Campaign Goals
Goal: $2,000,000 Autism, Fragile X Syndrome, multiple and complex disability diagnosis compounded by physical and psychiatric challenges push the boundaries of existing programs. We constantly evaluate and plan for the priorities of our current population and future referrals. Ongoing evaluation of existing programs, analyzing new methods in special education and initiating pilot programs will help us meet the changing needs of our students. |
Goal: $2,500,000 It takes a special person to care for people with disabilities. We are proud of our 46-year history of attracting outstanding faculty and staff. We must continue to recruit gifted, dedicated and accomplished people. Increased competition from other organizations and our rural location make recruitment difficult. Resources are required to attract the very best faculty and staff and encourage their development. |
Goal: $2,500,000 Benedictine students and adults in the Open Community Program receive nearly $400,000 in annual tuition assistance. This is approximately three percent (3%) of the total operating budget. As government funding continues to be squeezed, tuition assistance applications increase. Currently, all tuition assistance funds are generated from fund-raising activities. We must increase and stabilize the source of this need-based assistance. |
Goal: $3,000,000 Since 1995, more than $10,000,000 in private support has been invested in new campus facilities and Open Community Homes. While most facilities are operating efficiently, a recently completed independent, mechanical engineering and plumbing study identified $3,000,000 in capital improvement priorities that must be addressed to ensure a modern and safe environment for our children. |
