Support Thornton Academy
Your gifts empower TA students to be who they are and become who they want to be!
By giving to the Thornton Fund, alumni and friends like you empower Thornton Academy students to develop confidence by benefitting from the breadth of opportunity that is unmatched in our area. By taking advantage of a multitude of class choices and a large variety of athletic, arts, and club offerings, our students can be who they are, and grow into who they want to be in the future—both inside and outside the classroom. Your gift will pave the way for all students to explore and find their own path.
On behalf of Thornton Academy students, we thank you for your support.
Annual Fund Priorities:
- Free Meals for students in need
- Weekend nutrition for our students in need through the Backpack Program
- Increased access to technology and internet capabilities during a time of remote learning
- Necessities like glasses, sneakers, and equipment that students would otherwise go without
- Arts & Athletics
- Classroom/Lab Supplies
- Facility Maintenance
- Professional Development
- Technology Advances
Thornton Academy offers comprehensive programming and rigorous coursework for a wide variety of disciplines, along with individualized support systems for our most at-risk students. But TA is not able to provide all of this on public funds alone. Public funding provides only 65% of TA's operating revenue. The remaining 35% is derived from private tuition and fundraising. Thornton Academy’s loyal supporters have helped construct buildings, renovate athletic facilities, modernize technology all around campus, and maintain the school's elegant and historic buildings. Please consider making a gift, establishing a planned gift, contributing to the Thornton Fund, or getting involved on campus. As always, our Development staff are available if you have questions.
What is the Thornton Fund?
Annual giving to the Thornton Fund provides critical support to our programs and allows us to maintain our buildings, grounds, and facilities, as well as expand academic opportunities, enhance campus life, and encourage the developing minds of our students. Our alumni, parents, trustees, and friends know that they can help meet students' needs while enjoying tax benefits for their generosity. Memorial gifts to the school are also a special way to honor loved ones.