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The 2020-21 Ranney Fund

The Ranney Fund directly supports all aspects of life at Ranney School and allows our school to respond to the changing needs of our community during this unprecedented time. 

Everyone in the Ranney community—current and past parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends—is asked to give. Collectively, gifts of all sizes have a significant impact on our ability to upgrade and enhance our academic programs, student life, and campus facilities. Every gift matters. As we celebrate 60 years of academic excellence, please join the annual tradition of giving that helps distringuish a Ranney education!

The 2020-21 Ranney Fund closes on June 30, 2021.  Your gift or pledge early in the school year enables us to plan and build momentum. You can make an unrestricted gift or designate your gift in support of any of the areas supported by the Ranney Fund:


List of 5 items.

  • Campus Preparedness Fund (COVID-19)

    Ranney is committed to know and value every student and inspire them to reach their full potential, even during a pandemic. Your gift allows Ranney to make strategic investments in our community, campus, facilities, and technology to meet the needs of our students. 

  • Innovative Academic & Student Life Programs

    From STEAM and Global Studies to the visual and performing arts, athletics, robotics, community service, leadership, and more—Ranney continues to innovate our programs, invest in technology, and capitalize on the best ideas in education.

  • Professional Development

    Great teachers create great students. Research shows the single most important factor influencing student-achievement is access to inspiring and expert faculty. Investments in professional development ensure our teachers are exposed to the latest research on how children learn, emerging technology tools for the classroom, and new curriculum resources.

  • Merit Scholarships & Financial Aid

    We recognize a Ranney education is an investment. The Ranney Fund allows us to provide need-based financial aid and award merit-based scholarships. These complementary programs benefit our community by helping us attract and retain more mission-appropriate students. 

  • Campus Enhancements

    Ranney must continually make strategic investments in our 60-acre campus to meet the changing needs of our students. 

Giving FAQs

List of 7 frequently asked questions.

  • What is the Ranney Fund? Why doesn't tuition cover the total cost of each student?

    Ranney’s annual operating budget envisions investments in our innovative programs, robust student life, professional development for faculty, and improvements to campus, as well as the opportunity to offer merit scholarships and need-based financial aid. Like most independent schools, Ranney relies on charitable donations to make these extraordinary investment in our students possible. Rather than raising tuition, the Ranney Fund offers our community a tax-deductible opportunity to invest in transformative programs at a level appropriate for each family. Our goal is 100% participation!

  • Is my gift tax deductible?

    Yes! Ranney School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution. Every gift is tax-deductible to the extent permissible under IRS regulations. The school's Tax ID number is 22-1853774.

  • Who is asked to donate?

    Everyone in the Ranney community is asked to give — trustees, parents, alumni, parents of alumni, grandparents, senior students, as well as faculty and staff.  Last year, Ranney received gifts from 100% of the Board of Trustees, 100% of faculty and staff, and 53% of current families.

  • How can I make my tax-deductible gift to the Ranney Fund?

    See Ways to Give or contact Kathleen Brown, Director of Development, at kbrown@ranneyschool.org or 732.542.4777, ext. 1168.

  • Can I designate my Ranney Fund gift to a specific program or need?

    Yes, you can designate your gift to a specific program. The four main areas supported by the Ranney Fund include: academic and student life programs, need-based financial aid and merit scholarships (Ranney Scholars), professional development, and enhancements to campus. You may designate your gift in support any of these areas. For more specific information about any of these programs, or to explore opportunities to support a specific program or department, contact Kathleen Brown, Director of Development, at kbrown@ranneyschool.org or 732.542.4777, ext. 1168.

  • Do you participate in company matching gift programs?

    Many employers match charitable contributions by their employees. Contact your Human Resources office to confirm whether your employer matches gifts or contact Kathleen Brown, Director of Development, for assistance at kbrown@ranneyschool.org or 732-542-4777, ext. 1168.

  • Whom should I contact if I have questions?

    Please contact Kathleen Brown, Director of Development, at kbrown@ranneyschool.org or 732.542.4777, ext. 1168.

Your participation matters! Say YES!

Say YES to the 2020-21 Ranney Fund with your gift—of any size—today. Our goal is 100% participation for families, faculty, staff, and our Board of Trustees. Your participation is a vote of confidence in our mission, our faculty, and our students. Last year, Ranney received gifts from 100% of the Board of Trustees, 100% of faculty and staff, and 51% of current families.

We ask our current parents to consider Ranney School a philanthropic priority. Gifts of every size are valued and appreciated. As we celebrate 60 years of academic excellence, please help us exceed 60% parent participation! 
 
We invite you to learn more about the impact of the Ranney Fund on your child’s education by contacting a member of the Development Team.

Ranney School

235 Hope Road
Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
Tel. 732.542.4777
Our mission is to nurture intellectual curiosity and confidence to inspire students to lead honorably, think creatively, and contribute meaningfully to society. Learn more.