Grammar Gazette- Issue 2, 2015

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NEW ERA IN GIVING BEGINS

The generosity of the Girls Grammar community contributed to the development of the Research Learning Centre (RLC) opened in 2015. Photo courtesy of Mark Boltman.

AUTHOR Ms Lea Walker Director of Development and Alumni

Being a milestone gift makes it an even more special ‘farewell and thanks for the great memories’ type of gift to us. Over the past year a new building has been opened, a significant amount of sports equipment has been secured, our bursary fund is gathering momentum and over the Christmas holidays the former library building will be renovated. Most importantly, more people are experiencing the joy of philanthropy as an essential part of supporting the education of girls and the continued progress of our School. Thank you. To become one of our supporters please go to ‘Giving to Girls Grammar’ located on our School website under the Community tab or return the 2015 Annual Giving Card in the reply paid envelope provided. All gifts are gratefully received and genuinely appreciated.

OUR AMBITIOUS ‘$1 MILLION+ BUILDING A TREE OF LEARNING’ CAPITAL CAMPAIGN BEGAN IN OCTOBER 2013. $1 804309 IN GIFTS AND PLEDGES FROM 263 DONOR FAMILIES HAS BEEN RECEIVED AS AT 6 OCTOBER 2015.

Thank you to the parents, old girls, trustees and staff who are already supporting Girls Grammar through their generosity. Our ultimate goal is to reach $2 million by 30 December when this campaign officially ends. All gifts and pledges make a difference, and each and every contribution is integral to helping us reach our milestones. Behind each and every one, there is an inspiring story founded on a passion for educating girls, such as the coach who donated his entire season’s salary towards new sports equipment, allowing the campaign to reach the $1.4 million milestone. Another wonderful story is behind the $1.7 million milestone gift: With Sarah being in Year 12 and a Rowing Captain, we decided to make a gift towards new equipment.

For more information please contact our Director of Development and Alumni Ms Lea Walker on +61 7 3332 1380 or email lwalker@bggs.qld.edu.au

GRAMMAR GAZETTE