Endowment Funds & Planned Giving
Leave a lasting legacy through an endowed gift.
The Rumson Country Day School's Endowment Fund can be compared to an individual's savings account and investments. Endowed gifts provide a reliable source of income that allows the School to continue investing in the excellence of its students, faculty, programming, and historic campus. It is a financial reserve that puts the School in a position to seize opportunities such as investing in technology, launching new programs, or improving facilities. Above all, perhaps, endowment means long-term security, protecting the School's quality if the economy hits a rough spot or if enrollment temporarily declines.
To give to the Endowment or for more information please contact our Advancement Office at advancement@rcds.org or 732-842-0527, ext. 1152.
“James and I have watched our girls truly blossom throughout their years at RCDS, and we feel fortunate to have found a school built on a mission and pillars that are in line with our family’s values. Since the school’s inception, almost a century ago, philanthropy and volunteerism have supported the growth of the school to the place it is today. Past families have made an investment in our children. Our family alike feels it is our responsibility to “pay it forward” to future generations of children so that they too can spend their school years in a place that not only sparks intellectual creativity and critical thinking, but teaches them the importance of hard work, personal responsibility, kindness and respect.”Kristen Masserio
RCDS Parent '21, '24 and '27
Gift planning leaves a lasting impact on the organization that means so much to you.
Planned Giving is an effective and mutually beneficial way of giving to The Rumson Country Day School while also enjoying the benefits of capital gains tax savings, increased income, and income tax savings. By making a planned gift, you ensure the future of our remarkable school, support our mission and help establish a lasting legacy of excellence at RCDS for today's students and for generations to come. Most importantly, a planned gift maximizes your giving potential while ensuring your future financial security and that of your loved ones. Individuals who include the school in their estate plans become members of the RCDS Legacy Society.
For more information please contact our Advancement Office advancement@rcds.org or 732-842-0527 ext. 1152.
For more information please contact our Advancement Office advancement@rcds.org or 732-842-0527 ext. 1152.
How to Leave a Legacy in 5 Minutes:
- 1. Include The Rumson Country Day School in your will or living trust.
- 2. Name The Rumson Country Day School as a beneficiary.
- 3. Make a tax-free gift to RCDS.
1. Include The Rumson Country Day School in your will or living trust.
2. Name The Rumson Country Day School as a beneficiary.
3. Make a tax-free gift to RCDS.
“I have included RCDS in my personal estate plans. I chose to make a bequest because it was a very comfortable way for me to contribute. I am a bit of a worrier about money and felt that this method of giving would protect my financial security during my lifetime and still allow me to make a significant gift to the school I love so much.”Suzy Post
RCDS Past Parent, Former Staff Member