Capital Campaign

It’s time to move forward on long‑needed improvements to our campus. This is our opportunity to lead boldly and expand our vision for the future. A project of this scale requires community momentum. Early commitments ensure we can begin visible improvements next summer and deliver upgrades that will benefit thousands of current and future students.

The last campaign was seven years ago and resulted in the MACS Fine Arts Center at CCHS. Prior to that, in 1994 CCHS launched the “Building Faith through Education” campaign to help pay for the construction of a new high school on Highway 51 when CCHS relocated from Park Road to the current campus. This current initiative is only the 3^rd capital campaign in the past 32 years.

Our goal is to begin work as early as summer 2026 so that donors and students can see immediate, meaningful progress. Early commitments are essential to keeping the timeline on track and allowing us to coordinate contractors, permitting, and sequencing efficiently.  If we reach additional fundraising milestones, we could potentially move forward with an additional phase (or even more!)

There are many causes in need of financial support, but that does not diminish the impact this project will have on our students and the Catholic community. Our talented faculty and staff have been working hard in facilities that lack 21st-century learning and performing spaces. It’s time to upgrade and expand our facilities!

No. School tuition rates are unrelated to the capital campaign.

A $10.5 million investment in our facilities will benefit our entire system, provide additional recruitment opportunities, and accommodate enrollment growth. These improvements will make us more competitive and enhance our student experience.

Yes. Over several years, numerous configurations, phasing models, and cost scenarios were evaluated. This plan represents the best balance of educational impact, long-term sustainability, cost efficiency, and student experience.

A campaign of this magnitude is going to take many significant donations. Emphasizing pledges over 3-5 years may allow individuals and families to consider much larger commitments than they could with a one-time gift.

Donors are asked to complete pledge forms so that the pledges may be appropriately recorded and acknowledged by CCHS. Donors can also then be reminded of future payments based on the schedule they request.

We welcome your passion for a specific element of the project, and we are happy to note which area resonates with you. Because this is a comprehensive campaign, all gifts support the entire project. Completing one phase depends on the successful funding of the whole plan. Supporting the comprehensive campaign ensures an efficient construction timeline, keeps costs down, and delivers all improvements as intended.

Funding one phase at a time may seem simpler, but it would increase overall costs, extend timelines, and reduce flexibility. Several project components must be completed in a specific sequence, and bundling site preparation, utilities, and equipment reduces expense. A comprehensive approach is the most responsible, cost-effective model.

Because the campaign delivers one unified vision, each gift—no matter what inspires it—moves the entire project forward. Counting all gifts toward this goal ensures transparency, financial predictability, and responsible stewardship.

Charlotte Catholic—and all of our schools—exist today because of the generosity of those who came before us. Many families benefited from an outstanding Catholic education thanks to prior donors. Through the combined efforts of our entire Catholic community, we can achieve our goals. This is an opportunity to pay it forward and support Catholic education for future generations.

No, a pledge is a gift from you to support our mission. It is not legally binding.

We understand that circumstances can change. We ask that you do your best and advise us of any financial changes that may affect your pledge. If you need to adjust your gift or payment schedule, we will accommodate your needs.

We appreciate your ongoing support. Capital fees have helped finance construction and renovation for 30 years. This campaign represents an opportunity to make an extraordinary gift that goes above your regular support.

Campaign pledges and annual gifts are separate. Campaign pledges support the extraordinary goals of the campaign, while annual gifts help meet the ongoing needs of our schools. 

Parents, alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, and active and supportive friends and past parents will all be invited to invest in this important initiative for Charlotte Catholic.

We understand—it can feel like we’re asking frequently. What we are talking about here is different from annual giving. Capital gifts are a unique opportunity to make a transformational investment in the future of our school—upgrading facilities, expanding programs, and creating a legacy for generations of students. These gifts are extraordinary, inspiring, and go beyond day-to-day support, helping to make bold, long-term improvements possible.

School leadership confidentially reviews prospective donors to help establish suggested pledge amounts. We do not know your personal financial situation. Our intent is to invite each family to consider a significant and meaningful gift above their normal support.

In a campaign of this magnitude, it is important to personally contact each family. Meeting in person provides the opportunity to ask questions, learn about the campaign, and ensures proper accounting of pledges.

Pledges are confidential, except for those who choose to be recognized as builders of excellence or through commemorative opportunities. Only those responsible for maintaining the pledge database will have access to the information.

Yes. CCHS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so all gifts are fully deductible. For specific tax questions, please consult your attorney or tax advisor.

The Diocese sold that land several years ago. The proceeds were used to support a variety of diocesan priorities, including strengthening programs and investing for the future through endowment funds. While CCHS did not receive funds directly from that sale, those investments have helped the Diocese continue its broader mission and support schools like ours in sustainable ways.

We completely understand how important strong leadership is when making a significant investment. One of the strengths of this project is that it does not rest on any single individual. This campaign is guided by a collaborative leadership structure that includes CCHS administration, diocesan/CSO oversight, our campaign cabinet, and a broad group of community volunteers. Because the project is bigger than any one person, we’ve intentionally built a framework that ensures continuity, accountability, and long-term stability—regardless of changes in personnel. The focus is on the mission, the students we serve, and a shared commitment across multiple levels of leadership. Your gift is not tied to one leader, it’s supported by a unified team, a clear plan, and a community that believes deeply in the future of CCHS.

The Grounded in Tradition, Focused on the Future Capital Campaign is set to conclude on June 30, 2026.  It is crucial to contribute by making a donation or pledge before this date to support the campaign's success and meet our financial goals.