Annual Fund

List of 10 frequently asked questions.

• Why give to the Annual Fund?

  Tuition and fees at Hockaday do not cover the full cost of each student’s education. Annual Fund gifts and draws from the endowment make up about 19 percent of the budget, while tuition and fees cover 74 percent.

• How can I make a gift to the Annual Fund?

  You can support Hockaday by making a gift of cash or appreciated assets. To make a gift of cash, you can make a secure online gift by clicking here; mailing a check to The Hockaday School, Office of Development, 11600 Welch Road, Dallas, Texas 75229; or calling Mary Crain in Hockaday’s Development office at 214.360.6583.  To make a gift of appreciated assets, please contact Laura Starr, Associate Director of Development, at 214.360.6576 or lstarr@hockaday.org

• Will my gift make a difference?

  Every gift makes a difference. By making a gift to the Hockaday Annual Fund, you have the unique opportunity to make an immediate impact on the School. Gifts to Hockaday’s Annual Fund go directly to the operating budget. Your generosity helps Hockaday provide the complete Hockaday experience of superior academic programs and exceptional extracurricular activities.

• Will my company match my gift to Hockaday?

  Many companies have matching gift opportunities available for their employees, retirees, and families. Taking advantage of these programs can double or sometimes triple your impact. Learn more about matching gifts.

• Will my gift be tax deductible?

  Yes, Annual Fund gifts to Hockaday are tax deductible.

• Why is participation so important?

  Gifts of any size make an impact. Maximizing participation is a testament to our donors’ belief in what we are doing and a statement to foundations, corporations, and prospective students that Hockaday comprises a community actively involved in the advancement of its mission.

• Who gives to the Annual Fund?

  The Hockaday Annual Fund has many donors including alumnae, parents, grandparents, parents of alumnae, faculty, staff, trustees, friends, and corporate matching programs.

• Where does my money go?

  Annual Fund donations go directly to the operating budget of the School and have an immediate impact. Your gift means Hockaday can provide exceptional academic initiatives in classrooms equipped with the latest technologies, offer arts programs that inspire creativity and discovery, and provide athletic opportunities designed to encourage the spirit of competition and teamwork. In short, your gift helps make this extraordinary educational experience a reality for the confident young women who call Hockaday home.

• How can I make a stock transfer?

  Pledge payments and gifts may be made through gifts of securities. Please contact Laura Starr, Associate Director of Development, at 214.360.6576 or lstarr@hockaday.org with questions.

• Whom should I contact if I have a question about my giving, need a printed receipt, or want to inquire about pledge payments?

  Please contact Mary Roman, Director of Annual and Planned Giving, at 214.360.6583 or mroman@hockaday.org