Since 1961, Milwaukee Montessori School has nurtured and educated thousands of 
students, many of whom are now leaders in their high schools, universities, and professional fields. However, we could never have maintained our commitment to academic excellence and student achievement without the generous support of a long line of caring people. Today, our annual giving program enjoys a remarkable 89% participation rate, almost 25% above the independent school norm.
Our school may be turning 49 years old this year, but we certainly haven’t stopped growing! That’s why it is so important for everyone who cares about MMS to learn about our Annual Fund and Matching Gifts program, our Spaghetti Dinner, May Gala and Auction, and our Scholarship Fund and Planned Giving opportunities. Help us grow!
Annual Fund
Each year, we define specific projects from our Annual Fund chosen to make an immediate impact on the lives and learning of our young students. In past years, Annual Funds have purchased Tablet PCs to help us convert to a “paperless classroom,” built our covered play area and new play structures, established our school kitchen and hot lunch programs, provided science laboratory equipment, reading books, faculty professional development workshops, and most recently, built an athletic court for basketball, volleyball, and tennis instruction and practices. Help MMS grow!
Click here to get more information about our focus for the 2009-2010 Annual Fund!
Annual Fund Gift Clubs
Gift clubs recognize donors for their contribution at a certain monetary level during the Annual Fund. The levels are as follows:
• Benefactor $10,000+
• Leadership Guild $4,000-$9,999
• Founder's Circle $2,500-$3,999
• Scholar's Circle $1,000-$2,499
• MMS Mentors $500-$999
• MMS Fellows $350-$499
• MMS Partners $100-$349
• MMS Friends Up to $99
How do I make an Annual Fund Contribution?
Your tax-deductible contribution to the Annual Fund supports Milwaukee Montessori School’s innovative programs and encourages the development of new, engaging educational opportunities.
DONATE NOW! or call Stephanie Ziemke directly at 414.259.0370 extension 128 to make a pledge over the phone.
Matching Gift Program
Many companies offer employees, retirees, and spouses a matching gift benefit that doubles (or even triples) your gift to Milwaukee Montessori School. MMS has enjoyed generous matching gifts from:
- Agtech Products, Inc.
- American Transmission Company
- Assurant Health Foundation
- Bruck Law Offices, S.C.
- Clarkston Consulting
- GE Foundation
- Harley Davidson Foundation
- Javco Trailer Sales, Inc.
- Merck Partnership for Giving
- Northwestern Mutual Foundation
- Prudential Foundation
- Rockwell Automation
- The Wachovia Foundation
- Thomson Financial
- Wachovia Foundation
- Wisconsin Energy Corporation Foundation, Inc.
We would be delighted to help you find out whether your company has a matching gift program, or you can contact your personnel office for eligibility requirements and application form.
May Gala and Auction
As we celebrate our 49th year, Milwaukee Montessori School will host a live and silent Auction in our themed event “Roaring Toward Our 50th!” held at the Harley Davidson Museum on May 15, 2010. This event promises to be a beautiful and entertaining evening with auction items ranging from dining certificates at our amazing neighborhood restaurants, unique professional services, great summer camps, unforgettable getaways, gourmet themed dinners, jewelry, art and more! For information regarding the event and donations, click here:Roaring Toward Our 50th!
Gifts of Time
If you would prefer to make a non-monetary gift, consider volunteering for special events that take place during the year. This is a great way to meet other MMS families as well as network with MMS staff. Events that take place during the year include:
• Curriculum Dinner
• Grandparents’, Fathers’, and Mothers’ Visitation Day
• Spaghetti Dinner
Spaghetti Dinner
The annual Spaghetti Dinner is sponsored by our Parent Association and is the largest fundraiser we hold throughout the year. This event, attended by over 500 people last year, is held in February and features a silent auction and fun events and activities for the children. Visit our Parent Association page for additional information.