Kick Off The Summit's 2025 Raven Fund!

The clock is ticking, and the stage is set for one of the most exciting and competitive events of the year. Welcome to the kickoff of our 2025-2026 Annual Campaign for the Raven Fund!

This challenge isn't just about numbers; it's about the shared commitment we all have to the education and growth of our students. We believe that our school is a guiding light, a place where young minds are nurtured, dreams are fostered, and futures are shaped. To ensure that this torch keeps burning brightly, we need everyone on board, and this Giving Tuesday (Tuesday, December 2nd) is our opportunity to prove just how united and dedicated we are.

Goals for the Day

You might be wondering, "What's in it for me?" Beyond the satisfaction of being part of something transformative, we have exciting incentives and recognition opportunities lined up for those who rise to the occasion. Each donation, no matter its size, is one step closer to unlocking another prize for our community!

Participation Goals for Giving Tuesday 2025

This year, we are aiming to achieve something truly remarkable, something that sets us apart from other educational institutions – we are striving for 100% participation from our families, employees, and Board of Trustees.

• 50% Family Participation, the entire school will enjoy a FREE DRESS OUT DAY
• 75% Family Participation, the entire school will enjoy a BONUS RECESS
• 100% Family Participation, the entire school will enjoy an ALL-SCHOOL MOVIE NIGHT

Bonus: As each individual class achieves 100% Family Participation, they will receive a POPSICLE PARTY!

Monetary Goals for Giving Tuesday 2025

Join us on campus the day after on Giving Tuesday, on Wednesday 12/3, for a Raven Rally like none before! As we achieve our monetary goals, we'll be unlocking some crazy activities for our community! Check your emails for exact timing on Wednesday afternoon's Raven Rally. Don't worry, we'll also be live-streaming the event on our Facebook Page.

• $10,000 - Ms. Kendra gets a pie to the face
• $15,000 - Ms. Brenda gets a pie to the face
• $20,000 - Mrs. Breckner gets a pie to the face
• $25,000 - Mrs. Renfroe gets a pie to the face
• $30,000 - TBA gets a pie to the face
• $35,000 - Dr. Jones gets a pie to the face
• $40,000 - Mr. Craig gets a pie to the face
• $45,000 - Mrs. Bradley gets a pie to the face
• $50,000 - Ms. Amy gets a pie to the face
• $55,000 - Dr. Heet gets SLIMED

The Plan

We are focusing on one day, Giving Tuesday 12/2, to make our mark! This concentrated effort will allow us to celebrate as a community all the things that make The Summit great, while raising money to continue our mission in the Ozarks. Our goal is to raise $55,000 in a single day and hit 100% family, board, and employee participation!

What to do:

• Make your donation to The Summit Preparatory School on or before Giving Tuesday - Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (on this page, in person, or over the phone)
• Share The Summit's social media posts (be sure you're following us on Facebook and Instagram)
• Challenge your classroom families, friends, neighbors, relatives, and co-workers to give on Giving Tuesday
• Check back on this page to watch our progress (give more to watch the numbers increase)
• Mark your calendars and join the celebration at 2:30 pm on campus on Wednesday 12/3

Have you already made your donation to the 25/26 Raven Fund? No worries! Your participation still counts! Thank you for your contribution and your support! You can still join in the excitement by encouraging others to give.

Why Give Beyond Tuition?

Let's take a moment to reflect on the impact our school has on our students. It's not just about teaching subjects; it's about instilling values, building character, and shaping the leaders of tomorrow. We believe in equipping our students with the tools they need to navigate the complexities of the modern world, fostering critical thinking, curiosity, creativity, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

To achieve this, we need your help. As you know, independent schools like ours face operational costs that extend beyond tuition. These include faculty salaries, classroom resources, technology, maintenance, and much more. Without your support, these critical needs may go unmet. The operational costs are the lifeblood of our institution, allowing us to maintain our standards of excellence and continue our tradition of providing an exceptional education.

This Giving Tuesday, we are aiming for nothing less than 100% family, employee, and board participation. By reaching this ambitious goal, we send a powerful message that we are not only invested in the success of our children but also in the future of our school. Every contribution, regardless of its size, is a statement of solidarity and belief in the mission of our institution.

So, here's the challenge for Giving Tuesday this year: Let's show the world that The Summit Prep community is unmatched in its commitment to education. We are not just striving to reach our goal – we're aiming to exceed it and make a lasting impact on our school.

Thank You!

We encourage you to think about what The Summit Prep means to you, to your family, and to our community. By giving generously, you are investing in a brighter future for our children, our school, and our collective legacy.

Thank you for being a vital part of The Summit Prep community and for your dedication to our children's education.

Summit's 2025-2026 Raven Partners

Thank you to our 2025-2026 Raven Partners! We appreciate these major donors for supporting independent education in the Ozarks and providing The Summit with the resources we need to achieve our mission to prepare learners for success by providing a progressive education with a challenging curriculum in a supportive environment.

The Johnson Family

The Workman Family

Summit's 2025-2026 Founders Club Members

Thank you to our 2025-2026 Founders Club Members who have given $2005 in commemoration of our founding year.

The Donelson Family

Gifts of $5,000 and more qualify for Raven Partner benefits.

Click above for more information about our sponsor opportunities, or contact the Development Office.

If you would prefer to write a check, please make check out to "The Summit Preparatory School," with "Raven Fund" in the memo line. Check can be mailed to: 202 East Walnut Lawn Street, Springfield, MO 65807.

For questions or more information about annual giving, please contact The Summit’s Development Office, or consult your financial advisor.

The Summit is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization. All gifts made to The Summit are deductible to the extent provided by state and federal law.