November 2, 2023
Holloway Foundation, Inc. 150 4th Avenue N Suite1850 Nashville, TN 37219
Dear Holloway Foundation,
Thanks to your unwavering support, we have received over $3.7 million in gifts and pledges toward Enhancing the Experience: A Campaign For MRA. We are thankful for these significant investments from our patrons, which have enabled us to begin several of our projects ahead of schedule. New collaborative classroom desks are being used in the elementary and high school, our teachers are enjoying a renovated lounge and workroom, and all of our elementary classrooms have been updated. We have also been able to enhance our student leadership spaces, as well as create a Counseling Center and a new Biomedical Sciences academic program and lab. As we set our sights on the future, we have even more to accomplish. The campaign's next phase will focus on building a new tennis complex and golf practice facility, a performing arts rehearsal hall, and the Rawlings Hall Enrichment Center in our kindergarten. With your renewed support, we can surpass expectations and create a lasting impact on our students, faculty, and families that will be felt for generations to come. With our capital campaign nearing its next phase, we invite you to continue this journey with us by renewing your pledge of $100,000 for another year. Your generosity will help us continue our essential work and propel us toward success as we work to reach our goal of $4,755,000.
To renew your pledge, please use the enclosed reply card. If you have any questions or would like to discuss your pledge further, please feel free to contact me directly at 601.624.1867 or tland@mrapats.org.
Thank you for being an integral part of our journey. Together, we are shaping a brighter future for our students, faculty, and families for years to come.
Sincerely,
Termie Land Head of School
Contents
Introduction Opportunity Projects
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Invitation Appendix
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Donors Volunteers Board Ways to Give Tax Exempt Letter
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Educating the Mind, Body, and Spirit
Introduction
In keeping with the mission of Madison-Ridgeland Academy, we strive to provide a superior educational experience for our students while encouraging and enabling each student to reach his or her individual potential. Our dedicated faculty recognizes and respects the unique ways in which each student learns best, teaching an academically rigorous curriculum while simultaneously going beyond the classroom walls to provide “real life” experiences. As students become lifelong learners, they are encouraged to think critically, creatively, and independently. We have an innovative, student-centered academic program geared to each child’s individual strengths and interests, and we have small class sizes in which every type of learner can thrive. We are honored to be a part of the journey as we walk hand in hand with our students as we prepare them for lives of knowledge, purpose, and character. While our school has experienced growth in student numbers, record academic achievements, and championship athletic accomplishments, we have intentionally maintained an emphasis on upholding our core values that make us different and special. Growth doesn’t always mean bigger. Since MRA’s founding in 1969, a family atmosphere and individualized attention to our students have been an integral part of the culture of our school. We strive to be a place where knowledge, talent, and goals are fostered and where each child is valued for his or her gifts.
At MRA, growth means deeper, enriched, stronger, enhanced.
Deeper relationships. Enriched academic programs. Enhanced experiences.
Opportunity
In the Summer of 2022, MRA retained the J. F. Smith Group - an independent fund- raising firm - to help conduct an extensive planning study among past, present, and future members of the MRA community to determine the feasibility of launching a capital campaign to support the Board-approved strategic plans. The goal is not to grow enrollment, but to directly enhance the academic, art, and athletic programs of our current and future students, as well as the experiences held by our faculty, staff, and parents. The results of the study indicated that our school community enthusiastically supports and is in agreement with the necessity of the proposed projects to ensure MRA students have the best in class experiences available across academics, arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities. After a year of prayer and preparation, MRA is entering a capital campaign to make the vision a reality. Together, MRA Leadership and the Board of Trustees have launched Enhancing the Experience: A Campaign for Madison-Ridgeland Academy seeking to raise $4,755,000. MRA is committed to enhancing the experiences of our students, faculty, staff, and families now and in the future. Your participation in Enhancing the Experience helps address current needs and shapes the future of MRA.
"With Enhancing the Experience , we desire to provide avenues for our students to experience enriched academic programs and expanded opportunities to serve and lead. We look forward to the impact it will have on the MRA campus and on the MRA family, now and for years to come."
Termie Land Head of School
Rawlings Hall Enrichment Center
$4,500,000
The magic of MRA starts in kindergarten with our youngest learners - a place of wonder, excitement, and hands-on experiences. Presented in a nurturing, loving, and stimulating environment, our well-planned activities develop the academic, creative arts, physical, and social skills of each child. Completion of the Rawlings Hall Enrichment Center will move two K5 classrooms to the K5 hall, as well as create spaces for the enrichment classes of music, Bible, and computer. In addition, the center will include a multi-purpose room for PE classes, indoor recess, after-school activities, Grandparents’ Days, and other school programs and events.
Rawlings Hall Enrichment Center
Performing Arts Rehearsal Hall $1,700,000
We believe that each student has unique God-given talents and abilities, and we are committed to helping students discover and explore those gifts to their fullest potential. The Visual and Performing Arts Department at MRA provides an avenue through which every student at every age level has the opportunity to explore and develop his or her creative gifts and abilities. Our performing arts program has grown significantly over the last five years. More than 1,000 students are involved in the performing arts at MRA, and we would like to give them a place to practice, as well as create their elaborate stage sets without having to take them down each day. MRA is proposing to expand the current storage building south of the baseball field and create a Performing Arts Rehearsal Hall. This will provide a permanent facility for our current and future performing artists to cultivate their talents and deepen their relationships.. This will provide a permanent facility for our current and future performing artists to cultivate their talents and deepen their relationships.
Performing Arts Practice Facility
Classroom Upgrades and Enhancements
$800,000
Additional upgrades planned for the elementary and high school wings include technology enhancements, new classroom desks and flexible seating, art casing displays, and new monitors for the hallways.
"I truly believe that MRA provides an education in a class of its own. The dedication, love, and respect our educators have for our students are what sets us apart. Enhancing the Experience will provide our students, faculty, and families with incredible opportunities to grow, and develop. I invite all of the MRA family to help make these projects a reality and create possibilities for the future."
Brooke Jones Faculty Chair
Tennis Complex $1,000,000
MRA has purchased four acres of land from Ridgecrest Baptist Church in order to build a Patriot Tennis Complex.
The construction of eight “home” tennis courts on Old Canton Road will enhance safety for our student-athletes while allowing for increased student and fan participation. There may also be room for a small golf practice area. Plans are underway to determine the possibility of placing a few nets and putting green in any remaining available space.
Invitation
As part of our campus life, MRA provides experiences in which a student can discover his or her own unique talents, develop the leader within, explore new interests, find his or her passion, experience teamwork and collaboration, and gain an appreciation for giving back to others. There is so much more to learning than attending class. A day at MRA is full of not only classroom experiences, but also opportunities for involvement and participation which make for a full, well-rounded education. The positive impact MRA has had on those it serves would not be possible without the physical and financial support of our Patrons. As a part of the school's family of support, you have the opportunity to set the standard for others. We invite you to help us create more opportunities for our students to find their place, strengthen their relationships, and honor their God-given gifts and talents. Your gift may be established as a pledge, payable over three years. Pledges do not necessarily have to be made in equal installments. Some families, for instance, have chosen to increase their payments as time passes. Gifts to MRA are tax- deductible, as allowed by law.
Thank you for your prayerful participation and support of Enhancing the Experience: A Campaign for MRA.
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. 1 Peter 4:10
Donors The first project of our campaign has been funded and brought to life through the complete renovation of the elementary library.
The remodeled Tracie and Jeff McPherson Library is helping create a love of reading for all first through fifth grade students.
Donors
LeAnn and Brian Carter Alesha and Stuart Cary Kay and Wes Chance Mary Stafford and Brett Christensen Tara and Trey Clark Mindy and Dennis Cobb Tracie and Robert Coon Joanne and David Cooper Leah and Jason Cox Ellen and Joseph Craven Libbo and Clay Crosswhite Judith and Gregory Crotty Yolanda and Erick Dampier Marissa and John Davidson Darla and Herbert Davis Becca and Quinton Dickerson Teresa and Billy Joe Dottley Rosalind and Will Dottley Julie and John Downer Michelle and Donny Dukes Melissa and James Duncan Frances and Les Dykes Erin and Gibson Eatherly Kelly and Andrew Edwards Ergon Foundation Amy Ethridge Kayleigh and Ian Few Carolyn Grace and William Fincher Shelley and Patrick Floyd Avery and Neil Forbes
CT and George Adams Atul Aggarwal Donna and Lance Allen
Jordan and Bryan Gaspard Jamie and Skipper Giordano Lindsey and Chauncey Godwin Belinda and Mike Gordon Julie and Thad Gordon Tammy Graham Brandy and Beau Griffin Dana and Tommy Guthrie Lauren and Ross Hailey Courtney and Ben Haindel Valerie and Alan Hart Liz Haskins Christy and Mike Hawkins Paige and Wade Hawkins Tory and Alex Hawkins Jennifer and Clinton Heard Katy and Seth Hedglin Deborah and Billy Hill Sheri and Harry Hill Wendy and Rob Holladay Missy and Jason Hollis Holloway Foundation Traci and Greg Holloway Olivia and Jerry Host Lori Beth and Thomas House Dionna and Chris Howard Carley and Harper Hudnall Barbara and Harry Hutchins Janine Hutchinson Rachel and Ross Jensen Anne and Justin Jernigan Leigh and Eric Jernigan Stephanie and Wes Johnson Sherry and Gary Jones Brooke and Chip Jones Kate and John Kehoe Tara and Bryan King Missy and Keith Kinkade Mary Margaret and Ray Kinney
Anonymous Anonymous
Valerie and Kevin Bailey Lena and Chuck Barlow Martha Batson Tesa and Gene Berry Alice and Barry Biggers Margaret and Chad Biggs
John Black Sydni Black
Molly and Austin Blakeney Jessica and Arturo Blanco Sam Blanton Dawn and Shane Blanton Stacie and Kent Bloodworth Mary and Gaston Box Tina and Paul Box Donna and Tom Box Matt Bramuchi Ginny and Trey Breckenridge Cammie and Keith Breedlove Lynn and David Britt Jennifer and Rock Britt Virginia and Steve Britt Cheryl and Doug Broome Brown Bottling Group Cindy and Joey Brown Carol and Mike Brown Teresa Brown Jenny and Philip Buchanan Gigi and David Buck Alan Burford Mackenzie and Drew Burns Gail and Britton Butler Julie and David Cado Kristie and Kirk Cameron
Laurie and Stephen Force Jamie and Michael Ford Austin Fortenberry Brian Fugler Tina and Kyle Fulcher Grace and Kevin Fuller Jennifer Gainey Ashley and CJ Garavelli Susan and Don Garner
Donors
Lisa and Termie Land Melissa and Garry Langston Lauren and John Laws Wendy and Jay Lewis Chad Lipscomb Amanda and Payton Lockey Erick Lofton Jennifer and Pat Lovitt Stephanie Lynch Bryan Madden Meagen and Daniel Mallett Arin and Mitchell Malouf Brittany and Andrew Mann Linda Mann Devin and Scott Martin Kristen and Colby Mason Martha and Chase Maxey Mona and Ryan McBride Jennifer and Joseph McCaskill Courtney and Patrick McCraney Kayla and Zach McCraw Janna and Randy McIntosh Paula and Don McLemore Meagan and Will McPherson Laura Miller Grace and Alan Moore Christina and Ford Mundy Beth and Scott Murray Wesley and J Nelson Kristie and David Nutt Sandra and Tony Page Silvia Page Mary Claire and Andrew Parrish Terry and Kent Parrish Elizabeth and Phillip Patrick Karen and Allen Pavatte Robin and Jason Peacock Tammie and George Peart Mary and William Pentecost
Susan and Jim Peoples Melissa and Troy Peters LeAnne and Steve Pittman Amanda and John Polles
Nancy and Bob Smylie Samuel Smylie Ashley and Alston Sory Julie and Craig Sosebee Sissy and Greg Spence Leanne and Nathan Stamper Melissa and Matt Stampley Beth and Kory Stephens Lauren and Matt Stratton Courtney and Clinton Streeter Laurie and James Strickland Anna and Jay Stroble Brittany and Derek Strong Jan and Mike Sturdivant Ashley and Josh Swain Lynsey and Chance Theriot Amanpreet and Navjot Thind Hollie Tucker Sarah and Joe Ulmer Diane and Don Varner Kaitlyn and Jason Vassar Holli and Brian Velez Ashley and Carl Venable Christy and Matt Walker Trace Walters Ware Foundation Bobbie and Frazier Ward Katie Warlick Courtney and Brett Warren Katie and Stuart Warren Kristen and John Weaver Allison and Bo Weems Tamah and Danny White Lauren and Kenneth Williams Page and Keith Wilson Beth and Michael Yerger
Betsy and Steve Potter Glenda and John Proctor Natalie Proctor Sandy and Jeff Rawlings JeanAnn and Jason Reeves Tonya and Ken Reeves Kristin and Robyn Reynolds Ashley and Tom Rich Elizabeth and Joel Richardson Claire and Lewis Ridgway Dana and Chandler Rives Debbie and Alexander Robertson Page and Elliott Robertson Kim and BC Rogers Mallory and Tyler Rosamond Kandice and Mark Rowe Casey and Daniel Rowland Morgan and David Rozier Anne and Charlie Ruffin Lynn and Phillip Rutledge Laurie and Curt Ruwe Meri Ansley and Liston Sage Kyla Sanford Vanessa and Lance Sceroler Alisha and Justyn Schelver Lauren and Nathan Schultz Elise and Greg Self Kate and Brian Sistrunk Amanda and Jason Smillie Anna and Andy Smith Beth and Jason Smith Garrett Smith Nancy and Jerry Smith Stacy and John David Smith Marcia and Matt Smith
Campaign Volunteers
Neil and Avery Forbes, Campaign Chairs
Campaign Team Termie Land Alan Hart Kyle Fulcher Kevin Bailey Meagen Mallett Mary Claire Parrish Martha Maxey
Head of School Board of Trustees, President Board of Trustees, Vice President Board of Trustees, Treasurer Board of Trustees, Secretary
Director of Development Director of Advancement Advancement Coordinator Director of Finance
Kay Chance Grace Moore
Faculty/Staff Committee Brooke Jones LeAnne Pittman
Faculty Chair Kindergarten Elementary Middle School High School
Page Wilson Steve Potter Chad Lipscomb
Support Groups PATS Board Moms in Touch Faculty/Staff Committee
Board of Trustees
Alan Hart, President Kyle Fulcher, Vice-President Meagen Mallett, Secretary Kevin Bailey, Treasurer - '00 Margaret Biggs Robert Coon Melissa Duncan Grace Fuller
Brad Gatlin - '94 Seth Hedglin - '99 Keith Kinkade John Laws Mona McBride Lance Sceroler Carl Venable
Ways to Give
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Savings
Deduct gifts up to 50% of your adjusted gross income in any one year. Carry over any excess into as many as five tax years. Deduct the full current value of the stock and bypass any capital gains tax, which might be due on a sale. Deduct such gifts up to 30% of your adjusted gross income in any one year. Carry over any excess into as many as five tax years. Securities must be long-term (held longer than a year) to qualify for favorable tax treatment. Deduct the current value of your cost in the asset, depending upon how the asset will be used. Inquire for details. Note: A qualified appraisal is required if you are claiming a charitable deduction of $5,000 or more. Take a deduction if you name a charitable owner and beneficiary. Inquire for details.
Give by check or other means of giving cash.
Cash
Please contact Mary Claire Parrish, Director of Development at mcparrish@mrapats.org
Securities
Personal Property Given for a Related Use
Deed or deliver property to the recipient.
Assign a charitable beneficiary (or owner and beneficiary) of an existing or new policy. Include Madison-Ridgeland Academy in your will for a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or a remainder gift after bequests to individuals have been paid.
Life Insurance
Take an estate tax deduction for full value of your bequest to Madison- Ridgeland Academy.
Bequest
Madison-Ridgeland Academy is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Please consult your tax advisor, attorney, or other professional advisors for specific advice and additional information regarding your individual situation.
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