Lions Excellence Fund
Fuels ongoing academic and extracurricular excellence
At James Island Christian School, we’re committed to academic, spiritual, and personal excellence—but reaching the next level takes more than tuition. That’s where the Lions Excellence Fund comes in. Your tax-deductible gift helps provide enhanced classroom resources, technology, and student enrichment—elevating the JICS experience for every student.
Families Helping Families Fund
Provides tuition assistance for families in need
The Families Helping Families Fund at James Island Christian School (JICS) is a community-driven initiative designed to provide tuition assistance to families facing financial challenges. Through your generous contributions, you help ensure that all students have the opportunity to benefit from the nurturing, Christ-centered education at JICS, regardless of financial circumstances. Join us in supporting one another, strengthening our community, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and families.
Building Up Capital Campaign
Supports our major campus expansion project
Rooted in faith, the JICS Building Up Capital Campaign is dedicated to raising funds for a significant 14,000
Booster (Athletic) Club
Fueling Teams. Building Character. Honoring Christ.
The JICS Booster Club is dedicated to fostering excellence in our athletic programs, building school spirit, and creating meaningful experiences for every student. Through purposeful fundraising, we cultivate teamwork, promote student involvement, and strengthen the relationships among students, families, teachers, and community members.
WAYS TO GIVE
We make it easy to support JICS in a way that fits your preferences and financial strategy.
CASH OR CHECK
Simple and Impactful!
Checks may be sent to:
James Island Christian School Advancement Office
15 Crosscreek Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Make checks payable to James Island Christian School
Checks may be sent to:
James Island Christian School Advancement Office
15 Crosscreek Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Make checks payable to James Island Christian School
RECURRING GIFT
Set up monthly giving at any level for any fund of your choice. Cancel anytime.
Click here to set up your recurring gift.
Click here to set up your recurring gift.
ENDOWMENT GIVING
Giving through an endowment is a powerful way to create a lasting legacy at James Island Christian School. Endowed gifts are invested to generate ongoing income, providing long-term support for scholarships, academic programs, and campus initiatives. Your gift today helps sustain the mission of JICS for generations to come.
Set up JICS Endowment Giving
Set up JICS Endowment Giving
GIFTING STOCK OR IRA CONTRIBUTIONS
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility for a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
Step 2: Contact Your IRA Custodian
Reach out to the financial institution that holds your IRA (e.g., Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, etc.) and request a QCD via ACH transfer.
Sample Wording for Your Custodian: Please initiate a Qualified Charitable Distribution from my Traditional IRA in the amount of $___ to James Island Christian School via ACH transfer using the following banking details provided below. This donation is intended to qualify as a QCD under IRS rules.
You’ll need to provide the following:
Ask your IRA custodian to:
Final Step: Notify the Dir. of Advancement at James Island Christian School that you have made a contribution and provide your name, dollar amount and to which fund you would like to designate the gift (i.e. Operations, Building Fund, Student Aid, etc.).
Contact:
Ginger Clay
Director of Institutional Advancement
Phone: 843-795-1762, extension 8
Email: gclay@jics.org
James Island Christian School will apply your gift as intended and will thank, report, and celebrate with you regarding your impact on students! The school will also provide a gift receipt for the IRS.
- If you are age 70 1⁄2 or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your traditional IRA to James Island Christian School, a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
- Up to $100,000 per year per individual (or $200,000 for a couple with separate IRAs) can be donated.
- QCDs count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) if applicable.
- They are excluded from your taxable income, offering tax benefits even if you don’t itemize deductions.
Step 2: Contact Your IRA Custodian
Reach out to the financial institution that holds your IRA (e.g., Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, etc.) and request a QCD via ACH transfer.
Sample Wording for Your Custodian: Please initiate a Qualified Charitable Distribution from my Traditional IRA in the amount of $___ to James Island Christian School via ACH transfer using the following banking details provided below. This donation is intended to qualify as a QCD under IRS rules.
You’ll need to provide the following:
- Institution Name: James Island Christian School
- EIN (Employer Identification Number): 57-0980830
- Mailing address and phone number: James Island Christian School, 15 Crosscreek Drive, Charleston SC 29412 / Tel: 843-795-1768 x: 8
- Please contact Ginger Clay at gclay@jics.org or 843-795-1762 x: 8 for ACH or Wire information.
Ask your IRA custodian to:
- Designate the transfer as a Qualified Charitable Distribution
- Send funds directly to James Island Christian School via ACH, Wire or Check
- Include your name and contact info in the memo or accompanying documentation so the school can properly acknowledge your gift
Final Step: Notify the Dir. of Advancement at James Island Christian School that you have made a contribution and provide your name, dollar amount and to which fund you would like to designate the gift (i.e. Operations, Building Fund, Student Aid, etc.).
Contact:
Ginger Clay
Director of Institutional Advancement
Phone: 843-795-1762, extension 8
Email: gclay@jics.org
James Island Christian School will apply your gift as intended and will thank, report, and celebrate with you regarding your impact on students! The school will also provide a gift receipt for the IRS.
LEGACY GIVING
Establish your legacy with James Island Christian School by including a planned gift in your estate plan. Create a charitable bequest to James Island Christian School that will make a difference in the lives of our students for years to come.
Contact Ginger Clay in the the Office of Institutional Advancement at 843-795-1762 or by email at gclay@jics.org for more information.
Contact Ginger Clay in the the Office of Institutional Advancement at 843-795-1762 or by email at gclay@jics.org for more information.
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