Annual Cornerstone Fund - Metrolina Christian Academy

Kick-Off Event

The Kick-Off Event - "Love In Action"

October 21 - November 13, 2020
Each year, MCA begins the annual fundraising efforts of The Cornerstone Fund with its four-week campaign, known as the Kick-Off Event. The Kick-Off Event is an intentional effort to raise as much of our total yearly goal of $350,000 Goal for the Cornerstone Fund as possible. The monies raised during the Kick-Off Event are invested right away in programs and enhancements that directly impact our students. (To learn more about the Cornerstone Fund and how the monies raised will be invested, please click the Cornerstone Fund tab above.)

Your donation can be a one-time gift, a recurring monthly gift or a pledge amount to be fulfilled by June 30th. It can also include a matching gift from your employer, payroll deduction through your employer or even a donation to an ‘open’ United Way Campaign sponsored by your employer.

Every student in the family receives the 2020-21 Cornerstone Fund T-Shirt.

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All members of the family (students and 2 parents) receive the 2020-21 Cornerstone Fund T-Shirt.

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Receive 2 MCA OGIO Backpacks plus all members of the family (students and 2 parents) receive the 2020-21 Cornerstone Fund T-Shirt.

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Cornerstone Fund

The Cornerstone Fund

Our 2020-2021 school theme is "LOVE IN ACTION" with Romans 12:9-10 serving as our inspiration, which states,"Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves".

The Cornerstone Fund is Metrolina Christian Academy's annual giving initiative. It is our first priority of giving where everyone associated with our school is asked to make a financial gift during the school year. This gift is in addition to tuition and fees and any other money you may give MCA throughout the year.

Through our annual Cornerstone Fund, you have the opportunity to give the gift of Kingdom education...a gift that impacts eternity for generations to come. This year, MCA's Faith Goal is $350,000 with the monies raised to be invested in the following areas (by percentage of amount raised):

Campus Improvements Expanding and improving our facilities so we can continue to offer exceptional academic, arts, and athletic programs, along with better student life and improved safety.	50%
Academics STEAM initiatives, enhanced curriculum, and more course offerings.	20%
Sponsor-A-Child Tuition Assistance Helps families who need short-term financial assistance to be a part of the MCA family.	15%
Technology Technology improves and changes every day, so the Cornerstone Fund ensures our students and teachers have needed upgrades and resources in their classrooms.	15%

Why Give?

MCA considers the annual Cornerstone Fund its most critical fundraising effort because it supports all students and programs (Early Education through 12^th grade) by providing for enhancements and resources that are not otherwise covered by tuition. The Cornerstone Fund also serves to support the school's mission in training and equipping our young people to be champions for Christ, as well as provide a strong foundation for the continued growth of MCA's ministry.

The funds raised through the Cornerstone Fund not only provide 'extras' to many of the school's programs sooner than would otherwise be available, but also allows MCA to keep tuition at a more affordable level for families. Your tax-deductible gift is vital in maintaining and improving educational excellence at MCA. Gifts of any size are a blessing and greatly needed as each one makes a difference in educating our students for the cause of Christ.

Through the annual Cornerstone Fund, the generous support of our school families, grandparents, alumni and friends have allowed us to fund many wonderful enhancements and resources beyond the general budget. Here's a sampling of major enhancements made possible by the Cornerstone Fund over the last few years - new buses for field trips and athletic events, improved security measures - card-access only doors and security cameras, STEAM initiatives, mobile iPad labs, Lower School and Early Education playground equipment, tuition assistance, professional development, athletic scoreboards, band instruments, campus improvements - such as covered walkways and new flooring for classrooms, and funding for building projects - outdoor athletic complex, Math & Science, Technology & Visual Arts, and the new Performing Arts & Student Center.

How to Give

Give Online Now

Make your monthly recurring gift or one-time gift through Metrolina's secure donation page. Gifts can be made via credit card/debit card online. You may also contact Shea Braswell at 704-882-3375 x7911. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

Check/Cash/Credit

Make your donation by check, cash or credit card. Please complete Donation Form,
Checks, payable to MCA, and Credit Cards can be mailed to: Metrolina Christian Academy / PO Box 1460 / Indian Trail, NC 28079 / Attn: Advancement Office.

Cash, along with the completed Donation Form, can be brought to the Advancement Office.

Recurring Monthly Gift

A great way to maximize the impact of your gift. Give a more manageable monthly recurring gift over a period of time. (Ex. $100 a month for 12 months = $1,200). Click here to make your recurring monthly gift.

Matching Gifts

More than 1,000 parent companies and corporate foundations currently match employees’ gifts to non-profit organizations, like Metrolina Christian Academy. If you or your spouse work for a company with a matching gift program, you can double your contribution to MCA! Click here to see if your employer will match your donation!

Honorariums/Memorial Gifts

A donation made to honor a loved one or special friend. There are many occasions (birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, special event or In Memory of an individual) for a special gift. The donor receives a gift acknowledgement, and a notification of the gift (amount not included) is sent to the individual the donor designates.

Questions about Honorariums or Memorial Gifts, contact Dana Bostic, in the Advancement Office, at 704-882-3375 x7901.

Designated Gifts

Your donation to MCA can be used for a specific purpose at the school (i.e. band program, drama department, building campaign, girls' varsity basketball team, art department, mission team, etc.)

Questions about making a Designated Gift, contact Dana Bostic, in the Advancement Office, at 704-882-3375 x7901.

Division Goals

Each year during the Kick-Off Event, MCA sets fundraising goals for each of it's divisions: Early Education, Lower School, Middle School, and High School. The goal is for everyone, including students, to be all in for what God has planned for MCA. If a division meets their fundraising goal, they receive a special reward during the school year. The goals and rewards for each division are as follows:

Early Education Center
GOAL - $20,000 | Reward: Students receive an MCA drawstring bag. Jr. K students receive a Sweet Treat Day

Lower School
GOAL - $82,500 | Reward: Students (Jr. K-5th grade) receive a Sweet Treat Day

Middle School
GOAL - $62,500 | Reward: Students receive extended lunch with Food Trucks

High School
GOAL - $85,000 | Reward: Students receive extended lunch with Food Trucks

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Metrolina Christian Academy, as a ministry of First Baptist Church Indian Trail, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All gifts are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. You should consult legal/financial advisors, however, to determine the tax implications & deductibility of any gift.