Support GNS
Annual Appeal
Donations to the Annual Appeal from families and staff, both current and former, as well as alumni, have created a vibrant culture of philanthropy at GNS and supported our school in many different ways.
The Annual Appeal is a vital part of the WONDER Campaign. WONDER will power the most extensive facilities renewal GNS has undertaken in our century-old history. We will transform the learning experience of all current and future students with new spaces and the tools needed to enhance our exceptional teaching and learning.
You can choose to support our campus transformation at Beach Drive or Pemberton Woods, or make a donation to General Campus Transformation for the whole school. Or your gift can go directly to programs (such as Band, Choir, Outdoor Education, individual sports), Financial Aid, or the area of greatest need.
To be part of the 2021/2022 Annual Appeal you can:
You can choose to support our campus transformation at Beach Drive or Pemberton Woods, or make a donation to General Campus Transformation for the whole school. Or your gift can go directly to programs (such as Band, Choir, Outdoor Education, individual sports), Financial Aid, or the area of greatest need.
To be part of the 2021/2022 Annual Appeal you can:
- Make your Donation Online, or
- Contact the Advancement Office (250.370.6801 or advancement@mygns.ca) to discuss your options.
What can YOU support?
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Refurbishing our Middle School -
Program specific -
Area of greatest need -
Area of greatest need -
Financial Aid -
Campus Transformation (Beach)
Gryphon Leaderboard
Check out the breakdown of participation to date in this year's annual fund by current parents! For families with children in more than one grade, both grades are credited with participation. Who will win the Gryphon Leaderboard challenge? Will your grade reach 100%? Check back weekly for updates!
| Grade | Class of | # of Families | # Donated | % Donated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Steps | 2036 | 15 | 7 | 47% |
| JK | 2035 | 29 | 14 | 48% |
| Kindergarten | 2034 | 38 | 16 | 42% |
| Grade 1 | 2033 | 31 | 17 | 55% |
| Grade 2 | 2032 | 36 | 17 | 47% |
| Grade 3 | 2031 | 37 | 14 | 38% |
| Grade 4 | 2030 | 41 | 17 | 44% |
| Grade 5 | 2029 | 41 | 18 | 44% |
| Grade 6 | 2028 | 49 | 22 | 45% |
| Grade 7 | 2027 | 51 | 21 | 41% |
| Grade 8 | 2026 | 56 | 18 | 32% |
| Grade 9 | 2025 | 77 | 40 | 52% |
| Grade 10 | 2024 | 80 | 26 | 33% |
| Grade 11 | 2023 | 70 | 24 | 34% |
| Grade 12 | 2022 | 48 | 20 | 42% |
Double Zero Campaign
Thanks to a generous donor, gifts made from today until the end of the year will be matched up to $10,000! The more families that donate to the GNS Annual Fund, the more money we raise for our kids. Yours and mine. And YOU decide what to support…
| Participation Rate | Donation |
|---|---|
| 54% in 2020 | 54 + 00 = 5400 |
| 100% in 2022 | 100 + 00 = 10000 |
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I support the Annual Appeal because…
”I want to do my part, model leadership, and give back to the school community that has done so much for my family and the kids I teach. By investing in our youth, we invest in our future.” – Kathryn Wild -
We support the Annual Appeal because…
”We believe that any means of sharing is caring, and we hope to see our children build a meaningful habit of sharing so that they can care for others throughout their lives in their respective communities. We see our annual donation to the school as caring for our GNS community.” – Sean Lim and Kelly Chang -
I support the Annual Appeal because…
”Day in and day out, I get to see our investments pay dividends. Young historians use creative thinking to solve real-world problems, future physicists investigate the campus to see how things are put together, and budding linguists deliver impassioned persuasive speeches. It all happens here, and I’m proud to contribute.” – Robert Marthaller -
We support the Annual Appeal because…
“Every contribution counts. Let’s make a difference together for the education of our children.” – Dan and Celine Seroussi
Fast Facts: Did you know?
- The Annual Appeal is the school’s yearly outreach to the entire GNS community (current and former parents, alumni, faculty, staff and friends) for donations that support teaching and learning enhancements.
- Donations are a vital component of our funding at GNS. Tuition and government funds only pay for salaries and general operations. All of our facilities, facility refurbishments, major equipment, bursaries, scholarships and other enhancements come from our donors. Without donors, there is no GNS!
- Every gift is important, every gift is welcome and every gift makes a difference. Large or small, we need you!
- This year, the focus of the Annual Appeal is the transformation of the Grade 6, 7 and 8 learning spaces and classrooms in the Brooks and Main buildings. But, did you know that you can give to any aspect of the school that you are passionate about? Facilities, equipment, bursaries, scholarships and many programs are supported by our families. Have a question about something you would like to support? Get in touch with Mary Anne Marchildon (mmarchildon@mygns.ca) or Ross Marsh (rmarsh@mygns.ca).
- All donations are tax receiptable. If you would benefit from a tax receipt for IRS/US income purposes, please get in touch with us as that can be arranged.
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