Why Give
As with all independent schools, tuition revenue alone does not cover the full cost of Rye Country Day’s annual operating budget. The Annual Fund helps to bridge this budget gap, and contributes vital funds to academic programs, need-based financial aid, teacher compensation, and other expenses. We ask all members of the School community, including families, alumni, parents of alumni, grandparents, faculty and staff, and friends to make a contribution each year.
Rye Country Day is extremely fortunate to have a traditionally dedicated philanthropic community. Over the past 20 years, current families historically have supported annual giving at a participation rate of 95% or higher. Our alumni community has also been committed with participation rates of 25% or higher. The national average for independent schools is 66% participation for current families and 9.8% for alumni.
Current Parent Participation
The 2024-25 Annual Fund runs from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. All gifts must be received within this time frame in order to appear in Rye Country Day’s 2024-2025 Annual Report.
Leadership Giving Levels
HEAD OF SCHOOL'S CIRCLE
Luminary Society
$100,000 or more
Leadership Society
$75,000-$99,999
Benefactor's Circle
$50,000-$74,999
Founder's Society
$35,000-$49,999
1869 Fellows
$20,000-$34,999
Cedar Street Circle
$15,000-$19,999
Charter Circle
$10,000-$14,999
Blue & Gold Council
$5,000-$9,999
Oak Tree Guild
$3,000-$4,999
SPONSORS
Wildcat Club
$1,500-$2,999
Varsity Club
$1,000-$1,499
RCDS Associates
$500-$999
ADDITIONAL ALUMNI CATEGORIES
Alumni Leaders
$250-$499
Alumni 100% Club
$100-$249
Contact Us for Assistance
Office of Advancement
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(914) 925-4508
advancement@ryecountryday.org
