, BRIDGING GENERATIONS OF EXCELLENCE CAMPAIGN
If you ask yourself “Was Bishop Loughlin important in my life?” and your answer is “YES!” We ask you to read more about The Loughlin Foundation
Three Schools, One Foundation: Bridging Generations of Excellence Campaign
What’s in A Name? A lot. The campaign name “Three Schools, One Foundation: Bridging Generations of Excellence” has both a literal and a symbolic meaning. The three schools that we refer to are Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School, St. Augustine High School, and Bishop McDonnell Memorial High School.
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ishop Loughlin Memorial High School, run by the De La Salle Christian Brothers since 1851, began as St. James Parish School – the first Catholic school in the Diocese of Brooklyn. St. Augustine (1969) and Bishop McDonnell (1973) sent many students to Loughlin when they closed their doors after many decades of educating young men and women. Today, with dedicated volunteers from each school, Loughlin proudly carries on their heritages — publishing newsletters and hosting reunions and other events. Graduates of all three schools boast men and women successful in business, politics, education, healthcare, and religious life —and much more. And, graduates of all three schools – Lions, Bishop’s Girls, and Lancers – have been extraordinarily generous over the years. “One Foundation” refers to Catholic high school education and the unique common bond of young men and women who grow up in Brooklyn. It also refers to the vital Loughlin Foundation.
“Bridging Generations of Excellence” communicates that the campaign brings together several generations for a common purpose. Bishop Loughlin has served families proudly for 164 years offering an outstanding education. We have active graduates from the 1930s to our recent graduates from the Class of 2015. While we are committed to building a financial bridge to make Loughlin an even better school moving forward, we hope that this campaign represents something greater. Most Loughlin families (as were St. Augustine and Bishop McDonnell) are the working poor and middle class, doing the best they can to make a better future for their children. There is much more that binds us than separates us. This campaign highlights that unique bond. We call upon Lions to support your alma mater. We call upon Lancers and Bishop’s Girls to continue their support, and their schools’ legacy through this campaign to support Catholic education in Brooklyn.
Our Mission Bishop Loughlin’s mission is to ensure an exceptional, Catholic and Lasallian education is accessible to deserving young men and women. We foster academic success, build character, and develop future leaders by stimulating and informing a student’s quest for intellectual, spiritual, moral, and civic development.
From the President Now is the moment for those of us who have been blessed with a sound education to ensure that future generations will reap the same benefit. Whether we hail from St. Augustine, Bishop McDonnell, or Bishop Loughlin what matters is the legacy we leave for those who follow. “Three Schools, One Foundation” captures what is at the heart of this campaign. This moment is unique in Loughlin’s history. The academic, extra-curricular, and athletic programs are growing. Facility enhancements have been realized in the completion of the Cozzi-Murray Performing Arts Center, the Lancer Recording Studio, and the Fitness Center. Competition for students is keen. Loughlin is committed to be the school of choice for a wide range of students. In order to live true to the mission to provide a Christian and human education to the young, especially the poor, Loughlin will need the necessary resources to meet the challenges ahead.
Much remains to be done. The building is aging and needs infrastructure repairs to stand proud for another 83 years. The rapid pace of technology requires that we respond to immediate learning needs while providing the economic resources for future developments that will enhance and challenge subsequent generations of students. Most importantly, Loughlin must remain accessible to the families we serve and would like to serve. Rigorous, values-rich Catholic education runs the risk of becoming a luxury available only to the affluent. Few of us would have been able to achieve our goals without the education we received at our respective schools, which were subsidized over many decades. Now is the time to make a difference for generations to come. Please be as generous as you can. Live Jesus in our hearts. Forever.
Bro. Dennis Cronin, FSC President
The Loughlin Foundation Grants distributed through
The Loughlin Foundation
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n 2001, in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of the school, The Loughlin Foundation was formed to support Bishop Loughlin through the provision of scholarship aid and
2003
$ 100,000
2004
$ 100,000
2005
$ 125,000
2006
$ 100,000
2007
$ 125,000
2008
$ 100,000
2009
$ 150,000
2010
$ 175,000
2011
$ 160,000
2012
$ 225,000
2013
$ 125,000
Thanks to careful stewardship and management, The Loughlin Foundation has distributed a
2014
$ 150,000
total of $1,760,000 in student scholarship aid and specific capital projects. Their assets as of
2015
$ 125,000
June 30, 2015 have grown to a total of $3,413,584.
specific grants for capital improvements. The Foundation seeks to enlist the support from alumni of Bishop Loughlin, St. Augustine, and Bishop McDonnell to provide Loughlin the resources necessary to thrive for generations to come. The Loughlin Foundation does exist separate and apart from Bishop Loughlin under its own charter, but its sole purpose is to support the mission of Bishop Loughlin. Many educated by the Christian Brothers internalized the motto, Signum Fidei (Sign of Faith). While Latin is known to be a classic language, this motto still lives in the hearts of Loughlin students and alumni today.
Breaking it Down.
Three Schools, One Foundation — Bridging Generations of Excellence Campaign What it Means. Where the money will go.
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NAMED SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS You can help in a profound way by choosing to support a student at Loughlin. By creating a Named Scholarship Fund through the campaign, you will make it possible for a hardworking student to attend for four years.
Partial Tuition Gift ı $10,000* Half Tuition Gift ı $20,000* Full Tuition Gift ı $40,000* * All payable over four years
ur student body is primarily African
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poor. Our families are involved and care
American and Latino. Fifty-five
deeply about education for their children. By
percent live below the poverty level,
their sacrifice they are investing beside us in
and more than 50% live in single-parent
the future of their children.
households. Although Loughlin and the Board of And yet, typically 99% of our graduates
Governors limit tuition increases to the
achieve a New York State Regents Diploma
extent possible, the fact is that the “actual
each year, 27% a Regents Diploma with
cost” of educating a student for one year
distinction, and all are accepted to colleges of
exceeds $12,000, compared to approximately
their choosing.
$22,000 in the NYC public schools. With tuition in 2015-2016 set at about $9,000, our
Simply put, we offer a first-class education for working class families in New York City — many of whom are among the working
families face a great challenge. More than half of our families depend on a scholarship or tuition aid in some form.
Our Named Scholarship Funds Anonymous ’70 Scholarship Fund The Antonio Benjamin ’88 Scholarship Fund The Bishop McDonnell Alumnae Scholarship Fund The Anthony Bonomo ’76 Scholarship Fund The Brooklyn Benevolent Fund Scholarship Fund The Brother James Bonilla ’55 Scholarship Fund The Raymond Brustman Scholarship Fund The Paul Chinchar ’71 Memorial Scholarship Fund The Class of 1962 Scholarship Fund The Brother Jerome Corrigan Scholarship Fund The James ’53 and Maryann Dowdall Scholarship Fund The Klarmann and Delaney Families Scholarship Fund The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Scholarship Fund The Michael Gordon Scholarship Fund The Peter Hadhazy Scholarship Fund The Frank J. Macchiarola, Ph.D. ’58 Memorial Scholarship Fund — Mary Macchiarola ’58 The James Malone ’31 Scholarship Fund The MARS Scholarship Fund—Marlene and Ronald Schroeder ’65 The Patricia McCarthy Burke ’67 Scholarship Fund The James ’36 & George ’31 McCartney Scholarship Fund — Noreen ’63 and Peter ’62 Haffner
The John P. “Jack” McGuire ’53 Memorial Scholarship Fund — James ’57 and Rita Reilly The Nancy McKeever Scholarship Fund—Nancy and Karen McKeever The Catherine Musi-Biasetti ’57 Scholarship Fund The George Orenga Memorial Scholarship Fund James Orenga ’58 The Tyronne Pannell ’60 Scholarship Fund The Dominica and Guiseppe Pianpiano Scholarship Fund Joseph Pianpiano ’54 The Quinlan-MacMaster Foundation Scholarship Fund Jamie Quinlan The Brother Raphael Scholarship Fund — Daniel Tubridy ’66 The Raymond J. ’59 and Mary Reisert Scholarship Fund The Don F. Ryan ’53 Scholarship Fund The Save-A-Student Scholarship Fund The J. Kenneth Seward ’49 Scholarship Fund The Pamela K. Sloan ’73 Scholarship Fund The St. John Baptist De La Salle Scholarship Fund District of Eastern North America The Joseph Sullivan ’49 and Melvin Sharpe Scholarship Fund The Eugene J. ’38 and Gloria Sullivan Scholarship Fund The Thomas Van Buskirk ’70 Scholarship Fund The Wasily Foundation Scholarship Fund
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ENDOWED NAMED SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS
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reating an endowed scholarship fund is a unique and wonderful way to provide an
opportunity for a student to attend Loughlin.
In establishing an endowed fund, your
Some donors choose to name a Fund ‘In Honor’
support will allow at least one student
or ‘In Memory’ of a loved one although most
to attend Loughlin each year. You may
bear the names of the generous alumni who
create an endowed “Purple Scholarship Fund” a “Silver Scholarship Fund” or a “Gold Scholarship Fund.”
Endowed Purple Scholarship Gift $ 25,000 Endowed Silver Scholarship Gift $ 75,000 Endowed Gold Scholarship Gift $150,000 An endowment scholarship fund may be payable over several years but only distributed once fully funded.
establish the Fund. The future of our institution
Our Endowed Named Scholarship Funds
can be secured with the establishment of
The Russell Broome ’63 Scholarship Fund The William P. and Kathleen Bruen “Irish Immigrants” Scholarship Fund — Charles Bruen ’54 The Raymond Brustman Scholarship Fund The Connell C. Cannon ’65 Scholarship Fund The Joseph A. Caruso ’58 Scholarship Fund The Avon Inc. and Brian C. Connolly ’73 Scholarship Fund The Bernard J. Gloisten ’45 Scholarship Fund The John D. and Lynn A. Higgins ’51 Scholarship Fund The Loughlin Foundation Scholarship Fund The Jane Cozzi-Murray ’65 and Michael Murray ’64 Scholarship Fund The Seward Family Scholarship Fund — J. Kenneth Seward ’49 The Dr. Robert F. ’51 and Joan M. Vizza Scholarship Fund
additional endowed scholarship funds through this campaign. You may also establish an endowment fund through a planned gift. Our planned giving website (www.blmhs.planmylegacy.org) provides information for remembering Loughlin in your Will or establishing an insurance policy or trust. Several of our Justinian Society members have chosen to establish endowed scholarship funds in their Wills.
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CAPITAL INVESTMENTS BUILDING REPAIRS THE AUDITORIUM THE GYMNASIUM THE SCHOOL YARD MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY
BUILDING REPAIRS
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he building at 357 Clermont Avenue has been an educational beacon and has served thousands
of students well for 83 years. To continue to do this today, our faculty, staff, and students treat the facility with great respect, and as a result the building remains in very good condition. Alumni, parents, and other visitors regularly comment that the building is clean and impressive. However, time has taken its toll in several areas. Through this campaign, we strive to address necessary repairs that will ensure building integrity and function for another 83 years. A top priority, brick pointing of the building, is unseen by most, but nevertheless a great need. We have postponed parapet work due to the significant cost. Completion of this major repair is expected to cost about $1.5 million and will keep water from damaging our valuable infrastructure.
THE LOUGHLIN AUDITORIUM
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ur grand Auditorium has been witness to many commencement
ceremonies sending Loughlin graduates on to a great many professions. We treasure this grand historic space, and our intentions are to preserve and enhance it as much as possible through this campaign. New lighting and sound systems would allow the theater and music departments to function at a more professional level and will increase revenue generating rental opportunities. An HVAC system would allow the Auditorium to be used in the summer months.
THE LOUGHLIN GYMNASIUM
THE LOUGHLIN GYMNASIUM
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he gymnasuim is a vital part of the Loughlin experience for all students. Gym class, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, step, dance, and many other activities take place throughout the year — all on the original 1932 wood floor. Additionally, each year thousands of visitors watch our Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball teams compete for city and state championships. Conservatively, an estimated 70,000 visitors have the opportunity to see our historic and unique “third floor gym.” Prospective students and parents are among them. New bleachers, a modernized scoreboard, fresh paint, entryway improvements, trophy cases, and new hardwood flooring are needed. The campaign will strive to make many or all of these improvements possible!
THE LOUGHLIN SCHOOL YARD
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ur school yard is a source of great Lion pride. World class athletes have raced on our track and generations of students have used the yard for practice and play. Harsh winters and extensive use have taken their toll and we hope to make some important improvements including new surfacing and paint.
The batting cage needs to be replaced and our handball courts are in need of repair. Painting new lines for our multi-use school yard is also a campaign goal, especially with the introduction of our new Soccer and Lacrosse programs. The possibility of replacing our old “mondo track� is a goal. These renovations, and other aesthetic upgrades, will strengthen our image to prospective students, our Fort Greene neighbors and the Loughlin community in general.
MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY
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ishop Loughlin has made great strides in recent years to offer our students the very
best in technology. Currently, our classrooms are equipped with SMARTBoard technology and the building has Wi-Fi technology to provide internet access to devices wirelessly throughout. We expect to become a “one student to one device� (tablets and laptops for each student) school in 2016 - 2017. We offer state-of-the-art computer labs to our students. However, in order to prepare our students for the rigors of college we still have much to do. New and exciting technology evolves at a rapid pace and we are challenged with modest resources to keep up. The fourth floor computer lab, which primarily benefits our Arts Department, is in need of a full renovation and the purchase of additional Apple iMac computers will enhance our art and design programs.
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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATH (STEM) LEARNING
The opportunities for both college scholarship dollars and exciting careers are vast in these areas. Through the campaign, Loughlin aspires to create a state-of-the-art program preparing students to become civil engineers, data analysts, biochemists, and much more.
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ishop Loughlin is excited to partner with the leading organization in STEM programming, Project Lead The Way
(PLTW). PLTW, a nonprofit organization, is the largest science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) program in more than 8,000 schools across the nation. When implemented, our students will participate in a curriculum to help better prepare them to compete for jobs in science, technology, engineering, and math — with college students from any background. The program will also help us continue to compete for, and attract outstanding young students. Our goal is to offer courses in Engineering and Biomedical Science in the Fall of 2016. We expect to develop courses in Aerospace Engineering, Digital Electronics, and more. We have developed a partnership with our neighbor and national STEM education leader, Brooklyn Tech. The opportunities for both college scholarship dollars and exciting careers are vast in these areas. We believe that moving boldly forward into STEM education is necessary for a college preparatory high school today.
In her own words ı Ms. Damaris Wilkins
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s. Wilkins is the proud Loughlin mother of Kristopher Wilkins ’11, a paraprofessional for the Department of Education, and Kristina Williams ’15, a student at Delaware State University. When Damaris is not coaching our Cheerleading squad or running a Parent Association meeting, she can be found working in the Office of the NYC Police Commissioner. Q. What did Loughlin do for you/your family? A. Loughlin gave my family another place to call home. Both of my children attended Loughlin with students they knew since kindergarten. Due to significant involvement, I made many friends with other parents and faculty, and I am proud to say I’ve known some for eight years.
Loughlin was a safe haven for my kids, somewhere I knew that they loved, and experienced love. Teachers and staff took an interest in their lives and went above and beyond to know them personally. My son, who was honored to volunteer as an assistant basketball coach last season, still glows when he comes through the doors of Bishop Loughlin — and he graduated four years ago! Q. Do other families benefit from the Loughlin aid and scholarship program? A. Yes. I know several parents who were able to send their child to Loughlin because of the scholarship and aid programs. They are extremely grateful their child received a private high school education, something they did not believe would be possible. I am grateful too. Financial aid assisted our family through
the tough times. My daughter graduated this June, and now she and my son are both in college. Why is the campaign important? So many parents are faced with the tough decision to send their children to schools they are unhappy with because of a system that exists today that limits a parents’ choices. Some are not fortunate enough to be able to afford a private high school. Loughlin is the answer to so many of these families’ prayers. Q. Why is it important that Loughlin remains the Catholic school of choice in Brooklyn for many years to come? A. The history and tradition! So many graduates send their children to Loughlin. I definitely plan to send my grandchildren to Loughlin one day. I wouldn’t consider anywhere else!
Breaking it Down.
Three Schools, One Foundation — Bridging Generations of Excellence Campaign WHY GIVE TO THE CAMPAIGN?
St. John Baptist De La Salle believed that education gave hope and opportunity for people to lead better lives of dignity and freedom.
OUR SUCCESS DEPENDS ON YOU he success of the Three Schools, One
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Carefully, we have laid out goals that will
matters. Bishop Loughlin and its 164
Foundation Campaign depends upon
serve the needs of our students and families
years of excellence matter. The legacies
the generosity of the entire Loughlin
long into the future.
of St. Augustine High School and Bishop
community.
McDonnell Memorial High School matter.
Our broad campaign goals are to increase educational opportunity and excellence and make capital investments. School leadership has put considerable thought into determining our areas of greatest need.
The history of Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School
1823
St. James School opens
We call upon alumni from Bishop Loughlin,
Providing an excellent Catholic education to
St. Augustine, and alumnae from Bishop
parents who want the best for their children
McDonnell to contribute toward our vital
matters. We aspire to build a sustainable
goals. We ask you to support this campaign
future for Bishop Loughlin through this
because the mission of St. John Baptist
successful campaign and we ask you to join
De La Salle matters. Catholic education
us.
1851
De La Salle Christian Brothers assume direction of the boys section of St. James School on Jay Street in Brooklyn
1853
John Loughlin becomes the first bishop of Brooklyn
1865
1884
St. James’ band plays at the funeral of President Abraham Lincoln
1897
St. James publishes the Mentor, the first Catholic high school newspaper in the United States
The New York Board of Regents incorporates the school
1923
An official alumni society is established
ACCESS TO A LOUGHLIN EDUCATION The common thread among these families is the concern for quality education in a safe environment….and a willingness to sacrifice mightily for their children’s education.
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ccess is our number one priority. Many of our families struggle to afford a $9,000 tuition. Despite our great efforts to provide the highest quality education at the lowest cost to a family; the burden is high. In some cases, the family is a single-parent home with multiple children. Here are a few examples of a “typical family dynamic” for a Loughlin family: • A mother works as a home health aide by day and is a mother of four at night. Her annual salary is $35,000, and a grandparent is asked to assist with childcare and extra money. • Mom works in the hospitality industry and dad works
1933 1927
St. James is chartered as St. James Diocesan High School
The school moves to Clermont Avenue and changes its name to Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in honor of John Loughlin
1937
John Horan writes the first stanza of the Alma Mater and the music is composed by Angelo Consoli
several part-time jobs; they have three children between the ages of 12 and 18. Combined, they earn $55,000. Both families will struggle to pay tuition. Approximately 55% of our students’ families live below the poverty level despite holding one or more jobs. Too often, our twoparent families have a parent out of work for a period of time while the tuition bill looms large. Full tuition paying families also make a tremendous sacrifice (once again, often relying on grandparents) to attend Loughlin. It was the mission of De La Salle in the 17th century, and it is our mission today, to provide an outstanding education especially for the poor. This is why the heart of our
1945
The track team’s two mile relay wins a national championship– many CHSAA and other titles have been won by now in track, tennis, swimming and handball
1964 1947
Loughlin adopts Leo the Lion as its mascot
1961
Students pay tuition for the first time in the school’s history
The water polo team is invited to the US Olympic trials and is the first high school to win the Yale Invitational tournament
college of their choosing with more than half receiving scholarships.
Alumni donors are a position of strength.
Our students feel a strong sense of family and security, and they are secure in the knowledge that the faculty cares about them as individuals.
Our enrollment is strong, but we have much work to do. We believe that reaching the goals of our campaign will ensure and secure our success. Families must have access. Our students must be as prepared as possible when they arrive on a college campus, and that means exposure to state-of-the-art technology and a curriculum that includes Engineering, Biomedical Science, and more. The building, which has withstood the many tests of time, needs work.
Our students perform well —99% of Loughlin students graduate each year and an average of 98% go on to a
We can make these things happen! Our students deserve the best.
campaign aims to create named and endowed scholarships for deserving young men and women.
A POSITION OF STRENGTH
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ishop Loughlin remains one of the larger Catholic high schools in Brooklyn and Queens.
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1969
Tyrone Pannell ’60 is the first African American officer killed in action in Vietnam
St. Augustine Diocesan High School for boys closes and many students transfer to Loughlin
1973
Bishop McDonnell Memorial High School, a diocesan school for girls, closes and students transfer to Bishop Loughlin
1982 1973
After 122 years, Loughlin goes co-educational
Performing Arts students perform at the NYC Marathon for the first time (a tradition that continues today)
1986
big reason for our Between $1.5 million and $2 million is raised each year from alumni and friends of all three schools. The annual fund is the cornerstone of our success.
1992
The first Loughlin computer room is established; the handball team once again has an undefeated season
The girls track team wins the CHSAA championship and the boys basketball team wins City and State championships
LOUGHLIN AT A GLANCE • Celebrating 164 years of excellence as the first Diocesan high
• Graduates from the Class of 2015 now attend:
school in Brooklyn
Babson College, Case Western Reserve University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Colgate University, Fordham University, Hofstra University, Hunter College, Iona College, La Salle University, Long Island University, Manhattan College, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, Penn State University, St. Francis College, St. John’s University, Seton Hall University, Stony Brook University, SUNY – Binghamton University, University of Virginia, and many other fine colleges and universities.
• 700 students enrolled making us one of the larger Catholic high schools in Brooklyn/Queens in 2015-2016 • Ethnicity: 75% Black, 22% Hispanic, 3% Other • Student-Teacher Ratio is 16:1; 94% of faculty hold one or more advanced degrees • At least 98% of our seniors are accepted into the college or university of their choice • 99% of our seniors receive a Regents Diploma each year
2001
2006
Loughlin marks its 150th anniversary and establishes its first Board of Governors
2008
Loughlin partners with Anchor, Inc. to open the first boarding school for boys in New York City
The school celebrates its 75th anniversary as Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School
2011
2012
The Cozzi-Murray Performing Arts Center and Lancer Music Studio opens
The Board of Governors secures the conveyance of Loughlin’s school building and field from the Diocese of Brooklyn to Loughlin and the transfer of the governance of Loughlin from the Diocese of Brooklyn to the Board of Governors
2013
2015
The school builds second largest Green Roof in Brooklyn
The Loughlin Foundation launches largest fundraising campaign in school history
CAMPAIGN NAMING OPPORTUNITIES We understand the sacrifice that donors make when pledging a commitment to the Campaign. To express our appreciation, we have established naming opportunities for the Three Schools, One Foundation, Bridging Generations of Excellence Campaign to recognize the generosity of our donors. All campaign gifts will be recognized in publications, on the website, and on the Campaign Donor Wall.
$ 1,000,000 GIFT LEVEL • AUDITORIUM • GYMNASIUM
$ 750,000 GIFT LEVEL • LIBRARY AND MEDIA CENTER
$ 250,000 GIFT LEVEL $ 500,000 GIFT LEVEL • THE GREEN ROOF • AUDITORIUM LOBBY • CAFETERIA
$ 100,000 GIFT LEVEL • CLERMONT ENTRANCE • GUIDANCE SUITE • LITERACY PROGRAM • ADMINISTRATIVE SUITES • ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND
• SCIENCE LABS • PERFORMING ARTS CENTER ROOMS • MULTIPLE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS • VANDERBILT ENTRANCE
$ 50,000 GIFT LEVEL • THE LION’S DEN/BOOKSTORE • OTHER CLASSROOMS • FACULTY LOUNGE
$ GIFTS UP TO $50,000 • CONTACT CAMPAIGN OFFICE FOR OPPORTUNITIES
Why Do I Give? CONNELL “CHRIS” CANNON ’65 Q. What inspired your support of the campaign?
funeral to support me. That stays with me to this day.
A. At some point in life I looked in the rear view mirror to see what shaped me, and as I did that, Loughlin kept popping up. Winning a “scholarship” to Loughlin instilled confidence in a 13-year old boy, a son of Irish immigrants, along with taking the subway from Jamaica to Brooklyn each day, meeting kids from all over Brooklyn and Queens. I also feel that I benefited from Loughlin’s support and guidance during the general craziness of the 60’s: huge changes in civil rights, Vietnam, the Kennedy assassination and the sudden death of my father in 1964. I realized that Loughlin was a constant during change, trouble and turbulence. I will never forget my entire homeroom class showing up at my dad’s
My hope is that my help with the campaign will be a way for Loughlin to be there for other young people. Q. What did Loughlin do to prepare you for a successful career and a good life? A. As I think about this, the thing that kept coming up was that Loughlin gave me a second chance, allowing me to repeat my junior year because of my academic difficulties. Had they not given me this chance to regroup and catch my breath, I’m not sure where I would have landed. I became a “five year man” but was given a chance to better see myself and life in general.
In my senior year, I took a bookkeeping course with Brother Charles Felix, a nononsense taskmaster, but a wonderful and dedicated man. I found in that course a logic, discipline, and structure that eluded me in Latin and French. This course allowed me to get a job with International Trucks, a company that paid my way through St. John’s at night for an accounting degree, and Fordham for an MBA, which opened up other doors. Loughlin was my foundation. Q. What might you say to others who might be in a position to support the campaign? A. Giving is complicated as it is very personal. I am fortunate to be in a position of having to think about charitable giving
and estate planning, a quality problem as it is said. Those I love are taken care of, but I feel I also want to remember and help those institutions that were there for me many years ago, but who today are still in the powerful leadership position of inspiring today’s and tomorrow’s young people. In my mind that defines what Loughlin did, does and will continue to do with the help of many. It is a “thank you” for being there for me. As I think about it, great universities such as St. John’s and Fordham have large development departments, and large donor bases. Candidly, Loughlin doesn’t and can use my help. I can make a difference. I hope others reflect and are able to feel some of what I feel.
Why Do I Give? JAMES HARTMANN ’60 Q. What is it about Loughlin that inspired your commitment? A. My involvement with a number of urban Catholic schools, as a student sponsor and as a volunteer in the areas of communications and development, has given me a deep appreciation of the significant role these schools play in their students’ lives. Schools like Loughlin do much more than provide a quality education to prepare students to succeed in college and beyond; they also instill values that guide and shape their lives. The faculty and staff at Loughlin work tirelessly to provide students, many from economically and socially challenged
backgrounds, with a truly life-changing experience. I believe that Loughlin provides what may be the only real opportunity many of these students will ever have to transform their lives, presenting opportunities for them to realize their full potential, and make important contributions to their communities. Q. Your estate gift to the campaign is significant. Why did you make this decision? A. I recognize that these results do not come easily. They require the dedication, hard work and encouragement of Loughlin’s teachers and administration. They also require our significant financial support to maintain this level of achievement.
That’s why I welcome the opportunity to support the campaign, with a commitment to contribute to the schools’ scholarship endowment through my will. In addition, it provides a most fitting way to establish a meaningful memorial in my parents’ names. Q. What can you say to others who might be in a position to support the campaign? A. I encourage other graduates and friends to join me in supporting this vital campaign to help ensure that Loughlin can continue its rich and proud heritage of providing a solid educational foundation for future students.
THE LOUGHLIN IMPACT Derrick and Nathalie are just two examples why we chose the words “bridging generations of excellence” as part of our campaign name. Loughlin graduates young men and women of this caliber each and every year. We know that they will someday build bridges for future students.
NATHALIE CORLETT (HODGE) ’03
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Loughlin’s culture created a welcoming and positive place for me as a young person. I could be adventurous during Lasallian Youth retreats, curious in Physics Club, introspective in English class, and creative in art class. The caring and nurturing attitude of the guidance counselors and teachers at Loughlin continue to be a positive force in my life. My experience at Loughlin helped me to build a thoughtful approach to faith and responsibility that is still with me today; it definitely shaped my approach to life and work.
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Nathalie earned her Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology with a minor in Religion from Wesleyan University, and a Master of Science degree in Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University. Nathalie has made a career of launching citywide, start-up initiatives in collaboration with non-profits, universities, and city government. Her current project, “CUNY Next Steps”, is made possible through a new partnership between the New York City Department of Correction and CUNY Central Office.
DERRICK DAVIS, JR. ’08
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The people are what made the difference for me during my time at BLMHS. Countless names come to mind when I think of my experience. Faculty members actually cared for me, motivated me, and showed me that I could be successful, while challenging me at the same time. The guidance department was bar none and supported me even when I wanted to do crazy things — like applying to 21 colleges. Growing up in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn, I never thought it would be possible to be a Harvard Law School graduate. Sometimes, I am shocked and surprised at how far I have come. But it goes to show the power of family, love, and mentorship. When people are invested in your success, the sky is the limit.
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Derrick received a bachelor’s degree, magna cum laude, from Morehouse College, and a J.D. from Harvard Law School in May 2015, where he served as an executive board member and student attorney in the Harvard Legal Aid Bureau. He has recently joined the highly regarded Cleary Gottlieb law firm in NYC, focusing on corporate and financial transactions.
Our Campaign Leadership CAMPAIGN CHAIRS Michael Murray ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1963 Jane Cozzi - Murray ı Bishop McDonnell Class of 1965
HONORARY CHAIRS Bro. Peter Bonventre, FSC ı St. Augustine Class of 1945 Paul Evanson ı St. Augustine Class of 1959 Hon. Rudolph Giuliani ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1961 Connell Cannon ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1965 George Cappiello ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1962 Brian Connolly ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1973 Robert Conry ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1970 Bro. Dennis Cronin, FSC, President Brendan Dugan ı St. Augustine Class of 1964 Michael Fitzsimons ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1963 Mary Collins-Macchiarola ı Bishop McDonnell Class of 1958 James Reynolds ı Bishop Loughlin Class of 1963 Bro. Thomas Scanlan, FSC Thomas Van Buskirk ı St. Augustine Class of 1970
PAYMENT INFORMATION □ Yes, I will support the Three Schools, One Foundation: Bridging Generations of Excellence Campaign by making the following gift or pledge to the Loughlin Foundation in the amount of $___________________
I request that my campaign support be used in the following area/s: □ Student Scholarships □ Building Repairs □ Technology Initiatives □ Gymnasium
□ I prefer to pay by check. My payment is enclosed. □ I/We wish to fulfill part or all of my pledge using Planned and/or Estate Gift options. (box below)
MY GIFT
□ The School Yard □ S.T.E.M. Learning at Loughlin
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Auditorium Other: ___________________
PREFERENCES □ I prefer to make a pledge at this time. (see other side) □ Please keep my name anonymous in all publications/other areas.
Specific Instructions/Estate Gift Details/Naming Opportunity:
This Gift is Made: In Honor of ____________________________________________ In Memory of ___________________________________________________ PERSONAL INFORMATION Name _____________________________________________Class of ____________ Email ___________________________________________________________ (Please indicate exactly how you would like to be listed in all Campaign literature.)
City _______________________________________ State ____________ Zip _______________ Phone _______________________________________________
Please remove this form, complete both sides, and return to: The Loughlin Foundation (c/o Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School) ı 357 Clermont Avenue ı Brooklyn, NY 11238
CAMPAIGN GIFT SOCIETIES ı Gift Society Levels Signum Fidei Society Jamesonian Circle The 1851 Society Christian Brothers Legacy Society
$100,000 + $25,000 – $99,999 $10,000 – $24,999 $5,000 – $9,999
Leo the Lion Society President’s Society Principal’s Society Loughlin Friend
$1,000 – $4,999 $500 – $999 $250 – $499 up to $249
CAMPAIGN PLEDGE Payment Plan Options Installments of $ __________ over the next _______ years (we request 1-4 years) beginning in __________ (month/year), on the following basis:
□ Annually
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□ Quarterly
□ Monthly □ Other _________
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Your campaign pledge is not legally binding.
For gifts in support of the Brick Campaign (for graduates from 1990-2015), please visit the campaign website at www.threeschoolsonefoundation.org PAYMENT INFORMATION Credit/Debit Card Information
□ Mastercard
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Card Number______________________________________________ Exp. Date__________ Signature____________________________________________ Automatic Recurring Gift Option I would like to make a monthly credit card contribution of $__________, using my card information here. I understand that monthly support will be ongoing and will be terminated by my contacting the Loughlin Campaign Office. Monthly Gift Options
□ $10
□ $25
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□ $100 □ $200
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Credit Card One Time Option — I would like to make a one time credit card contribution of $__________, using my card information above. Donate by Check Option — Please make checks payable to the Loughlin Foundation and send to: Loughlin Foundation (c/o Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School) ı 357 Clermont Avenue ı Brooklyn, NY 11238
For further information, please contact Andrew J. Leary, Campaign Director ı 718.857.2700 x2251 or aleary@blmhs.org
Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School BOARD OF GOVERNORS ı 2015 - 2016 CHAIR
James T. Reynolds ’63, Partner, Reynolds, Caronia, Gianelli, Hagney, La Pinta, & Quatela, LLP, Retired VICE CHAIR
Thomas F. Van Buskirk, St. Augustine ’70, Executive Director, Joel Isaacson & Co., LLC, Retired SECRETARY
Mary T. (Collins) Macchiarola, BMMHS ’58, Director of Religious Education, Our Lady Help of Christians, Retired Russell T. Broome ’63, Managing Director, Goldman, Sachs & Co., Retired Brendan J. Dugan, St. Augustine ’64, President, St. Francis College Ernesto T. Ferran, Jr., M.D. ’68, New York University Health Center Thomas J. McLaughlin ’72, VP Project Manager, J.P. Morgan Chase Manhattan Bank John J. Molloy ’63, Chairman and CEO, H2M Architects & Engineers, Retired Michael W. Murray ’63, Vice-President of Administration, FMC Technologies Inc., Retired Joseph F. Perez ’70, Vice-President, Goya Foods, Inc. Gerard J. Quinn ’69, Managing Director, Associate General Counsel, Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association, Retired Brother Thomas J. Scanlan, F.S.C, Ph.D., President, Manhattan College, Retired Auxiliary Provincial, District of Eastern North America Lenue H. Singletary ’87, Director, Chief Administrative Officer, Bank of NY Mellon Pamela M. Sloan, BMMHS ’73, Partner, Aronson Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP
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A quality education for everyone has been of central importance throughout Bishop Loughlin’s history. It was critical to my success in college, law school, and my professional career — and it is why I am happy to support this capital campaign. As the son of a postal worker and mother with modest means, this school was an excellent place to learn and develop personal principles that were important to me in life. It is my hope that the capital campaign will assure the continued existence of this institution and that Loughlin will produce many future leaders for our city and country. – Russell Broome ’63
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CONTACT US: President ı Bro. Dennis Cronin, FSC Campaign Director ı Andrew Leary: 718-857-2700 x2251 or aleary@blmhs.org www.threeschoolsonefoundation.org
THE LOUGHLIN FOUNDATION Three Schools, One Foundation Campaign 357 Clermont Avenue ı Brooklyn, NY 11238