If only All of Us could have...

the PERSERVERANCE of our football team in a championship game,
the EXCITEMENT of Our Parents planning for their son or daughter to go to college,
the PRIDE of A Grandparent witnessing their grandchild become the first in their family to attend college,
or the HOPE that is provided by the nurturing leadership of Salesian Faculty & Staff.

We hope that you feel the perseverance, excitement, pride, and hope that we experience on a daily basis here on campus!

Thank you to all of our supporters who continue to provide the contributions and volunteer time necessary to make these dreams a reality.

Please scroll below to learn more about the credibility of Salesian as an academic institution and also as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit religious organization, donor privacy and rights, how your gift impacts our school, the community, and the world, And finally, the current needs and long-term vision for Salesian High.

Why Donate to SHS?

The SHS Mission

Salesian High School, a college preparatory Catholic school, educates young men and women to develop into good citizens for the betterment of society and the glory of God. Salesian combines the experience of church, school, playground and home in a supportive, caring, family environment according to St. John Bosco’s educational philosophy of reason, religion, and loving kindness.

Key Leadership

SHS Board of Directors

Salesian High School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit religious corporation in the State of California, sponsored by the Salesian Society, San Francisco, California. Salesian High School is a Catholic, co-educational college preparatory, secondary school accredited by the Western Assocation of Schools and Colleges. The school is governed by a Board of Directors of limited jurisdiction. Directors serve three-year terms, which may be renewed.

View the full list of current members of the Board of Directors.

SHS Development Team

Salesian’s Development Team benefits from the efforts of many, including several volunteers, parents, alumni, community organizations, students, the SHS Board of Directors, our Development Committee, and Salesian High staff.

Below are the Development Team’s primary contacts. Please contact us directly with any questions and we also encourage you to give us vital feedback including ideas, suggestions, and introductions to key people in our community.

Stephanie Tristan - Director of Development
510-234-4433 x 7216; stristan@salesian.com

Henry Moe - Director of Alumni Relations
510-234-4433 x 7216; hmoe@salesian.com

Accreditation

Having served the Richmond community for so many years, it is important for Salesian High School to maintain its credible reputation. Below is a list of the many accreditations and non-profit evaluation agencies which we are identified:

• Better Business Bureau
• Charity Navigator
• GuideStar
• WASC, WCEA Accredited

Donor Bill of Rights

Salesian High School subscribes to the Donor Bill of Rights.

The Donor Bill of Rights was created by the American Association of Fund Raising Counsel (AAFRC), Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). It has been endorsed by numerous organizations.

You can read the full version of The Donor Bill of Rights

SHS Donor Privacy Policy

• Salesian High School respects the privacy of its donors and has put in place a Donor Privacy Policy to honor your rights.
• Salesian High School collects and uses personal information such as: name, address, telephone number, and email address when a donor voluntarily provides it to us. This information is kept on file for IRS purposes and is also used in our development and communication activities.
• Salesian High School DOES NOT sell, trade, or share its donor list with any other organization. Salesian High never sends out mailings on behalf of other organizations.

Salesian Stories: How your gift impacts students & families

This section of the website will be used to share stories from the many people who have been touched by Salesian High School. Some are past students or parents and others are community organizations and groups. As a supporter of SHS, celebrate the impact your gift has had and follow us on a journey that will provide you with the scope of value and impact you have made on the lives of young people.

These stories help share the very essence of what it means to be a part of the Salesian Family and the messages we communicate loud and clear to each other and to those in our community. Thank you to all of you who continue to provide support to our school! You are an important part of the Salesian Family and these stories belong to all of us whether you are connected as an employee, local business supporter, foundation officer, or volunteer.

Until this area is updated, please feel free to visit our Alumni Section of the site and learn about some of our Notable Salesian Alumni.

SHS Goals & Vision

For several years, the Salesian Family has been blessed by the generosity of our community. More recently, we have faced challenges that are unique to anything we have experienced in our past, but we are confident that “together” we can overcome these challenges and provide Salesian with a stronger foundation and promise of a vital future.

Immediate Goals and Needs

For the 2011-12 Fiscal Year, the SHS Development Team has (2) two primary goals:

1 - Tuition Assistance Funding

The need for tuition assistance has increased substantially for the upcoming school year and support for this program will be critical. For the 2011-12 academic school year, Salesian will distribute $1,430,000 of financial aid to our students. This is an increase of $190,000 from last year.

In order to maintain and grow the educational mission of our school, a mission that is committed to provide all students with an excellent Catholic college preparatory education and experience, I need your support to Salesian High’s Tuition Assistance Program.

Donors can make a request to support tuition assistance by marking their online form if donating online or by writing “Tuition Assistance” in the memo section of your mailed check. Checks can be sent to: Salesian High School Development Office, 2851 Salesian Avenue, Richmond, Ca 94804.

Another opportunity is by participating and providing support to our Annual Alumni Golf Tournament. The net proceeds from this event go directly to the Salesian Tuition Assistance Program.

SHS will also work to establish more sustainable funding sources in order to provide long-term support to our Tuition Assistance Program.

2 - The SHS Annual Appeal

The Annual Campaign provides the funding that “bridges the gap” between the tuition the school charges and the actual cost of the quality education provided. This year that gap is at $918 per student.

Salesian’s Annual Campaign has historically maintained success in meeting goals and providing the much needed funding for every day operating costs. Recently, the performance of the Annual Campaign has fallen and this year we will work hard to re-establish our historical level of giving and participation.

Our goal will be to increase the performance of the Annual Campaign and meet both our funding and participation goals. Learn more about the Annual Campaign, why it is so important for everyone to participate, and view the status of the 2011-12 Annual Campaign Goals.

Ensuring the Vitality of Salesian High

Another challenge we now face as a school community is to continue to move our mission forward. Our vision for SHS is to establish a stable foundation for the future needs of our school community.

Some of these include:

• Capital Funds: To provide our students with quality academic instruction and challenging programs by providing up-to-date instructional equipment, technology, and facilities.
• Contingency Funds: To provide a funding source that will ensure fiscal stability, even when there is a substantial decline in funding or unanticipated cost(s).
• Tuition Assistance Funds: To keep Salesian High accessible to all families by providing an affordable tuition, as well as tuition assistance to those families who demonstrate significant financial need.

Financial support in the form of Legacy Gifts will help to ensure that long-term goals will be met.