Gremlin Bucks = Wishes Granted!
Thanks to generous gifts in 2025 and smart investments of highly appreciated assets, the Sacred Heart Foundation is doing something extra special tonight: we’re gifting Sacred Heart School $25,000 to spend immediately on Wish List items—and you get to help decide how it’s spent.
When you make a gift or pledge to the 2026 Annual Fund Drive tonight, as our thank-you, you’ll
- Receive $250 in Gremlin Bucks to allocate toward school Wish List needs AND
- You’ll be entered to win a spot in our grand-finale game-show round
Why Gremlin Bucks matter: think of it like directing a donation to the cause you care about most. Tonight, that cause is Sacred Heart School, and you get to choose what makes the biggest impact.
So play hard, give generously, and remember: the biggest winner tonight is always Sacred Heart School. ❤️
Wish List Packages
Get Physical – Recess and PE
Our equipment wears out before our Gremlins do! Help keep recess rolling with classic and inclusive equipment every student can enjoy. This gift upgrades age-appropriate equipment designed for safe play—especially during indoor recess when space is limited.
- Dodgeball Equipment
- Mini Soccer Goals
- Age-appropriate Recess Equipment
💰 $1,000 → 4 Gremlin Bucks
Jesus Christ Superstar – Religion Curriculum
These quality supplemental materials enhance faith formation for our early learners and for those in confirmation prep.
- Decision Point Consumerable Books (Confirmation)
- God Made Me – Preschool religion curriculum through Loyola Press that engages through stories, songs, and activities
💰 $1,500 → 6 Gremlin Bucks
Making the Band – Sheet Music and Instrument Repairs
A strong music program depends on playable instruments and inspiring repertoire.
- Instrument Cleaning and Repairs
- Fresh, age and skill-appropriate sheet music
Help us ensure that school-owned student instruments remain safe, playable, and performance-ready. Regular maintenance helps students practice with confidence, supports consistent skill development, and ensemble success.
💰 $1,500→ 6 Gremlin Bucks
Safety Dance – Well Being
Student safety depends on rapid response, visibility, communication, and reliable equipment.
- EPIPENS
- New Cafeteria Trays
- Walkie-Talkie replacement & Repairs
- Crossing Guard LED Stop Sign
(Mr. Bob, our crossing guard, has expressed real concern that vehicles don’t always notice him, putting him at risk.)
💰 $2,000 → 8 Gremlin Bucks
Your So Vain-ity – Bathroom
Water damage has taken its toll on third-floor bathrooms. Addressing these issues now prevents mold, structural damage, and more costly repairs later.
- Girl’s Third Floor Bathroom Countertop
- Boy’s Third Floor Bathroom Countertop
💰 $1,750→ 7 Gremlin Bucks
The More You Know – Literacy Package
Strong readers and curious learners become confident students. This package supports literacy, writing, and hands-on discovery across multiple grade levels.
Mystery Science (Grades 1-5)
Brings real-world science experiments into the classroom, sparking curiosity and encouraging hands-on learning. Students explore scientific concepts through engaging lessons that build critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Mystery Writing (Grades 3–5)
Guides students through the writing process with structured coaching and creative prompts that make writing fun, approachable, and effective while strengthening communication skills.
PK Scholastic – My Big World (PK)
Provides age-appropriate nonfiction magazines that support early literacy while introducing preschool students to science and social studies through colorful, engaging content.
Reading Lab – Library Books (Grades K-8)
Help us add new, high-interest titles to the library, including popular series like I Survived, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and Who Was…?, helping motivate students to read more and develop a lifelong love of reading.
💰 $2,000 annually → 8 Gremlin Bucks
Take Me Out to the Ballgame – Baseball field rentals
Playing on a safe, high-quality baseball field elevates the student-athlete experience and school pride. Your gift will help cover the cost of renting the Liberty Stadium baseball field for the high school baseball home games.
💰 $2,500 annually → 10 Gremlin Bucks
Saints Alive! (ELEMENTARY) – Faith & Art
This project will turn our elementary school into a Catholic walking tour of the saints, with each classroom focusing on a saint’s life, symbols, and virtues. By bringing the saints’ stories to life, students are inspired to grow in faith, follow Christ, and learn lessons from holy examples like Saint Jude, the Patron of the Impossible, who encourages us to trust God and live boldly.
Art students may create stained-glass–style artwork representing each saint’s traditional symbols, blending Catholic teaching with creative expression. These pieces will be displayed alongside the saints exhibits, becoming a permanent part of the classrooms and helping students connect art, faith, and learning in a meaningful, lasting way.
💰 $5,000 → 20 Gremlin Bucks
Saints Alive! (JH and HS) – Faith & Art – Phase 2
Building on the elementary Saints Room project, Phase 2 brings faith and art to the upper school hallways, turning them into an immersive tour of the saints. Students will create displays that explore the lives, symbols, and virtues of the saints, challenging them to reflect on their own faith journey and apply the saints’ examples in their daily lives. Each display will also connect to the subjects being taught in the classrooms, for example, Saint Albert the Great for Science, Saint Isidore of Seville for Literature, Saint Genesius for Theatre, Saint Matthew for Math, and Saint Cecilia for Music, helping students see how faith and learning are intertwined.
💰 $5,000 → 20 Gremlin Bucks
The Sound of Silence (Panels) – Sound Buffering Panels in Commons
This project will reduce echo and improve sound quality in our high-ceilinged Commons by installing wall panels and ceiling “cloud” baffles. Clearer acoustics will enhance learning, assemblies, and community gatherings, creating a more comfortable and functional space for students, staff, and families.
💰$5,000 → 20 Gremlin Bucks
Almost Famous – Performing Arts
Theatre is more than performance. It teaches creativity, collaboration, and confidence. And have you heard our students sing? Let’s give them the resources and experience that harmonize with their talents! This package helps offset expenses associated with the annual spring musical. Costs include renting the Hayden Liberty Center, costumes, staging, and licensing rights.
💰 $5,000 → 20 Gremlin Bucks
Where would you like your gift directed?
Memorial and Honorarium to SH Foundation
Richard & Jan Bahner Tuition Assistance Fund
Mary Kehl Tuition Assistance Fund
John Herring Helping Hand Endowment
Give generously to Sacred Heart School! Your support ensures that Catholic education continues to thrive in Pettis County, forming students in faith, knowledge, and character. Every gift strengthens classrooms, programs, and initiatives that nurture both spiritual and academic growth, leaving a lasting impact on our community. Your contribution is 100% tax-deductible, and every donation helps secure a vibrant, faith-filled future for generations to come.
Support the Sacred Heart School Foundation
Since 1979, the Sacred Heart School Foundation has been the driving force behind the long-term strength and growth of Sacred Heart School. As a public charity, the Foundation invests donations to ensure the school has a sustainable financial base, supporting programs, scholarships, facilities, and initiatives that nurture students academically, spiritually, and personally.
Why it matters: Sacred Heart School is the only Catholic high school in our region, and its impact reaches far beyond the classroom. Through a faith-filled education rooted in academic excellence and Catholic values, students are formed to become leaders of character who live their faith and give back to the community. The Foundation ensures this tradition continues for generations to come.
Your gift makes a difference: The school’s revenue comes from tuition, parish support, and Foundation contributions. Over the last 15 years, the Foundation has provided more than $3.5 million in support, funding everything from innovative programs to scholarships and critical building projects. Campaigns like the Annual Fund Drive, Battle of the Brains, Planned Giving, and Giving Tuesday give donors a tangible way to impact students’ lives every day.
Join us in paying it forward: “I want our alumni to appreciate the education they received and pay it forward to the next generation,” says Foundation President Kyle Herrick. Your generous support helps Sacred Heart thrive, keeping Catholic education alive and accessible in Pettis County. Every donation is 100% tax-deductible and leaves a lasting legacy in our students’ lives.
Give today and help shape the next generation of faithful, confident, and capable leaders.
Kyle Herrick, President
Liz Van Leer, Development Director
