Legacy Donors

Honoring FHS Alumni Legacy

Legacy Donors: Sustaining and Powering Our Future.

Legacy Donors, you are the lifeline of the Association. Your generosity fuels every program, event, and opportunity we provide. We thank GOD for your contributions to our ,mission to support alumni, students, and the school community.

Part 1: Fall 2026

What Is a Legacy Donor?

Legacy Donors are individuals, families, classes, classmates and friends who choose to make a lasting investment in the future of our Alumni, FHS students and the FHS Alumni Association. Through donations, annual gifts, multi-year commitments, or planned giving, Legacy Donors ensure the work of the Association continues with strength, integrity, and purpose. Every gift, big or small, helps sustain our work and ensures the legacy of connection, and support, continue for generations to come.

Why Legacy Giving Matters

We are grateful for the faithful support of Legacy Donors. Legacy giving ensures continuity, stability, and long-term impact.

Because of Legacy Donors:

  • Alumni remain connected across generations
  • Students benefit from scholarships, mentorship, and encouragement
  • Traditions, history, and community pride are preserved

The Impact of Your Legacy

Legacy Donor contributions directly support:

  • Alumni engagement programs and signature events
  • Scholarships and student academic support
  • Operational sustainability of the Association
  • Mentorship and career-readiness initiatives
  • Preservation of alumni history and traditions

Each contribution strengthens the foundation that future alumni and students will inherit.

Ways to Become a Legacy Donor

  • Individual Donations
  • Multi-Year Pledges
  • Class Gift
  • Family Legacy Gifts
  • Tribute or Memorial Gifts
  • Planned Giving & Bequests

No matter the size, each gift is meaningful and deeply appreciated.

Honoring Legacy Donors

We proudly recognize our Legacy Donors for their commitment and belief in our mission. Recognition may include:

  • Public donor listings
  • Event acknowledgments
  • Legacy storytelling features

In honoring legacy donors, The FHS Alumni Association will recognize and express gratitude to individuals, families, group or organization who make long and short term, commitments to support students and Alumni through planned giving, multi-year support, or gifts that ensures the organization’s future.

Creating a legacy that will

lasts for GENERATIONS!

Part 1: Coming Fall 2026
Part 2: Coming Fall 2028

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Frequently Asked Questions

Legacy gifts may include annual donations, multi-year pledges, class or family contributions, tribute gifts, or planned giving such as bequests. Every gift regardless of size plays an important role.

No. Legacy is measured by faithfulness and commitment not by the size of a gift. Every contribution, regardless of the amount, is valued and used with care and integrity.

Legacy gifts support the mission and programs of the Franklin High School Alumni Association of Somerset, NJ, including alumni engagement events, student scholarships, mentoring initiatives, preservation of alumni history, and the long-term sustainability of the Association.

Absolutely! Many donors choose to honor classmates, educators, family members, or loved one through a legacy gifts. Tributes and memorial gifts are a meaningful way to celebrate lives, faithfulness, and lasting impact.

Absolutely. Class gifts, family gifts, and group contributions are welcomed and encouraged as powerful expressions of collective legacy.

Yes of course. The Franklin High School Alumni Association of Somerset, NJ is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Donors should consult a tax advisor for guidance specific to their individual circumstances.

With permission, Legacy Donors may be recognized on our website, in publications, and at special events. Donors may also choose to remain anonymous.

Recurring and multi-year gifts can be arranged through our donation form or by contacting the Association directly for assistance. More Information coming soon!

Yes. We understand circumstances change, and we are happy to work with donors to adjust giving commitments as needed.

Planned giving allows donors to include the Association in their estate or long-term financial plans. These gifts help ensure the future strength of the Association while allowing donors to thoughtfully steward their resources. More information forth coming 2028-2029.

The Association does not provide legal or financial advice. Donors are encouraged to consult professional advisors when considering planned gifts.

The Franklin High School Alumni Association of Somerset, NJ is committed to operating with transparency, accountability, and integrity. Legacy Donor contributions are managed responsibly and are aligned with the mission and values of the Association.

Our Legacy Giving team will be available to answer questions in the near future and provide guidance, and help you explore giving options that align with your values. More information coming Fall of 2026!

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Part 1: Coming Fall 2026
Part 2: Coming fall 2028