+ Annual Fund

BCCS is committed to increase giving in order to keep tuition as low as possible and maintain high quality academic programs. The Annual Fund is one way we do this. It is the cornerstone of BCCS fundraising.

+ Building Fund

As we grow, we plan for future facility needs. Your gift to the Building Fund gives us a jump start on funding the upgrades and additions that we will make.

It was in the fall of 2017 when we began using the beautifully upgraded East Campus, which included a new addition and renovation. Starting in the 2020-2021 school year, we have implemented new early education programs, including full-day preschool, junior kindergarten extended day, and before/after-school care at the West Campus. These changes, and ongoing growth, point to the need for facility changes in the future.

+ Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance is a fund that assists BCCS families that cannot afford the full cost of tuition. The Finance Committee of the BCCS Board reviews individual situations that challenge families to pay tuition as part of our variable tuition program. We use the FACTS application to help better understand the need.

+ The Byron Center Christian School Foundation

The Byron Center Christian School Foundation contributes towards lowering the cost of education. It is an endowment fund, which never spends the principal. Annually, a portion of the earnings attained through investments are devoted to the school's general fund to offset the cost of tuition.

Now totaling approximately $2 million, the Foundation grows through the gifts of faithful supporters like you. Over its 35-year history, the Foundation has contributed approximately $1,140,000 to BCCS. This past year alone it contributed $65,000 of accrued interest revenue to help with current expenses.

+ Memorial Gifts

A gift to BCCS in memory of a friend or loved one is a wonderful way to honor them. When submitting the gift, simply note "given in memory of (name)." Feel free to designate the gift for Annual Fund, Tuition Assistance, or Foundation. Other designations are available upon request.

+ Matching Gifts

If you work for a company that matches contributions, the amount and impact of your gift grows. To find out whether your company matches gifts, contact your human resources department.

+ Appreciated Securities Gift

Donating a long-term appreciated security (e.g. stock) directly to BCCS vs. selling the asset and donating the proceeds is a great way to give more due to tax incentives. You'll want to consult with your financial adviser.

+ Gift of real estate or other asset

If you have real estate, you may desire to donate all or a portion of the property to BCCS. Also, you may have another type of asset you want to donate. You will want to consult with the school office (see Contact Us below) and your financial adviser.

+ Gift of life insurance

There are several ways to donate life insurance. You can give an existing policy. You can donate policy dividends. You can name BCCS as a beneficiary of a term life insurance policy. There are other options. You will want to consult your insurance agent or financial adviser.

+ Life income gift

Typically, a life income gift is a transfer of cash, securities, or other marketable assets in return for a life or defined-term income for self, your spouse, and/or others, with the principal transferring to BCCS upon the death of the last surviving beneficiary or end of the term. The most common plans are Charitable Gift Annuities and charitable Remainder Trusts. For more information, you will want to consult with your financial adviser.

+ Bequest

You can use your will or living trust to make an estate gift to BCCS. A bequest is one of the simplest and most frequently-used ways to support BCCS. You may designate your gift to the specific need you want to address. You will want to consult with your attorney regarding how to make a bequest. Also, BCCS offers estate planning services free of charge via the Barnabas Foundation.