Ring the Bell

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Ring the Bell Annual Fund Celebration of Giving

Ring the Bell for minds, for hands and for hearts by making your annual fund gift today. 

Miller's Annual Celebration of Giving is an opportunity for alumni, families, students, faculty, staff, and friends to join as one to celebrate all that Samuel Miller gave to us through his generous philanthropic gift. It’s a time to show our collective support for all that is happening on The Hill every day—the phenomenal education our students are receiving, the unique athletic and activity opportunities, the faculty and student support from the Student Success Center, plus all of the other Miller moments in and out of the classroom that provide Miller Students with an individualized MSA experience.

For all Samuel Miller gave to us, for all that the Miller School did for you, for all that Miller will do in the future - Let's RING THE BELL as we celebrate our founder and ask alumni, parents, and friends to join us today in giving back.

Help us unlock $35,000 in matching support!

The first $20,000 in gifts made between now and noon on June 2 will be matched 1-to-1, thanks to a gift from Ronald North, Class of 1964. In addition, the first $15,000 in gifts made by our youngest alumni, those that graduated between 2013 and 2023, will also be matched thanks to the family of Kobi Everett ‘21.

*To have gifts count in Ring the Bell campaign, gifts must be made between now and 12:00 p.m. Friday, June 2.

We hope you will join us in supporting the annual fund, help honor our founder Samuel Miller, and provide sustained funding for current and future Mavericks.

We cannot do it without every member of our Miller School community. 

Your Miller School Annual Fund gift plays a critical role in supporting Miller's annual operating budget and is immediately used during the school year, helping to close the million-dollar gap between tuition and operating expenses. Unrestricted current-use support through the Miller School Annual Fund impacts every aspect of a Miller School education, including the retention of and professional growth opportunities for our faculty, supports the growth of our engineering and agriculture programs, enhancements to the fine and visual arts programs, resources for athletic teams, expands our student mental health support and financial aid for current students. 

FAQ

1. Who can participate in Ring the Bell?

All community members, including alumni, parents, parents of alumni, grandparents, faculty, staff, and friends can participate!

2. Why should I participate?

The Miller School Annual Fund is MSA’s primary vehicle for financial support. Unrestricted current-use support allows Miller to respond to the needs of our students. 

3.  Can I make a pledge?

Yes! Please note that all pledges will be asked to be paid in full by June 30, 2023. If you are interested in making a pledge, please contact Aimee Carter at acarter@millerschool.org. 

4. Is my donation tax deductible?     

Yes! You'll receive a tax receipt with your donation. 

5. Who should I contact if I make an error in making my gift?

Reach out to Kalista Pepper, Kpepper@millerschool.org. 

6. Are there any fun contests? 

Yes! Individuals can support Miller and earn Miller gear in a variety of ways! 

Post on social media using the #RingTheBellForMiller and make a Miller Annual Fund gift (be sure you have a public profile so we can see your hashtag!) and we'll send you Miller magnets and stickers to thank you for spreading the word!

We will also send Miller Swag to these winners throughout the Ring The Bell Campaign:

• First Gift of the Campaign!

• On Our Way - The 10th Gift

• Half Way - 75th Gift

• Goal - The 150th Gift in honor of our sesquicentennial

• Samuel Miller’s Birthday Party!  - The first gift of the day, after 6:00 am, on June 1, 2023, in honor of Samuel Miller’s Birthday!

• Night Owls - The very last gift of the day on June 1, 2023.

• The first parent donor from each grade

• Reunion Gift - everyone in classes that end in a ‘3 or ‘8 will be entered to win in honor of your Miller School Reunion year

7. How else can I help besides making my Annual Fund Gift and asking my classmates and friends to make their gift?

You can help by offering your own match or prizes! Email Aimee at acarter@millerschool.org to discuss options!