In addition we liaise closely with the Parents’ Auxiliary and the SMUS Alumni Association Boards and volunteers.

Our over-arching objectives are to ensure that the SMUS community remains connected to the school and to each other, and that the long-term financial viability of the school is supported through philanthropy. The cost of delivering our exceptional educational programs is not fully covered by tuition alone, as is the case with most top tier independent schools. We rely on our community to help us continuously improve our resources and facilities to better support our students. As a registered not-for-profit organization, we can provide charitable tax receipts for eligible gifts and donors in Canada, the US, and the UK.

You can find us at the Richmond Road Campus, in School House, next to Brown Hall. Whether you have a question, a story to share, or would simply like to learn more about our work, we encourage you to stop by; we're always happy to connect with members of the SMUS community.

Our Fundraising Priorities for 2026-27 – the Annual Fund

Empower the Next - In consultation with school leaders, coaches, faculty and the Board of Governors, we customize the Annual Fund priorities each year to support the school's current needs. This year we are raising money to alleviate financial barriers, to support creative pursuits, athletic excellence, academic programming and student life

We hope you will choose to make a gift in an area that is meaningful to you. 

Annual Fund

Journey for Life Capital Campaign

Designed to support the school’s strategic plan, Floreat, the Journey for Life capital campaign builds upon a foundation of more than a century of progress to ensure that future generations of students flourish in an environment that provides them with a world-class education.

Journey for Life Campaign

Endowment Giving and Bequest Giving

Vivat Foundation

SMUS is very fortunate to have permanently endowed funds expertly invested by our Vivat Foundation Board, providing a substantial annual income to the school. These funds primarily support Financial Aid for deserving students in need. Learn how you may support this future-focused method of giving back.

Vivat Foundation

Legacy Circle

By including the School in your estate plans, you can help shape the future of SMUS and leave a meaningful legacy for generations of students.

If you would like to explore planned giving opportunities, please reach out to Janine Cowie.

Legacy Circle

Floreat Strategic Plan

The Floreat Strategic Plan challenges us to many ambitious goals, not least of which is to offer the best education in Canada. It also highlights a focus on developing a broad culture of philanthropy through the support of our entire network of Board members, alumni, current parents, staff and faculty.

Learn more about Floreat

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