thursday, april 23, 2026
CA GIVING DAY
For 12 hours on Thursday, April 23, 2026, we ask alums, parents, faculty, grandparents, and friends to invest in our vision. Every gift - no matter its size- is an investment into growing our resources and programs that shape our students' future in a Christ-centered educational environment.
From 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, our community will come together for one exciting day of generosity, investing in the spaces, safety, and experiences that shape our students every single day.
This Giving Day, we’re focusing on two priorities that directly impact our students every single day: Safety and our Early Education Outdoor Learning Center.
Every gift moves us closer to completing significant, tangible improvements across our campus, and you get to choose where your dollars go to make CA even better for everyone.
There are PRIZES for our students and MATCHING DONATION CHALLENGES our students can receive to encourage giving. Watch our social media and website for announcements of winners throughout the day!
GIVING DAY 2026 Priorities
Our Giving Day is designed to build momentum in real time.
When you give, you’re not just supporting a general fund. You’re directing your impact. Whether you choose to strengthen campus safety or help build a new space for our youngest learners, your gift directly supports the areas that matter most to you.
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We’re building a space where our youngest learners can explore, discover, and grow.
This project will come to life in phases:
Phase 1 ($50K): Groundwork, clearing, drainage, and turf installation
Phase 2 ($50K): Completion of the space with engaging, age-appropriate play equipment
With your help, this outdoor environment will become a vibrant extension of the classroom—designed specifically for early childhood learning and play.
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Maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students and staff remains one of our highest priorities. This year, your support will help us:
Add additional safety film on exterior windows
Upgrade door locks to strengthen lockdown procedures
Install a Raptor visitor check-in system at the back of campus
Provide fully stocked emergency “Go Bags” for every classroom and learning space
These upgrades build on recent improvements and ensure our campus remains a secure place to learn and thrive.
Early Education Outdoor Learning Center
This AI rendering captures the groundwork and a portion of the outdoor play area our Early Education division has worked to envision. The actual space would contain other/different aspects.
Throughout the day, we’ll celebrate generosity with fun incentives and community-wide excitement, including:
Swag bag giveaways
Head of School Dress Up Day + Dance Party
A chance to win a Star Wars painting
Plus, competitions and surprise drawings will be happening all day long, so every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference and gives you a chance to win.
Every Gift Builds Something Real
Together, we’re strengthening safety.
Together, we’re creating new spaces for learning.
Together, we’re building a better experience for every student.
Together, we’re not just raising funds, we’re actively building a safer, stronger, and more vibrant campus throughout the day.
SCHOOL-WIDE Competition
ALL-DAY
Who will raise the most money, Early Education + Lower Elementary or Upper School?
The Division with the MOST money raised will win snow cones from KIMMIE’S KORN for the whole Division!
Snow cone party date will be May 1.
QUICKSTART
7:00 am
The first donation (of $25 or more) of the day will win $50 toward the next new Spirit Wear sale!
WINNER: ABIGAIL FRANCIS
spirit tIme
7:00 - 9:00 am
We will draw fifteen Christ Academy SWAG bag winners!
Every donation during this time will be a chance to win a swag bag!
WINNERS: GOLDIE S., MAX G., PAIGE J., JOHN M., ALLIE D., KORD J., ELIZABETH R., JOHN F, SEBASTIAN A., ELLA B., BEXLEY S., CHARLOTTE H., SUSIE G., NORI W., MAXWELL B.
RECURRING DONATION
9:00 - 10:00 AM
Provide consistent, ongoing revenue for Christ Academy’s vision by making an online recurring donation. If you pledge to donate $50+ for twelve months, you will be entered into a drawing to win a Bronze Level Sponsorship for a VIP experience with tickets for two at the 2027 Chocolate Soiree (a $1,000 value).
Dress up Day + Dance Party with Mr. J
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Raise $10,000 during these two hours, one student will be randomly selected from the donations to win a dress-up day (for a decade of their choice) and a dance party with Mr. J. for their entire class.
WINNER: SUSIE G.
ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Donate in honor of a Christ Academy alumnus, or donate if you went to Christ Academy!
Alumni will be entered into drawing for Two VIP tickets to the 2027 Chocolate Soiree.
WINNER: HANNAH HARRISON
spirit tIme
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Time to award fifteen more Christ Academy SWAG bag winners! Every donation during this time will be a chance to win a swag bag!
WINNERS: Lilly J., ada D., brayden E., ava A., kenley O., Gavin S., Callie C., raine F., aaron d., charlotte m., ellie h., jude h., davis c., selah h.. aviana E.
TEACHER TEA Party
2:00-3:00 pm
Raise $5,000 during this time, and ALL teachers and staff will have a teacher TEA Party Day!
Ultimate Graduation VIP Experience Package
3:00 pm
Drawing will be held from donations given up to this time to celebrate your graduate in style with this exclusive graduation experience at Christ Academy!
Package Includes:
Reserved Seating for 10 guests during the graduation ceremony
Preferred Parking for 2 vehicles for easy arrival and departure
$200 Restaurant Gift Card to the restaurant of your choice-ideal for a post-graduation celebration
5-10 Minute Mini Family Photo Session with a professional photographer immediately following the graduation ceremony at Christ Academy
Photos will be professionally edited and delivered digitally
Graduation Keepsake Box to store special mementos
Senior Sign
2 Confetti Poppers
