Notre Dame Prep was founded and built by a committed and engaged group of Scottsdale citizens who believed bringing an exceptional Catholic preparatory high school to North Scottsdale would benefit students and the community.
While tuition remains our primary source of daily operational income, Notre Dame Prep depends on the generosity of parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends to drive current school priorities forward and bridge the gap between the actual cost to educate each student and tuition.
Fundraising helps us keep tuition costs down so that all students who desire a Catholic education at NDP may obtain it.
The NDP Fund is our top annual fundraising priority. It provides unrestricted, current-use dollars that directly impact all students on this campus every single day. The NDP Fund defines the breadth and the depth of our educational and co-curricular programs while giving NDP the flexibility to address immediate school needs through your philanthropic support.
Give the gift of education at no cost to you. Twenty-Five percent of Notre Dame Preparatory students qualify for financial assistance - your tax dollars can help. It's a win-win!
If you pay Arizona taxes, we ask you to please redirect your state tax dollars to Catholic Education Arizona and designate Notre Dame Prep as your school of choice. You will receive 100 percent of your contribution back when you file your tax return. Tax credit contributions are also eligible for a federal charitable tax deduction.
Each year the advancement office hosts our signature events in support of the NDP Fund. They are Culinary Festival, Golf Tournament, Giving Day and the Auction Fashion Show. The NDP Fund raises money for immediate school priorities and has a direct impact on the overall student experience.
We hope you are will mark you calendar and join us for these exciting community events:
Culinary Festival | November 11, 2023
Celebrated chefs from around the Valley gather under the stars on the NDP campus and delight guests with their culinary skills on this evening of music, food and fun. Booths from these local restaurant favorites are staffed by expert chefs happy to share their culinary tastings with guests. Held in the fall, the ease and flow of this event creates a casual atmosphere conducive to making new friends and catching up with old ones.
Golf Tournament | December 4, 2023
The NDP Golf Tournament is a school tradition. Held at Troon North Golf Club, the annual tournament is designed for golfers of all abilities. It is an 18-hole shot gun start with four person scramble format. The emphasis is on camaraderie and enjoyment for the benefit of the NDP Fund. The event concludes with heavy hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and awards.
Mardi Gras Giving Day | February 13, 2024 (Tuesday before Ash Wednesday)
The Annual Mardi Gras Giving Day is a true celebration of our students (past and present) and all the wonderful programs that make Notre Dame Prep special. The day is filled with an 8-hour, student-produced livestream featuring stories about students, alumni, the arts, athletics and much more! We ask everyone in our community to #giveitup4NDP!
Auction & Fashion Show | May 11, 2024
Our gala auction fashion show includes silent and live auctions with amazing items. The featured entertainment for the event is provided by graduating seniors in a fashion show complete with three runways, music and videos. The evening is festive, fun and the proceeds support the NDP Fund.
For information about volunteering or sponsorship opportunities for these events, contact Heather Weurding, Assistant Director of Advancement for Special Events & Outreach at 480-634-8284.
ADVANCEMENT TEAM
Sydney Glenn
Director of Advancement and Communications
480-634-8224
Joel Boucher
Associate Director of Advancement
480-634-8226
Heather Weurding
Assistant Director of Advancement for Special Events and Outreach
480-634-8284
Mary Lou Lachvayder
Assistant Director of Enrollment, Seniors and Alumni
480-634-8336
Patty Rivera
Assistant Director of On Campus Events
480-634-8286
Gianna Hawk
Administrative Assistant to the President and Advancement
480-634-8210
