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What is the Meridian Annual Fund?

The Meridian Annual Fund is our school’s main fundraising campaign. It takes the place of traditional school wide fundraisers, such as cookie dough sales or candy bars. Annual Fund donations have helped us to expand our school’s libraries, technology, sustainability efforts, and teacher training to enhance the learning experience at Meridian! 

We suggest a donation of $250 per student in your family, however, donations of any size add up and make a big impact. And many companies offer corporate matches so your donation doubles in impact.
 

At Meridian, we believe that every student, regardless of their financial situation, should be able to participate in opportunities the school offers.
 
That is why we have the Student Opportunities Fund. With this fund we can reduce the cost of IB exams, extracurricular activities, field trips and more for families in need.
 
When you donate to our Student Opportunities Fund, you're helping us provide essential access to resources and opportunities for all of our students.

How your contribution can help families in financial need:
  • $75: can cover school supplies for a student
  • $125: can cover one IB exam
  • $750: can cover all six IB exams for one student
Other items include field trips, uniforms, books, and more!
 

Contact [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns.

 

Dedicate a Library Book in honor of a special occasion!

Donate to the Meridian Library Book Fund and dedicate a book to your student, friend, or family member. It's both a lasting way to honor someone special and an impactful donation to our libraries and students. 

Here's the process:

  1. Donate here!

  2. Our librarians will order a book, and a bookplate dedication will be placed in the front cover

  3. We will mail a card to the honoree notifying them of your special gift. Your new book will become a permanent part of the Meridian School Library!

  4. Your student can be the first to check out the book!

Questions? Email [email protected].

 

How does your donation make an impact?

 

One student writing

"The annual fund gave every single child at Meridian the technology and support they need to learn and thrive!"

    - Kelly Chapman, PYP Media Specialist

"The IB training the Annual Fund provided made me more excited to be with my students!"

    - Stefanie Zook, MYP Counselor (6 – 7)

"The iPads and Chromebooks bought through the Annual Fund give students agency and ownership of their learning."

    - Kelli Doersam, 5th Grade Teacher

"The teacher training not only helped me become a better teacher, but now I get to help other teachers grow as well!"

    - Amy Crowl, DP Theatre Teacher

 

What is the difference between the Annual Fund and other Meridian fundraising?

The Annual Fund is a school wide fundraiser that supports all of the people and the infrastructure that educates our students and helps to keep the school running. It covers the majority of the budget gap between state funding and what we actually need to provide the IB continuum education we offer. When we are fully funded, we maintain our mandated reserves and cover our expenses every year. The healthier our budget and reserves, the more we can implement new ideas, provide more professional development, and retain/attract high-quality educators and staff. 

 

Other fundraisers done through out the year are driven by various clubs and groups at school for specific goals. These fundraisers provide an opportunity to build community while also raising extra funds for the clubs and organizations putting them on. Our Volunteers in Partnership (ViP) host events and fundraisers to raise money for teacher grants which fund special projects, specific classroom needs and other items not in the Meridian operating budget.

 

Ways to donate to the Annual Fund

Candid (Guidestar) Platinum Seal of TransparencyOnline: Donate online anytime

 

Phone: Make a donation by credit card by calling: (512) 814-2594

 

Mail Check to:

Attn: Development

Meridian School

2555 N IH 35, Round Rock, TX 78664

Please ensure "Meridian Annual Fund" is in the check memo.

 

In Person: Drop off a check in an envelope to any Campus Lobby.

Please ensure envelope says "Attn: Development" and "Meridian Annual Fund" is in the check memo.

 

 

Gifts of Stock: Interested in donating stock? Email [email protected].

 

 
Did you know more than 15,000 companies match employee donations? This means that whatever you donate, your company donates as well so your gift doubles or even triples in impact.
 
Already donated? No problem! Most companies will allow you to turn in the email receipt acknowledging your donation and send in their matching gift.
 
Learn how that works on our Corporate Matching page.
 
Your Annual Fund donation automatically goes to the greatest need. However, if you have a special interest, you can designate your donation to any of the following areas: Science & Technology, Literacy & Extended Learning, Environmental Sustainability & Student Wellness!
 
Kindergartners with iPadsThe Science & Technology bucket provides our school with the most up-to-date and innovative resources, including:
 
  • Student access to Chromebooks, laptops and iPads
  • Interactive advanced classroom technology
  • State of the art lab equipment
 
The Literacy & Extended Learning bucket allows Meridian supports training and resources, including:
 
  • Quality training for teachers 
  • Campus library enhancements
 
The Environmental Sustainability & Student Wellness bucket supports education programs that extend beyond the curriculum, including: 
 
  • Water catchment systems
  • Preservation of green spaces
  • Culinary kitchen & gardens
 
 
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CONTACT US
If you have any questions, concerns or feedback, contact us anytime!
 
EMAIL: [email protected]
PHONE: (512) 814-2594