Create a Legacy of Opportunity

Establishing a Memorial or Family Scholarship at St. Joseph Academy is a profound way to create a lasting legacy that reflects the values, faith, and spirit of those who have shaped your life.

A Memorial Scholarship transforms the loss of a loved one into a living tribute, empowering the next generation of Wildcats.

A Family Scholarship offers the opportunity to honor and celebrate an entire family’s legacy or to recognize a family member whose impact deserves to be carried forward by naming a scholarship in their honor.

Your gift provides essential financial assistance to deserving students while ensuring that these values continue to shape our Life Skills community.

In addition, your family, friends, and the broader SJA community are invited to contribute to your scholarship, helping to grow its impact over time and extend its reach for generations of Wildcats to come.

Defining the Impact of Your Gift

Every Memorial or Family Scholarship at St. Joseph Academy is created with intention.

From the amount awarded to the students who receive it, each decision helps shape the legacy your scholarship will carry forward. Whether your goal is to provide immediate assistance to a student today or establish a permanent source of support for generations of Wildcats, SJA will work with you to create a scholarship that reflects your vision.

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    Scholarship Amount & Funding Level

    Choose the size and structure of the award:

    • Fixed Annual Amount
      A set dollar amount is awarded each year.

    • Variable Annual Contribution
      Flexible giving based on donor preference or fund performance.

    • Endowed Award
      Perpetual giving through annual awards generated from investment earnings.

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    Length of Commitment

    Support students for the short or long term:

    • One-Year Award
      Immediate, one-time impact.

    • Multi-Year Commitment
      Supports students over multiple years or ensures annual awards.

    • Four-Year Award
      Provides named student support throughout a student's SJA experience.

    • Endowed Scholarship
      Creates a permanent legacy that continues in perpetuity.

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    Recipient Structure

    Determine how the scholarship is distributed:

    • Split Award Among Multiple Students
      Broader reach across several recipients.

    • Full Award to One Student
      Maximum impact for an individual student.

    • Tiered Awards
      A combination of primary and secondary recipients.

    This flexibility allows donors to balance depth with breadth of impact.

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    Identifying the Recipient

    Support students who reflect specific values or interests:

    • Academic achievement or growth

    • Athletic participation and leadership

    • Arts and creative expression

    • Faith, service, and character

    • Financial need and access to education

    • Grade-level focus

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    Naming & Purpose

    Tell a story through your gift:

    • Named in honor or memory of an individual or family

    • Purpose statement crafted to reflect legacy and values

    • Shared with recipients to deepen meaning and connection

Real Legacies. Lasting Impact.

Every scholarship tells a story. Explore the legacies of SJA families

who have chosen to honor a loved one by investing in the future of our students.

More Than a Scholarship

A Memorial or Family Scholarship does more than provide financial support it builds a bridge between a cherished past and a promising future.

It is a lasting tribute, a continued expression of love, and a powerful way to invest in the next generation of leaders, believers, and change-makers.

Together, we can create opportunities, strengthen our community, and ensure the values of SJA live on for generations.

For More Information

To begin designing your Memorial or Family Scholarship, please contact the SJA Advancement Office.

609-561-8700 Ext. 208