Changing the World, - Horace Mann School

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philanthropy and you Giving Their Service So That Others Might Give On a frigid night this past February over 70 people gathered at Horace Mann School undaunted by the ice-flecked rain that pelted the campus. Warmed by the collective energy of each other’s company, and the intensity of their shared purpose, they set about to work. The group consisted of Trustees, Horace Mann alumni and parents of current HM students. They are among Horace Mann School’s staunchest supporters, members of the community who volunteer on behalf of the School’s Annual Fund—the fund that serves as the essential source of revenue to close the gap between operating expenses and capital expenditures that tuition doesn’t fully cover. As Trustee Liaisons, Alumni Class Agents, and Parent Grade Representatives who reach out to their counterparts and other members of the HM community for Annual Fund contributions they understand well the importance of their work. But, challenged as all are today by these uncertain economic times, they came to campus for a “State-of-the-School” financial briefing, on news of the School they could share with those they reach out to, and to share thoughts on the concern the HM community has for its collective members. The news they heard was good. Steve Friedman ’72, alumnus, former parent, and Chair of the Board of Trustees, reported that Horace Mann School is maintaining the highest quality of education and innovative teaching that has characterized this School for 122 years. If admission to colleges and universities was an indication of the power of HM’s instruction, Friedman reported that by that date in February the Class of 2009 had reason to feel fulfilled by the undergraduate schools that had already welcomed its members, and the continued respect shown for the well-rounded experience of a Horace Mann education. Indeed, at every other grade level, Nursery-through-12, students continue to experience the richness of educational opportunities they seek in this School. The Board Chair also assured that as managers in every other pursuit consider with care how to allocate their resources, so, too, is the administration at Horace Mann. Those gathered in HM’s Cohen Dining Commons that night were well aware that for some donors the moment for making their annual pledge was yet to come this year. They also recognized the need to inspire new AF participants. And no one needed reminding of why all were committed to work on behalf of Horace Mann. “We know why we’re all here tonight,” said Friedman. “We’re here because we love Horace Mann.” Winter has passed and the dedication of this School’s volunteers and supporters has reaped rewards that become so thrillingly apparent in the final weeks of each school year. Our students have triumphed in academics and athletics; our spring Book Day, arts festival and musical enthralled; our involvement with community service is second to none. Soon HM will graduate another Class of accomplished seniors, and usher them off fondly to lives of continued learning and communal contribution, ready to address themselves to the challenges facing society in the years ahead. For Horace Mann School to continue to nurture and educate all of our classes of equally talented students, our community must meet the goals of Annual Fund, and challenge one another to support it to the best extent we can. Our alumni can attest to the importance of this mission, as they have by working as fundraisers on behalf of their School. Said Annual Fund Class Agent Dan Silvers ’94, “I continue to be involved because of the lifelong friends I made at Horace Mann. I can’t imagine a better platform for learning and for growing as people than the one that HM provides.” Samantha Kleier Forbes ’90, who serves as a Class Agent along with her sister Sabrina Kleier Morgenstern ’94, described their efforts on behalf of HM thus: “My sister and I are honored to serve as agents for the school. We consider Horace Mann one of our great and unconditional loves, and the most important experience of our lives. The School has always been part of our family—our best friends and our most treasured memories are from there, and there is nothing we wouldn’t do for it, including driving up to campus on a snowy February evening. It’s always such a treat to go back to campus!” $ HM Volunteers gathered in support of Horace Mann School’s Annual Fund 48 Horace Mann Magazine Spring 2009
Please Support Annual Fund 2009 The Annual Fund is Horace Mann School’s yearly campaign to raise unrestricted funds in support of the School’s daily operations and is the cornerstone of our Development program. Strong support of the Annual Fund means that our School is able to continue its proud tradition and fulfill its mission of giving each student the finest academic experience possible. Please call Kristen Pietraszek, Director of Annual Giving, or Amy Reinharz, Associate Director of Development for Alumni Giving, at (718) 432-3450 with any questions or to make your gift over the phone. The Fund closes June 30, 2009. Thank You For Your Support. Horace Mann School Alumni House and Development Office 231 West 246th Street, Bronx, NY 10471 718-432-3450 fax 718-432-3010 www.horacemannalumni.org Supporting our success
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