Annual Fund

List of 3 frequently asked questions.

• Q. Why are we asked to give money when we already pay tuition?

  A. There is a sizable gap between the School's operating budget and the amount of money brought in by tuition. Hamlin works hard to moderate this gap by drawing on non-tuition revenues from facility rentals, endowment interest, and programs like After School Academy (ASA), Music Academy, and summer and vacation camps. The margin of difference between the overall gap and the amount of income produced by these revenues is approximately $1.2 million. Voluntary giving to the Annual Fund accounts for 70% of this difference, and support of Parents Association events covers the remaining 30%.

• Q. Why does the School operate with a gap between the real cost and what it charges?

  A. The gap helps to moderate tuition increases and allows current families to make up the difference in cost with tax-deductible donations.

  
  The gap offers an opportunity for other constituencies within the Hamlin community to make charitable contributions.

• Q. What are the ramifications of not supporting the Annual Fund?

  A. Since the Annual Fund helps to cover the cost of operating the School, lack of Annual Fund support may actually deprive students of essential education programs or the best possible teachers. In order to sustain Hamlin’s commitment to academic excellence, it is imperative that the School maintain a robust Annual Giving program.