Honoring 75 Years—Investing in the Next 75
Since our founding in 1951 as St. Mary’s Catholic School, we’ve been blessed by families, parishioners, and community partners who make our mission possible. In our 75th year, we are launching the Heart of Mary Fund — a reimagined version of our Annual Appeal — to secure the future of our students.
SUSTAIN OUR MISSION
The Heart of Mary Fund
Your generosity helps every student, every classroom, every day.
The Heart of Mary Fund is Seven Sorrows BVM Catholic School’s annual giving program—a vital part of how we sustain our mission and support the daily life of our school. Rather than multiple small fundraisers throughout the year, this fund invites our families, parishioners, alumni, and friends to make one meaningful contribution that directly strengthens our classrooms, supports our teachers, and enriches the student experience.
This reimagined approach to annual giving was launched in celebration of our school’s 75th anniversary, honoring the generosity and faith that began with our founding as St. Mary’s Catholic School in 1951. The Heart of Mary Fund continues that legacy, ensuring that Catholic education at Seven Sorrows remains strong for generations to come.
Gifts to the Heart of Mary Fund directly support:
- Faith Formation: Providing opportunities for spiritual growth and service.
- Academic Excellence: Enhancing classroom technology, curriculum, and enrichment.
- Tuition Assistance: Helping families who need financial support.
- Faculty & Staff Development: Investing in the teachers who inspire our children.
- Campus Improvements: Maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for learning.
Each fall, we invite every school family to prayerfully consider a pledge to the Heart of Mary Fund. Families are asked to complete a Commitment Form, indicating their participation level, volunteer interests, and ways they can give throughout the year. Every gift—large or small—makes a difference.
Together, our collective generosity reflects the loving union of family, parish, and community that defines Seven Sorrows Catholic School.
Join us in shaping the next 75 years of faith, excellence and community.
The Mantle Society
Leadership Giving Society ($500+)
The Mantle Society honors our most committed benefactors—those who invest $500 or more annually in the Heart of Mary Fund to sustain the mission of Seven Sorrows BVM School. Members of the Mantle Society lead by example, demonstrating a deep belief in the transformative power of Catholic education.
Each year, members receive exclusive communications and VIP invitations to school events in gratitude for their leadership and impact.
Leadership Giving Levels
The Immaculata Circle – $10,000+
Guardians of the Mission – $5,000–$9,999
The Marian Pillars – $2,500–$4,999
The Legacy Circle – $1,000–$2,499
The Founders Guild – $500–$999
Commemorative Giving:
In honor of our 75th anniversary, we invite you to join The Mantle Society with a gift of $750 or more—a symbolic contribution to celebrate 75 years of faith, learning, and community.
Heart of Mary Giving Circles
(Up to $499)
Every contribution, large or small, is a vital expression of faith and commitment to the children we serve. Donors in these giving levels are recognized as part of the Heart of Mary Giving Circles and receive regular updates and heartfelt gratitude for their support.
Principal’s Circle – $250–$499
Honorary’s Circle – $100–$249
Friends of the Blue & White – Up to $99
Give in gratitude. Give in celebration. Give for the future.
Make an impact
Why your gift matters.
Ways to Give
Every gift—large or small—helps us fulfill our mission of developing each child spiritually, emotionally, academically, physically, and socially through a loving union of family, parish, and community. Explore the many ways you can support Seven Sorrows and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
Heart of Mary Fund
Our reimagined annual appeal. Gifts directly support tuition assistance, academic programs, and the greatest needs of the school—making Catholic education possible for every child.
Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC)
Redirect your Pennsylvania state taxes to provide scholarships for our students. A powerful way to support Catholic education at little to no cost to you.
Diamond Gala
Join us on March 21, 2026, for our 75th Anniversary Diamond Gala. An evening of celebration, auctions, and community—all in support of the Heart of Mary Fund.
Volunteer
Share your time and talents by volunteering at school events, in the classroom, or with the Parent Teacher Together (PTT). Your involvement makes our mission possible.
Planned Giving
Leave a lasting legacy of faith and learning. Include Seven Sorrows School in your will, trust, or estate plan to support future generations.
Corporate & Matching Gifts
Multiply your impact. Many employers match charitable donations or sponsor local causes. Partner with your workplace to support our students.
Stories of Impact
At Seven Sorrows Catholic School, our families, students, and alumni bring our mission to life. Their voices reflect a faith-filled education that nurtures the whole child and show the lasting impact of Catholic education for generations.
I am certain that much of my career can be attributed to the first foundation with which I was blessed as both a student and parishioner of Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic School. I recognize and deeply respect that fact.
—Alumni, Class of 1962
We love Seven Sorrows—we feel like it’s family. I like that all the teachers take the time to meet everyone, each individual family. I feel that everything they learn here, whether academically or in faith, is something our children will carry on for the rest of their lives.
—Melendrez Family, Current Parent
Every day we thank God for the path He paved to lead us to Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic School. The Seven Sorrows family is a blessing to be a part of. I get choked up when I think about the amount of love that surrounds every student and family that walks through the door. I cannot thank you enough for all the help and support you have given us.
—Current Parent
Your generosity shapes hearts and minds.
“Mary kept all these things, pondering them in her heart.” – Luke 2:19
