Many thanks for your generous gift in support of a Quaker educational presence in Charlotte.

As a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organization, gifts to Friends School of Charlotte are fully tax-deductible. All support, at any giving level, is vitally important and deeply appreciated. To make a contribution, please make checks payable to:

Friends School of Charlotte
P.O. Box 30623
Charlotte, NC 28230-0623

Other Options. You may choose to make a multi-year pledge, utilize a Matching Gifts program, or make a donation in memory or in honor of someone.  To do this, please complete and return a Gift Form:

Download and print this Gift Form

Matching Gifts - (Opens a new window) Many companies will match employees' charitable donations.

Online Giving. You may also choose to make a donation online using your major credit card or bank account. 

We invite Corporations to support the school through gifts or programs. Please contact the school for details on the programs below.

Pathways of Giving

Organizations that support FSC through qualifying gifts are recognized in our Annual Report.

• Matching Gift. Through your Matching Gifts program, you and your employee are recognized for gifts made to the School's Annual Giving Campaign. Your employee's gift is tax-deductible.
• Unrestricted Gift. Your unrestricted gift to our Annual Giving Campaign enables FSC to meet operating expenses and financial aid goals while keeping our tuition reasonable.
• Restricted Gift. Your restricted gift to our Endowment or Scholarship Funds enables FSC to better fulfill its mission and provides your Company more control over how your gift is directed.

Please contact the school if you wish to consider other forms of giving, such as stock transfers, gifts-in-kind, or the establishment of a separate fund or endowment.

Recognition

We recognize Corporate contributions in the following ways:

$ 1,000	Your Company name published in the next annual report of donors Your Company name referenced in one edution of the FSC e-newsletter, reaching approximately 250 families
$ 5,000	The above, plus space to include a line of text in our e-newsletter
$ 10,000+	Please contact the school for more details

Note: FSC requires that gifts be consistent with its mission. The FSC Board of Trustees must approve all gifts, and the content/placement of Company references on School materials is determined by the School.

Harris Teeter Link: #6102
When registered customers purchase select Harris Teeter Brand products using their VIC card, Harris Teeter contributes a percentage of receipts to Friends School of Charlotte. You can join online or at your local Harris Teeter store using our number, 6102.

Bi-Lo Link: #9631

Visit us often for information on T-shirts, stickers and other FSC items. A portion of the proceeds benefits the school's operating and scholarship funds.

Out of stock!

Tote Bags
Our organic cotton long-handled tote bags are 10 dollars each or two for 18. They'll be back in stock September 20th.

Bumper Stickers - FREE!
Please stop by the school to pick up your free Friends School of Charlotte bumper sticker, while supplies last. A limited number of bumper magnets are also available.

Saturday, October 11, 2008, 7:00 pm
St. Martin's Episcopal Church
1510 7th Street, Charlotte NC
Cost: $15 per person, $25 per couple

Friends School of Charlotte is delighted to be holding its first annual silent auction, "For the LOVE of Friends" on October 11. All proceeds will benefit the school and its scholarship fund. The funds raised will help close the gap between tuition and the actual cost of FSC's educational experience.

A few of the auction items are shown below. To find out how the auction works, or how to donate items for the auction, scroll to the end of this page.

	High Hopes Mountain House. "Rent" this lovely mountain home for a long weekend! Bid a per night rate and owners of High Hopes will negotiate a date for your visit. This private, 2nd home is fully equipped, simple and comfortable, with fantastic mountain views. It sleeps 6 (or 8 with inflatable beds), has grill, fireplace, deck, deer, and is convenient to both Sparta, NC and Galax, Va. Only a few miles from the BlueRidge Parkway, it is a dream location in any season.
	Laguna Pueblo Pottery. Myron Sarracino is renowned for his traditional pueblo designs. His pottery has won numerous awards. This jar is a classic example of his work and a prize for collectors or lovers of Native American art. The piece is a large 8 x 8 and decorated with Tularosa swirls, which Myron executes to perfection. Signed, and includes a certificate of authenticity.
	Uwharrie Crystalline vase - 7" tall. This stunning vase is a beautifully made piece of crystalline pottery from Uwharrie Pottery in Seagrove, NC. It was made by William & Pamela Kennedy and shimmers in shades of blue and bronze. This pottery and its creators are featured in several books on Seagrove pottery and crystalline pottery in particular. The crystalline design is called the "hardest process in pottery" and must be seen in person - pictures just cannot capture the beauty of this piece.
	Uwaharrie Crystalline vase - 12" tall. This exquisite vase is a beautifully made piece of crystalline pottery from Uwharrie Pottery in Seagrove, NC. It was made by William & Pamela Kennedy and the crystal design is reminiscent of ginko leaves in fall - glowing gold on a background that changes from deep plum to gray with a hint of green. This pottery and its creators are featured in several books on Seagrove pottery and crystalline pottery in particular. The crystalline design is called the "hardest process in pottery" and must be seen in person - pictures just cannot capture the beauty of this piece.
	Bluebird Bowl. This is a lovely bowl decorated with hand-painted twigs and a cheerful little bluebird. The potter is Charlotte Wooten from Seagrove, NC.
	Poppy and Lilac Bowl. From apples to zucchini, your dinner table will be enhanced by serving them in this poppy and lilac design bowl. The bowl is about 9" in diameter (maybe 2 quart size). It is a lovely example of potter Charlotte Wooten's hand-painting skill, and a delightful, bright addition to your table.
	Wedgwood Collection. These are a great beginning or addition to your collection of Wedgwood ceramics. These are traditional Jasperware pieces of this favorite and most famous of English ceramics.
	Goldfinch Vase. Potter Charlotte Wooten depicts the bright spring color of the peppy Goldfinch on this gently rounded 7" high vase.
	Adult's and Child's Haircuts. One adult and one child's haircut are offered by Pigtails & Crewcuts - a creative kids salon. Children sit in planes, taxis, firetrucks or cars while VERY patient and skilled stylists manage to cut hair before you know it!
	Gift Card for Haircuts for Children. Your child will have the finest, up-to-date hair style while enjoying the fun and adventure of Doolittle's kid-friendly environment. Doolittle's is a locally-owned family business devoted to providing quality hairstyling for children of all ages. This gift card has a value of $35. and can be used for haircuts for the whole family, products, updo's for special evenings, and the special "baby's first haircut".
	Dinner for Four at nothing but Noodles. Enjoy delicious pan-seared American, Asian & Italian Noodle bowls or treat yourself with a gourmet salad or tummy-warming soup. Dine-in, take-out and catering.
	Gymboree!! Give your child the gift of fitness. Gymboree is well-regarded in early childhood circles for providing age-appropriate activities that children and parents love! These opportunities will be available: Three 3-month memberships; One full-year membership; Two birthday parties (a personalized party experience - 100% fun, with no clean-up!)
	Antique Desk. This unusual desk came from the old 10th Ave. Presbyterian Church (which is now gone, but sat right in the middle of the John Belk Freeway, we're told.) This is a great gift to that aspiring writer. A very special place to work or to jump start journal writing. Just pretend… Ben Franklin, perhaps? Thomas Jefferson? George Fox?
	Original Oil Painting. #2 Untitled painting of pool in the midst of woods. 20" x 24". Mary Edith Woody Hinshaw (1913 - 2005) was a North Carolina artist, author, and illustrator, trained in pen and ink, watercolor, and oils. Primary instructors were Paul Bartlet who retired in NC and exhibited at the Mint Museum in Charlotte; Everett Kivette of New York and John Bryans of Washington, DC. Mrs. Hinshaw exhibited primarily in Guilford, Chatham and Randolph Counties, although her paintings are found from coast to coast.

How The Auction Works

First, ensure you receive an invitation by sending us your name and address at fsc@carolina.rr.com

When you arrive at the auction, you'll register and be given your bid number. This number will be used to track your bids and prepare your final statement for the items you have won.

Early in the evening, you'll stroll around, munching on refreshments and enjoying a beverage (cash bar) while viewing the selections. You'll find sheets near each display describing the item, and this is where you write down your bid. You may increaseyour bid at any time since you can easily see what the curent high bid is.

Sections of the auction will begin closing at 8 p.m. and every 15 minutes until all sections are closed. Announcements will be made about which sections are about to close. When a section is closed, the highest bidder for each item wins the item.

It promises to be a great party! We hope you'll stay until all the items have sold (there may be an opportunity for live bidding, who knows?) and enjoy an evening of fun and friends and a few surprise celebrities. We will be able to accept cash, checks and Visa/MasterCard.

There will always be last minute additions, so keep checking this web site! Descriptions and more auction details will be included in our printed catalog.

To Donate an Item

To donate an item to support FSC, or for more information, please contact Shari at 704-614-1981. We appreciate your help! All donations to non-profit FSC are tax-deductible.

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