Dear friend,
Thank you to the many parents, guardians, and grandparents who have supported Andover in the first half of the year. On behalf of the Parent Development team, we’d like to share a snapshot of the progress Andover families are making through their generosity. This update to all current families focuses on our collective efforts for the Parent Fund, as together we strive for the strongest year possible.
The Parent Fund serves as an immediate means of impact and is a vital component of the overall Andover Fund. Gifts benefit the entire PA community, driving academic excellence, boosting need-based financial aid, expanding equity and inclusion initiatives, strengthening student programming, and more. The Parent Fund supports all areas of the Academy meaningful to the learning experience.
In December, Andover completed its historic Knowledge & Goodness campaign, reaching over $408 million in six years. Additionally, two major capital projects have entered new phases, with the groundbreaking of the future music building and the opening of the Pan Athletic Center. So much more continues to unfold on our beloved campus, due in part to the support of our amazing families!
Parent Fund Goal: 100 percent participation
Thanks to the tremendous effort of November’s Andover-Exeter Challenge, parent participation stands at 50 percent. This mid-year high exceeds last year’s 39 percent, and we are thrilled to surpass the halfway mark so early this year. We could not have reached these levels without our dedicated parent volunteers—we are very grateful.
Parent Fund Highlights
► Parent support at midyear: 50% of $3.75 million goal
► Progress: $1.89 million (cash and pledges)
► Parent and grandparent support comprises 32% of the Andover Fund to date
► Parents and grandparents represented 36% (625) of the donors in the Andover-Exeter Challenge
Parent Inspiration
► 565 current parents have made a gift to Andover this year
► 563 parents of alumni and PA grandparents have donated to assist today’s students
► 74% of Parent Fund dollars were designated “unrestricted” and will be applied where most needed
A broad base of families is making a difference in so many ways. Gifts of every size are truly appreciated and reflect the remarkable power of the non sibi spirit. Andover could not be what it is today without you.
PA Giving Day
Our annual PA Giving Day will take place early this spring, and we invite Andover’s global community of alumni and families to participate. Expect details later in February.
(Those who have already donated may choose to opt out.)
Contact Us
We sincerely welcome your interest, ideas, and insights. If you have questions about this information or would like to make a gift, please reach out.
With our best wishes,
Rebecca Brewster, Parent Development Director, rbrewster@andover.edu, 978-749-4286
Katherine Solimini, Associate Director, ksolimini@andover.edu, 978-749-4583