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Donating to our school is crucial for fostering a thriving educational environment. Contributions directly support essential resources such as updated textbooks, advanced technology, and extracurricular programs, ensuring that students have the tools to become champions of academic excellence. These donations also help maintain and improve school facilities, creating a safe and conducive learning atmosphere. An atmosphere rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, which develops our followers of the Catholic faith. Moreover, by investing in our school, we are investing in the future of our community. Your generosity can make a significant difference, providing opportunities for students to excel academically and spiritually to become moral leaders of the future.
 
St. Michael the Archangel is a qualified tax-exempt charitable organization under the United States Internal Revenue Service Code section 501 (c)(3). All contributions to our Church or School are tax deductible as long as no goods or services are given in exchange for those donations.

Giving Now

St. Michael School FundSt. Michael's School Fund: Our school's general fund plays a vital role in supporting various programs and initiatives that benefit the entire student body. Donating to the St. Michael's School fund is a meaningful way to contribute to our community's overall success and well-being. Your support enables us to enhance educational opportunities, maintain school facilities, and provide resources for extracurricular activities. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference and helps us continue to provide a high-quality learning environment. Online donations can be a one-time gift or set up on a recurring basis. Cash and check donations may be sent to the school.
 
 
tuition assistance fundSr. Carolyn Tuition Assistance Fund: You can be a beacon of hope. Your support for Sr. Carolyn's Tuition Assistance Fund can make a lasting impact on the lives of students and families in need. Your generous donation will help provide deserving students with the opportunity to access quality Catholic education. Every contribution, big or small, brings us one step closer to creating a brighter future for these young minds. Let's unite as a community and ensure that no student is left behind due to financial barriers. Online donations can be a one-time gift or set up on a recurring basis. Cash and check donations may be sent to the school.
 

Gifting Forever

gaels legacy fundGaels Legacy Fund: Our new endowment fund allows our generous donors to support St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School for today and forever. An endowment is an investment fund that allows a portion of the annual return on investment to be used for annual or capital purposes. The Gaels Legacy Fund supports our school needs. You can help support this important work by making a contribution, in any amount, to the Gaels Legacy Fund. Please prayerfully consider supporting our mission. You can contribute to the fund in the following ways:
  • Credit card or ACH, please visit bit.ly/gaels
  • Checks, please make payable to Catholic Foundation of Michigan, include in the memo “Gaels Legacy Fund” and mail to: 
    Catholic Foundation of Michigan
    1145 W. Long Lake Rd. 
    Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
  • For gifts of securities, contact the broker or financial advisor to transfer a specific number of shares of a named security directly to the Catholic Foundation of Michigan account at the broker listed below. Donor will need to give their advisor the following information:
    Firm Name: Merrill Lynch
    DTC #: 8862
    CFM Account #: 68904676
    Account Title: Catholic Foundation of Michigan
    Tax ID: 81-4107324
  • Qualified Charitable Distributions from your IRA—If you are aged 70½ or older, you have the opportunity to save on taxes and make a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA. With this direct transfer from your traditional IRA to a qualified charity, you satisfy your minimum required distribution for the year. IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions are income tax-free.
 
To learn more about how you can support the Gaels Legacy Fund, call 248-204-0332 ext. 1 or email [email protected].