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The Norwood Fund
Our Annual Fund is now The Norwood Fund!
This year, almost everything changed.
While life at Norwood may look a bit different than in year’s past, its commitment to providing students with an exemplary child-centered education remains constant. In these uncertain and unpredictable times, the collective generosity of the Norwood community allowed the School to respond, innovate, and support the students, faculty, and staff who are at the heart of it all.
It is because of our long-standing culture of philanthropy that Norwood has the resources to weather the challenges of the pandemic while also focusing on our vital enduring priorities like teacher training, classroom resources, technology, financial aid, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Simply put, the Norwood Fund supports everything that is at the heart of providing a rich and rewarding child-centered, academic experience – whether in-person, at a distance, or a hybrid of both. When you give to The Norwood Fund, your contribution signals your confidence in our mission - and it is as important as ever before.
The Norwood Fund has two important goals each year – the total dollar amount raised and the percentage of participation. We ask every family to make Norwood one of their top philanthropic priorities. Contributions range in size from $25 to $25,000 and above. Strong support is one important way for our community to signal their confidence in our mission to inspire confident, compassionate, independent, and creative thinkers who embrace lifelong learning.
When To Give
The earlier we receive your contribution, the earlier we can put it to work for all our students. Contributions are accepted through the end of our fiscal year on June 30, although we encourage all families to make their gift or pledge by December 31. All donations to The Norwood Fund are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
110% CLUB
Sustained growth of The Norwood Fund is one important indicator of the health of the School. Donors who increase their last contribution by at least 10% help drive this essential growth. Members of the 110% Club are acknowledged in the Annual Report each year.
TRUE BLUE
Norwood is so grateful for our growing base of faithful donors that we have established a special “True Blue” designation in their honor. True Blue supporters have given a gift every year, of any amount, for five years or longer, and by doing so help sustain growth of The Norwood Fund year after year.
Frequently Asked Questions
List of 8 frequently asked questions.
Norwood Fund Gift Clubs
| Frances Marsh Circle | $50,000 and above |
| 1952 Circle | $25,000 - $49,999 |
| Anniversary Circle | $15,000 - $24,999 |
| Oak Tree Circle | $10,000 - $14,999 |
| Hilltop Circle** | $ 5,000 - $ 9,999 |
| Scholar's Circle | $ 2,500 - $ 4,999 |
| Head's Circle | $ 1,000 – $ 2,499 |
| Friends' Circle | $ 1 - $ 999 |
**Contributions of $5,000 or more are considered leadership-level gifts.
LEADERSHIP GIVING
Leadership contributions of $5,000 or more create the foundation of growth within The Norwood Fund. They ensure that we can be responsive, innovative, and take advantage of new opportunities. On average, leadership contributions account for 74% of all Norwood Fund donations each year. It is our honor to celebrate our leadership donors at a special spring reception.
Located in Bethesda, MD, Norwood School develops students in grades PK-8 into confident lifelong learners who have the academic, character, and leadership skills to succeed in high school and beyond. Recognizing that children are multi-faceted, Norwood provides many opportunities for safe risk-taking, exploration, discovery, and growth in a nurturing, supportive, and inclusive school community.
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