Gilmour story 2016-2017 Honor Roll of Donors Gifts received between July 1, 2016 and June 30, 2017 our history, our future, your impact A Message from the Head of School Finally, I am grateful to our students for continuing A Message from the Board Chair to amaze me with their inquisitiveness, their As I look through the pages a difficult task, on athletic fields and courts, collaborate on service ambition and their kindness. They are daily Whenever I face of this Annual Report, I am filled with profound I try to envision myself 10 years out looking back at projects, and find themselves, they naturally lean on reminders of why we do what we do. We have gratitude. My first thoughts are of the, literally, this particular moment in time, the choices at hand, each other in the process. hundreds of you who have supported our efforts students here who have launched a project that will and the possible outcomes. I encourage myself to Fourth, the Trustees voluntarily and collectively this year. Words cannot begin to convey the result in more than 5,000 pounds of fresh vegetables make the right decision, not necessarily the easy give of themselves in so many ways: by giving of impact of your generosity. In a time when we are harvested for the hungry in Cleveland this year, one. I want to be proud of - and at peace with - their time; offering specific expertise in critical looking squarely at resources and ways to minimize earned a perfect score on the ACT, won the state my having had the clarity of thought (mind) and areas and at critical times; and helping to ensure spending to ensure the financial viability of the championships in girls soccer and basketball and strength of conviction (heart) to do the right thing, the viability, perpetuation, growth and excellence school we love, your loyal and generous financial the Mid-Am district tournament in girls’ hockey, whatever that is, in a particular instance. support is so helpful. We could not continue to and won local and state-level musical competitions. of Gilmour overall. And that’s just this past year! In recent weeks, I also rely on those I trust and in whom I confide. I provide for our students the opportunities that we do Fifth, parents and families sacrifice to make Gilmour I have been excited by the great news from the have always been amazed by the mutual benefits – without that support. the place where they invest in their sons, daughters College Counseling Office as the Early Decision one person seeks out the other’s advice one day, and and grandchildren. The students are not alone in This past year included growth in our scholarship results come in. And I’ve enjoyed watching the eight the very next day the roles are reversed. I could cite being part of the Gilmour family. Our families in program for students in need of financial assistance, senior student-athletes who have already signed numerous examples of this, from relationships to their entirety are part of our Gilmour family. restricted gifts for critical capital expenses inclusive commitments this fall to continue their playing sports, from faith journeys to professional endeavors. of school security and communication technology, careers at the next level. These students take the Some people tout the symbiotic power of teams. And Sixth, the Brothers of Holy Cross of course founded funding for Gilmour’s designation as a Steinway opportunities we provide them and maximize them. of course Christ said, “Whenever two or more are Gilmour in 1946; have been educating minds and Select School, groundbreaking for the new Figgie What a gift it is to spend my days among them. gathered in My name . .” In this light, I commend hearts here since then; and have invited us all to share Field at Sharnsky Stadium and a challenge grant, and voice my admiration for seven “teams” within in, and share with others, the Holy Cross charisms. which will secure the final funding for construction I feel blessed to be at the helm of such an incredible Gilmour Academy. of the new Lorraine and Bill Dodero Center for place and I am grateful to all of you who support our And seventh, our wonderful alumni come back to Performing Arts. school. Our work would not be possible without the First, the leadership team has embarked on Gilmour, support and continue to be an integral part loyal support of alumni, parents and friends of the successful efforts to significantly reduce expenses, of the school, and send their children here to experience I am also grateful to our faculty and staff, who bring Academy. I earnestly ask for your continued support. all with a sensitivity to impact on lives, and all while an ever better Holy Cross education. Our alums have to life for our students our Holy Cross mission and As you can see, it does make a difference and it truly building on the excellence that Gilmour embodies. essentially been a part of every “team” above. create the Gilmour experience. The end result is changes lives. a Gilmour graduate who leaves feeling prepared, Second, the faculty and staff are the team that puts I am absolutely humbled by all of you and the inspired and connected to their Gilmour family for May God bless you and all you love, these decisions into practice. Without them, their many ways you give. Your efforts and resulting life. A graduate who has the competence to see and vision, and their daily efforts, Gilmour would not be accomplishments do not go unnoticed. Indeed, they are the courage to act in creating a more humane and half the place it is today. This is readily evident in precisely what makes our school and community better just society. Kathleen C. Kenny our beautiful campus, numerous cordial events, and, and better. Together, we are Gilmour. Head of School of course, in our classrooms. Third, the students themselves may best exemplify reliance on each other. As they study together, jump Fred G. Botek ’85 headlong into relationships, give their best Chairman, Board of Trustees 2 3 In the pages ahead, you will find Gilmour Academy’s Annual Honor TABLE OF CONTENTS: Roll of Donors, our yearbook of philanthropy produced each year to recognize our generous donors from the previous fiscal year. It is our honor and privilege to publicly thank and acknowledge those in our Gilmour LEADERSHIP GIVING community who have demonstrated their support and commitment to Gilmour’s mission with a financial Blue & Gray Society ....................................................................................9 Holy Cross Society for Planned Giving ....................................................12 contribution. Lifetime Giving ..........................................................................................14 We are thankful to all who have made a gift to Gilmour this past fiscal year, and we are inspired by those RESTRICTED GIVING alumni, parents, faculty and friends who consistently give year after year. In this Annual Report, for the first Capital & Endowment Giving ..................................................................20 time, we have recognized those loyal donors who have made consecutive gifts in at least the last two fiscal years. Restricted Scholarships .............................................................................22 Restricted Gifts ..........................................................................................23 While we have many alumni, past parents and friends who have supported Gilmour for five, 10 or even 30 JULY 2016-JUNE 2017 HIGHLIGHTS consecutive years, it is that second year of giving that is so critical. It demonstrates that we have continued to .........................................................................26 earn your support. This consistent giving allows us to provide necessary operating funds for the current year and ANNUAL FUND FOR GILMOUR helps us to plan for the future. It is our hope that we continue to earn your support each and every year. Alumni Annual Fund Giving ....................................................................31 Current Parents Annual Fund Giving ......................................................38 Please take a moment to read through these pages and, with us, recognize the hundreds of donors who supported Alumni Parents Annual Fund Giving ...................................................... 40 Gilmour Academy last year. These donations allowed us to develop new academic initiatives, provide important Grandparents & Friends Annual Fund Giving ....................................... 44 scholarship assistance and maintain and improve our campus buildings and grounds. Through support of the Faculty/Staff Annual Fund Giving ...........................................................45 Annual Fund for Gilmour as well as capital projects and endowment, you helped to provide an educational Unrestricted Gifts/Gifts-in-Kind/Matching Gift Companies ................47 Gifts in Memory Of .................................................................................. 48 experience and environment where our students are challenged to grow and reach their full potential every day. Gifts in Honor Of ......................................................................................50 Thank you for believing in our students and in Gilmour Academy. EVENT GIVING 70th Anniversary Gala ...............................................................................52 Gilmour Golf Classic in Memory of Charlie Tremont ’70 .....................56 Ray Murphy Director of Institutional Advancement BOARD OF TRUSTEE GIVING ...................................................................................58