Gifts to the Newark Academy Fund have an immediate impact, providing financial support to the school’s operating budget for the upcoming year. These gifts are essential to the school’s ability to meet the needs of students and faculty members every day, allowing them to experience all of our transformative learning opportunities.
Newark Academy Fund By the Numbers: 2023-2024
127
new donors
$1,519,741
raised by 1,289 donors
652
increased donations
253
leadership donors in the Ad Lumen Society
When you contribute to Newark Academy, you provide transformative opportunities for all our students.
Thanks to the incredible generosity and commitment of our parents, alumni, parents of alumni, grandparents, faculty, staff, and friends, Newark Academy provides an education that empowers young people of bright promise and character to reach new heights. Last year, over 1,200 members of our community united to raise $1.5 million for the Newark Academy Fund—the very fund that enhances the daily experiences of our students and teachers. Thank you for helping us make a lasting impact!
Choose Your Interest!
When making your gift to the Newark Academy Fund, you can select the area you are most interested in. Check out the options below.
Newark Academy’s annual Day of Giving is day when the entire NA community rallies to show their pride and passion for our school by giving to the Newark Academy Fund. Kicking off with an exciting video debut, this spirited event brings together parents, alumni, students, faculty, and friends in 24 hours of remarkable giving and volunteer participation.
Join us as we celebrate the strength and dedication of our community and keep the NA spirit shining bright! While this year's day of giving was held on October 23, 2024, there are plenty of ways to show your NA pride throughout the year.
Ad Lumen Leadership Society Giving Levels
Head of School’s Circle
$25,000 and up
Farrands' Circle
$10,000- $24,999
Cornerstone Circle
$5,000- $9,999
First Street Circle
$2,500- $4,999
Founders’ Circle
$1,774- $2,499
Alumni Giving
Newark Academy alumni of all ages support the school for many reasons—loyalty, tradition, and a shared commitment to empowering the next generation.
With a vibrant group of volunteers, Newark Academy alumni achieve high levels of participation each year. In 2023-2024, 19% of alumni contributed to the Newark Academy Fund, making up 18% of the fund's total.
Our alumni are valued for their enduring NA pride and dedication to shaping the future for today’s students.
Parent Giving
At Newark Academy, essential support from our parents helps us fulfill our mission for each student, empowering them to grow into thoughtful citizens and future leaders.
With the dedication of parent volunteers, Newark Academy parents contribute more than $760,000 —a true testament to their commitment to NA.
Newark Academy is grateful for our strong parent-school partnership and deeply appreciates your generous support of the Newark Academy Fund.
Friends Giving
Friends of Newark Academy—including parents of alumni, grandparents, faculty and staff, and more—support the school out of a shared belief in NA’s mission. Parents of alumni and grandparents understand the profound role Newark Academy played in their child’s or grandchild's academic, personal, and professional growth.
Our dedicated faculty and staff give back to support this inspiring community and their colleagues, knowing firsthand the difference Newark Academy makes every day. NA consistently reaches 100% employee participation in the Newark Academy Fund.