2025 Saint John Bosco Fund

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St. John Bosco Day of Giving

January 29, 2025

One Day of Giving, A Lifetime of Impact

Join us on this special day dedicated to supporting the mission of Royal Palm Academy, as we celebrate St. John Bosco, the patron saint of education and young people. This is your opportunity to give back to what you love and for who you love. Your generosity will directly impact the lives of our students, shaping their minds, hearts, and futures.

Give to What You Love, Give for Who You Love Whether youโ€™re a parent, alumni, or friend of Royal Palm Academy, your contribution ensures that we continue to provide an extraordinary Catholic education rooted in faith, excellence, and character formation.

Saint John Bosco, Pray for Us As we unite on January 29th, we call upon the intercession of St. John Bosco, asking for his guidance as we work to fulfill the mission of educating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit.

Together, We Make a Difference With your help, we can achieve greatness. Join us for one day of giving that will have a lifetime of impact. Special thanks to Ave Maria Mutual Funds for their tremendous support of our school and mission.

Grade-Level Competition: The top-3 grades with the highest total giving will earn a dress down day and class party for the entire grade level! 

Updates
๐Ÿš€ Day of Giving Update: Weโ€™re at 50%!!! ๐ŸŽ‰


๐Ÿ’™ NEW $75K MATCHING GIFT OPPORTUNITY!! ๐Ÿ’™

 Letโ€™s keep going HIGHER! ๐Ÿ“ˆ Thank you to Tim Schwartz, Ave Maria Mutual Funds, and Dr. Joe Murgalo, for their opening matching gifts! Now, thanks to a generous anonymous donor, every donation is doubled for the next $75,000!! This is our chance to make an even greater impact for Catholic education at RPA! Letโ€™s keep the momentum going—We can do this! ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐Ÿ“… Leaderboard closes at 7:59 PM EST!

9 days ago by Michael Bussman
Whoโ€™s Got Talent? RPA 2025! ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒŸ

Who knew Mrs. Rinaldini could sing? Our incredible science teacher is now a budding musical sensation, using her talents to hype up our Day of Giving! Donโ€™t miss this unforgettable performance—RPA spirit at its finest!

9 days ago by Michael Bussman
8th Grade Challenge: $20,000 Goal! ๐ŸŽฏ๐Ÿ’™

Our 8th graders are throwing down the ultimate challenge—can they raise $20,000 and claim victory? If they hit their goal, theyโ€™ll earn TWO extra class trips! Letโ€™s rally behind them and make it happen!

9 days ago by Michael Bussman
๐Ÿ“ข "This is Why We LOVE RPA!" ๐Ÿ’™ โ€“ A Special Testimonial from Our Pre-K Team

๐Ÿ“ข "This is Why We LOVE RPA!" ๐Ÿ’™ โ€“ A Special Testimonial from Our Pre-K Team

At Royal Palm Academy, we cherish our youngest learners! Our Pre-K program is where the journey of Catholic education begins, filled with joy, faith, and a love for learning. In this heartfelt testimonial video, our incredible Pre-K teachers share why they LOVE RPA โ€“ from nurturing young minds to building a strong foundation in faith and academics.

Supporting our Day of Giving means supporting these amazing Pre-K families and the exceptional educators who make it all possible. Unlike K-12 students, private school Pre-K families do not receive Florida School Choice scholarships, making tuition a significant hurdle for some. Thatโ€™s why the Saint John Bosco Fund is essential—it ensures that more families can afford a Catholic education from Pre-K through 8th grade.

When you give today, you are making a lasting impact on our youngest students and their future at RPA. Letโ€™s come together to support Catholic education and help every child grow in faith, knowledge, and character.

Give today and show your love for RPA! ๐Ÿ“… Leaderboard closes at 7:59 PM EST

9 days ago by Michael Bussman
RPA Pep Squad Rallies for Saint John Bosco Day of Giving! ๐Ÿ“ฃ๐ŸŽ‰

Our RPA Pep Squad is fired up for Saint John Bosco Day of Giving! ๐Ÿ’™ In this fun, behind-the-scenes moment, our students bring their school spirit and energy to cheer on our mission and inspire support for RPA.

Itโ€™s all about coming together as a community—just like our Pep Squad lifts up our teams, your generosity lifts up our students and helps us continue providing an exceptional Catholic education.

Letโ€™s show our RPA pride and make this Day of Giving a huge success!

๐Ÿ“… Saint John Bosco Day of Giving โ€“ January 29, 2025 ๐Ÿ’™ Give to what you love. Give for who you love.

10 days ago by Michael Bussman
Saint John Bosco Day of Giving โ€“ January 29, 2025 ๐Ÿ’™ Give to what you love. Give for who you love.


Saint John Bosco dedicated his life to the education and formation of young people, believing that faith, kindness, and strong moral values could shape future leaders. His mission continues to inspire us at Royal Palm Academy, where we strive to educate the whole child—mind, body, and spirit.

In this special Saint John Bosco Day of Giving video, we reflect on his legacy and the profound impact of a Catholic education. This day is an opportunity for our community to come together in support of RPAโ€™s mission, ensuring that students receive an education rooted in faith, excellence, and character formation.

Your generosity on this Day of Giving allows us to continue providing an outstanding academic and spiritual foundation for our students, equipping them to lead with integrity and purpose.

Thank you for being part of this special day. Together, we make a lasting impact.

10 days ago by Michael Bussman
Donor Map
1. Grade-Level CompetitionRace to the top! Which classes will finish in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place? The top-3 classes will earn a dress down day and class party!
Grade LevelDonorsRaised ($)
Kindergarten37$11,245
8th Grade13$4,345
Pre-K34$8,880
3rd Grade37$12,765
1st Grade35$8,275
2nd Grade32$13,525
6th Grade22$27,700
7th Grade22$9,110
5th Grade22$12,300
4th Grade31$8,650
2. Alumni LeaderboardGive back to RPA! What was your final year, or graduation year, at RPA? Which class will raise the most money?
Final Year (or Graduation Year)DonorsRaised ($)
20010$0
20110$0
20180$0
20160$0
20150$0
20140$0
20090$0
20020$0
20081$10,000
20121$10,000
20040$0
20210$0
20191$3,000
20240$0
19990$0
20232$75
20050$0
20200$0
20070$0
20060$0
19980$0
20030$0
20100$0
20220$0
20000$0
20131$50
20170$0
Donor Affiliations
Parent icon57%Parents
Parent icon16%Grandparents
Gradhat icon3%Alumni
Suitcase icon14%Faculty/Staff
Suitcase icon5%Board Members
Friends icon11%Friends
Suitcase icon3%Sponsors
Parent icon7%Family
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