Giving

Celebrating our Past, Cultivating our Future

First Presbyterian Academy (FPA) is committed to delivering a Christ-centered education that recognizes each student as a cherished child of God with unique needs. We partner closely with our families to nurture, guide, and support our students in their learning journeys. This ministry, entrusted to us by the Lord, is a profound labor of love and carries a significant responsibility that we embrace wholeheartedly.

There are two avenues of giving to support the ministry of FPA: the FPA Endowment Fund and the FPA Armor Fund.

The Endowment Fund

The Endowment Fund is a reserve of money that is invested to provide ongoing financial resources for specific purposes. The interest earned annually from the Endowment Fund will provide additional resources that will be utilized for two specific purposes:

• Tuition Assistance
  • For families with demonstrated financial need, the Endowment will allow us to increase the amount of tuition assistance we are able to give.
• Employee Salaries
  • The Endowment will provide revenue that can be applied to employee pay beyond annual tuition increases.

We have been blessed with a matching gift opportunity, of up to $1M. For every $100K raised, we will receive a matching $100K donation.

If your company offers gift-matching, you would be able to effectively quadruple your donation to the Endowment Fund in this manner.

To make a contribution to the FPA Endowment Fund, donate online or send a check to:
First Presbyterian Church Foundation
Attn: Marilyn Morrison
200 W. Washington Street
Greenville, SC 29601

Please make your check payable to “First Presbyterian Church Foundation” and indicate “FPA Endowment” in the memo line or on a note included with the check.

The Armor Fund

In Ephesians 6:10-18, we are called to put on the whole armor of God, with each piece serving a specific purpose as we labor in His vineyard. At FPA, we are dedicated to helping students recognize and prepare for God's calling in their lives, equipping them to don the armor of God for a life of service and leadership.

While tuition covers our essential operational expenses, it falls short of funding vital enhancements, beautification projects, and necessary capital improvements. We strive to keep education affordable, and your support plays a crucial role in enriching our students' experience and the overall school environment.

Bridge the Gap
By contributing to the Armor Fund, you strengthen and enhance the mission of our school. The Armor Fund offers unrestricted opportunities that are directed toward projects identified in our strategic plan. Your gift not only bolsters our existing programs and improves our facilities but also supports essential projects that extend beyond our daily operations.

As we look to the future and strive to keep education accessible for all families who value a Christ-centered education, we invite our entire community to join us in this important mission.  We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our supporters through the Armor Fund. You can help bridge the gap between tuition and the costs of enriching the FPA experience.

Anticipated Armor Fund Projects
The following projects have been identified as priority needs. Our commitment to FPA donors is to complete them as funding permits. We will “move at the speed of money” and schedule work when activities cause the least amount of classroom disruptions.

• 100 Building hallway enhancements (lighting, ceilings, paint, graphics, flooring)
• 100 Building restroom enhancements (lighting, flooring, paint, plumbing)
• 200 Building hallway enhancements (lighting, ceilings, paint, graphics, flooring)
• 200 Building restroom enhancements (lighting, flooring, paint, plumbing)
• Security - communication equipment / software
• Lower School Garden enhancements
• Purchase a new or gently-used activity bus, as the first step in a plan to update the transportation fleet over time.

Our intention is to be transparent with the stewardship of the Armor Fund, and to communicate completely and honestly regarding the status of the funded projects.

Corporate Partnership Program

Promote your business or non-profit organization as you contribute to the FPA Armor Fund through our Corporate Partnership Program. There are a number of advertising display locations on campus and as well on event programs that can be procured. The funds raised will be used to accomplish Armor Fund goals.

Upcoming opportunities include advertising space on the scoreboards and display signage in the gym and on the soccer field.  Spaces are limited. Contact Russ Bryan at rbryan@firstpresacademy.com to reserve your spot!