List of 5 items.

• What is a pledge? +

  A pledge is a commitment to provide the school with a donation for a specific total amount that is spread over a set time frame, usually three to five years.
  
  A donor has the discretion to structure their pledge to best suit their financial circumstances.  This includes the amount paid each year (which does not need to be equal over the life of the pledge) as well as the timing of their payments.

• How you can structure your pledge? +

  	$100,000 Pledge Over Five Years Equal Installments	$100,000 Pledge Over Five Years Variable Installments
  Year 1	$20,000	$30,000
  Year 2	$20,000	$20,000
  Year 3	$20,000	$12,500
  Year 4	$20,000	$12,500
  Year 5	$20,000	$25,000

• Is a pledge commitment legally binding and am I able to change the terms if required? +

  When a donor decides to pledge their support, a pledge agreement is drafted and signed by the Principal and the donor. The agreement is not legally binding but is used as a memorandum of understanding between the donor and the school to outline information about the gift, as well as any recognition associated with the donation.
  
  A donor may amend the terms of their pledge at any time by contacting the school.

• What are the benefits of pledging my gift? +

  A pledge allows you to make a larger commitment to the school than you would otherwise be able to if you were giving a one-time gift. This increases the impact you have on our students while also limiting the impact to your finances and increasing the tax benefits of your gift.
  
  A pledge also provides the school with the opportunity to honour and recognize your commitment at a higher level. This includes donor listings, donor walls, events and naming opportunities.
  
  A pledge opens the door to greater choice when choosing your named space. As a way to celebrate our donors, depending on your level of support, Branksome offers you the option to name a space within iCAST.

• iCAST naming opportunities and the Stepping Stones Donor Wall +

  Naming opportunities at a range of giving levels are available within the Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre as well as on the Stepping Stones Donor Wall.
  
  

  To discuss this wonderful way of leaving your legacy, please contact: Claudia Metelsky, Director, Campaign and Development, Advancement and Community Engagement, at cmetelsky@branksome.on.ca or 416-920-6265, ext. 324.