are based on the fair market value at the time of the donation.

Memorials/Honorariums
Gifts may be given to honor an individual or to remember a special person who has passed away. The foundation will mail acknowledge cards to the appropriate people indicated by the donor.

Bequest
A bequest is a gift provided for in a will. The gift can take the form of cash, securities, real estate or personal property. It can be for a specified dollar amount or for a percentage of the total estate. The bequest is entirely exempt from federal estate taxes.

Matching Gifts
Many companies have programs that will match all or a portion of an employee's charitable donation. As an IRS 501C(3) rated charity, SCHS is fully qualified for any matching gift program.