The cost to educate each student is over $5,000 per year. But most pay far less. This is made possible through the generous support of our area parishes and many other benefactors. But our own families help keep OLH affordable by participating in many programs that keep tuition low.
Below please find BOTH fundraising opportunities in which our school participates. Funds raised through these programs to to cover the operating costs of the school not covered by tuition. These are no-impact programs that take advantage of “free money” from major companies. Programs like SCRIP, Amazon Smiles and BoxTops generate money for the school with cash back rewards for shopping.
Also, please find ways that you can access need-based scholarships for families who want a Catholic education but cannot afford the increasing cost of tuition
Many scholarships and grants are available for families who qualify. Financial Aid opportunities consist of FACTS, Children's Scholarship, Bridge Foundation, Kremer Foundation, Memorial Scholarship Program, Joseph Concila Scholarships in the name of the Sisters of Saint Joseph. Contact the school to apply
“I got one month of free tuition from SCRIP!”
It’s true! This is the easiest way to lower your tuition costs. And it is so simple! Really! Buy gift cards for just about anything: Local supermarkets, gas stations, clothing stores and much more! You get the FULL VALUE of the gift card you buy.
BUT… a percent of that gift card is donated back to the school and to YOUR TUTION.
Christmas gifts. Birthdays. Anniversaries. How many of these occasions do you have each year? How many gift cards do you already buy? Why not buy them at school and SAVE on tuition. Email [email protected] to get your SCRIP form.
Or Check out the order form by clicking here: OurLadyOfHopePhilly_FamilyOrderForm
The Epiphany of Our Lord parish lottery supports Our Lady of Hope! 70% of the proceeds go to the school. Chances are just $1. And you can use your lottery ticket sales to offset your tuition. Many families save money on their tuition by selling lottery tickets each week.
You have to play to win!
Lottery tickets are sent home with students each week. Don’t miss out on your chance to win big!
Clip Box Tops from your favorite groceries and send them into school. Our Lady of Hope receives a generous donation through this program.
Sign up to purchase anything and everything from Amazon through their Amazon Smiles website. This website has exactly the same products as Amazon, but a percent is donated to Our Lady of Hope. Be sure to register our school.
Go to Amazon Smiles to learn more and get started.
Many generous benefactors have contributed thousands of dollars over the years for scholarships that directly benefit Our Lady of Hope students. Thank you for your generosity. With your help, we can offer families financial assistance in addition to other scholarships. We can also offer families emergency tuition assistance on a case-by-case basis.
Scholarships are $350 and $500 for a “full” or “partial” scholarship. Loved ones and family members for whom memorial scholarships are donated are remembered in prayer each day at school. Those for whom we are praying are also listed on this site.
If you wish to remember a family member or loved one with a scholarship, you can make a donation of $350 or $500 by clicking the image below. You will be taken to PayPal, a safe and secure way to donate. Be sure to include your loved one’s name when you make the donation.
Throughout the year, we organize various fundraising events including in-school sales, Bag Nite and a host of social events that raise money for Our Lady of Hope. When you participate in these fundraisers, you help keep the cost of tuition low. Be sure to look in the school communication and on the school calendar for upcoming events.