St. Mary’s Annual Giving

Your gift will go directly to our students, school programs, and facility upgrades!  

Thank You, 2025. We look forward to the 2026 Campaign!

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Thank You, 2025. We look forward to the 2026 Campaign! 👐 Thank You 👐

Thank you for your donations in 2025!

Your generosity shapes the educational journey of every child at St. Mary, Star of the Sea School.

Please join us for our Annual Giving Campaign
in Winter 2026.

We invite you to be part of this year’s Annual Giving Campaign. Your support directly impacts the quality of education and the enriching experiences we can provide to our students. We encourage a suggested minimum donation of $375 per family, but every contribution counts. You can make your donation easily by clicking “Support our School”. Help us continue our mission to make St. Mary’s the best school in Oceanside, CA. We also encourage you to see if your company or place of work will do a donation match. We can provide a tax right off letter.

The expense of nurturing each student’s pursuit of academic excellence within a faith-inspired environment surpasses annual tuition. Contributions of any size make an instant and meaningful difference in upholding the excellence that defines our school. Your support is the cornerstone of our community, and we are deeply thankful for every way our school family comes together to make a lasting impact.

Supporting St. Mary, Star of the Sea School is easy and flexible with various giving options. Consider making a direct impact through traditional methods like cash or check contributions. Explore the convenience of RaiseRight (formerly known as Scrip) for everyday purchases that benefit our school. Online donations provide a streamlined way to give from anywhere, at any time. You may also consider becoming a business sponsor, your company not only supports our educational mission but also gains valuable exposure as we actively promote your business within our engaged and supportive community. Additionally, maximize your contribution through donation matching programs, doubling the impact of your generosity. Whether through annual fundraisers or these diverse giving avenues, your support plays a crucial role in maintaining the excellence of our school.

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Ways to give

Donate Online

Online donations are a convenient, secure, and efficient way for you to contribute to the educational offerings at St. Mary, Star of the Sea School. You can choose which fund to allocate your donation towards or simply choose to donate to our general fund.

RaiseRight (formerly SCRIP)

Help us raise funds by simply shopping for gift cards from 750+ brands to use on your every day purchases. With gift cards from RaiseRight, St. Mary Star of the Sea School automatically earns 2-20% for the school. No extra time spent, it’s that easy. Click the button below to get started.

Business Sponsorship

Elevate your business’s visibility and community impact with our exclusive sponsorship opportunity! Your business will take center stage with a prominent banner at our school, featuring your logo and a direct link to your business on our Fundraising webpage and Facebook. Gain widespread recognition through a heartfelt thank-you announcement, complete with your logo, in our parish bulletin, reaching over 1,200 families, and in our widely circulated school newsletter. Maximize your business exposure while supporting our mission. Make a tax-deductible donation today and watch your brand flourish within our vibrant community! Contact us at 760-722-7259 for more details.

Donate Cash or Check

Monetary donations allow us to direct funds to areas of greatest need, ensuring efficient allocation for academic programs, facility improvements, technology upgrades, and more. Make your check payable to “St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic School” and send it to:

St. Mary, Star of the Sea School
515 Wisconsin Avenue
Oceanside, California 92054
Attn: Fundraising

Donation Matching

Maximize the impact of your generosity! Unlock the potential for your donation to go even further by taking advantage of employer match programs. Numerous employers offer to match all or part of your contribution, amplifying the positive influence of your support. Provide your employer with the following details to initiate this powerful giving initiative:

St. Mary, Star of the Sea School
515 Wisconsin Avenue
Oceanside, California 92054

760-722-7259
Attn: Fundraising
Tax ID#: 27-3959788

 Donation FAQs

  • Yes. As a Catholic school under the Diocese, we are a registered nonprofit. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Donors will receive a confirmation email and tax receipt.

  • Donations directly support student programs, tuition assistance, campus improvements, technology upgrades, faculty development, and essential operational needs. Every gift strengthens our mission and enhances the student experience.

  • Absolutely. You may designate your gift toward programs such as tuition assistance, athletics, technology, classroom resources, campus maintenance, or the general fund.

  • The general fund supports the areas of greatest need. These flexible gifts allow us to respond quickly to school priorities, unexpected expenses, and student needs.

  • You can donate securely through our website’s giving portal. All transactions are encrypted and processed through a trusted nonprofit payment system.

  • Yes. Checks can be mailed or delivered to the school office or parish office. Please make checks payable to St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic School and include any designation in the memo.

  • Yes. Many donors choose recurring gifts because they provide steady, reliable support. You can set up a monthly or quarterly donation through our online giving system. Please also see our Alumni page for recurring “Team 10” giving.

  • Local businesses can partner with us through event sponsorships, scholarship programs, campus projects, and community service initiatives. Contact our development office for sponsorship packages.

  • We gladly accept in-kind support such as classroom supplies, sports equipment, technology, event items, or services. All in-kind donations must be approved to ensure they meet current school needs.

  • Yes! Alumni support helps us preserve our legacy and continue shaping future generations. Alumni giving is encouraged and deeply appreciated. Please register and donate on our alumni page

  • Fundraisers provide essential revenue for classroom materials, extracurricular programs, field trips, campus maintenance, and tuition assistance. They also strengthen community connection and school spirit.ion

  • No. Every gift—large or small—has a meaningful impact. Families often start with whatever they feel comfortable contributing.

  • Yes. Tribute gifts are a beautiful way to honor a loved one, alumni, teacher, or priest. We will acknowledge the honoree or their family upon request.

  • We follow careful budgeting, diocesan oversight, ethical fundraising practices, and transparent reporting. We view every donation as a blessing and use funds with gratitude and responsibility.

  • Yes—and many do! Parishioner support strengthens our mission, enhances Catholic education in our community, and ensures continued faith formation for generations of students.

  • You can reach our school office or development coordinator for questions about giving, designations, sponsorships, or stewardship reports. We are here to help and grateful for your support. Contact us here.