Give to the Vision
Reaching our $30 million campaign goal will take bold leadership, generous partnership, and the collective commitment of the Trinity community.
BUILDING FAITH.
SHAPING FUTURES.Together we will build lasting impact for generations to come
This $30 million campaign will bring Trinity Christian School’s vision for a unified JK–12 campus to life. Through the construction of a new high school, the expansion of the middle school, and the development of modern learning, athletic, arts, and community spaces, Trinity will create an environment designed to serve students today and for generations to come.
The enhanced campus will:
Equip students to lead, serve, and influence the world from a confident Christian perspective.
Provide modern, purpose-built facilities that support academic excellence, innovation, creativity, athletics, and spiritual growth.
Unite students, families, churches, and community partners around a shared commitment to Christ-centred education.
Strengthen Trinity’s ability to attract new families, expand programming, and serve as a vibrant community hub.
This campaign is an investment in far more than a building. It is an investment in students, in Christian education, and in the future of our community.
Together, we are Building Faith and Shaping Futures—creating a lasting legacy that will impact Barrie and beyond for generations.
For more than 60 years, Christian education in Barrie has been a story of vision, courage, and unwavering faith. Today, that legacy continues as Timothy Christian School and Unity Christian High School come together as TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL – one JK-12 community, united under one roof.
This next chapter calls us to expand our facilities, strengthen our programs, and grow our capacity to nurture faith and learning for generations to come.
Building more than a campus—building a legacy of faith, learning, and leadership.
A Path to $30M
A proposed giving framework showing how Trinity Christian School can reach the campaign goal.
A clear plan to fund the future of Trinity Christian School’s future campus.
CAMPAIGN GIFT PLANNING GUIDE: Explore 3-Year and 5-Year Pledge Options with tax information for different gift levels.
PLEDGEHelp Build The Next Chapter
Your commitment will help strengthen Christian education, expand learning opportunities, and create space for future generations of Trinity students to learn, grow, and follow Christ. If the campaign goal is exceeded, the TCS Board will have discretion over the use of the excess funds raised for future growth.
Sion & Cheryl Jones — Former TCS Family & Alumni
“Bringing the two schools together into one JK–12 campus is not just about a new building. It is a transformational step for Christian education in Simcoe County.”
WAYS TO GIVEWays of Giving to Trinity Building Campaign
There are unique ways of planning your gift to Timothy Christian School in support of the Trinity Christian School Capital Campaign, some of which offer increased tax benefits. More than one type of gift combination may also work well for you. We suggest all donors seek professional advice as to their own personal financial situation.
Cash Gifts
Cash donations to the Campaign are acceptable as one-time gifts or in the form of a pledge. Pledges are payable over a 3-year period, and if necessary can be extended to 5 years. However, an alternative pledge period can be tailored to your personal needs in consultation with the Campaign Consultants. Moreover, if your situation is such that an extended pledge period beyond 3 to 5 years is necessary, we would be pleased to work with you to identify the most appropriate arrangements. Typically, the first pledge payment is made in the year in which the pledge is committed and preferably at the time of completing the pledge card.
United Way and Community Foundations
If you give through the United Way or a local community foundation, you can designate your gift to the Trinity Christian School Campaign. Simply indicate “Timothy Christian School” as the charity of choice on your donation form. The United Way or foundation will direct your contribution to TCS, and you will receive your tax receipt directly from them. Designated gifts are a meaningful way to support Trinity Christian School while continuing to give through a workplace or community-based program that’s familiar to you.
In-Kind Gifts
In-Kind donations are at times the best way for a company to make a significant contribution to a capital campaign. In-Kind donations may be in the form of product or services. Each of these gifts is treated differently through Canada Revenue Agency. Charitable tax receipts may be issued for donations of product, whereas, a gift of services is not eligible. If a charitable tax receipt is requested for gift of services, the donor must invoice the organization for the value of the service; the organization must then pay for those services, which the donor then donates back to the organization. If this process is followed, then a tax receipt may be issued.
Gifts of Securities
Often a more tax effective way to make a major donation without the encroachment of liquid assets is via a gift of securities (i.e., stocks, bonds, mutual fund units and other securities), particularly those which have significantly increased in value since their acquisition. When making donations of appreciated property, it is best to transfer it directly to a charity rather than selling it first and then donating the cash proceeds. When donating the actual security directly to the charity, you may be eligible if there is no advantage to the gift, for a full inclusion rate of zero on any capital gains. Should there be an advantage, only a portion of the capital gains may be eligible for the inclusion rate of zero. The following is the calculation used by Revenue Canada:
A x (B ÷ C)
A = the capital gain
B = the eligible amount of the gift
C = the proceeds of disposition
This type of gift can be easily transferred and processed by Timothy Christian School. We ask that you contact the Financial Officer first for our policies and procedures. A separate document outlining in greater detail, the benefits and process for donating Gifts of Securities is also available for additional information.
Gifts of Insurance
Making a planned gift through a life insurance policy is a wonderful way to maximize your charitable giving and provide a legacy to Trinity Christian School. There are several ways that a gift of life insurance can be made possible, which may result in potentially a higher level of giving. This can be a perfect way for a donor to support a charity for minimal dollars but with a significant impact. With life insurance, a donor can give the gift of a charitable legacy - ensuring their support continues even after their death. Not only will Trinity Christian School benefit, but the donor will also receive sizable tax savings either during their lifetime or thereafter, depending on how the arrangement is structured.
SECURITIESGiving a Gift of Securities
A gift of publicly traded securities is one way you can make a meaningful impact for Trinity Christian School (TCS). This type of gift can include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other securities listed on a recognized Canadian exchange.
How It Works
Donors transfer their securities directly to Christian School Foundation (CSF) on behalf of Trinity Christian School. Please contact the school or CSF for documentation and account information (for any physical share certificates, please contact CSF for further instruction).
The donation is recorded at the time the security is received by CSF. The valuation for the charitable tax receipt is based on the fair market value of the security on the date it is received into the Foundation’s account (closing trading price).
Trinity Christian School issues a charitable tax receipt for this amount.
Why Some Donors Choose Securities
Since 2006, gifts of publicly listed securities made directly to a registered Canadian charity have been exempt from capital gains tax.
Donors receive a charitable tax receipt for the full market value of the security, while the school benefits from the full value of the gift. With no tax owing on the gain of securities, the donation receipt can be applied against other taxable income further reducing income taxes payable.
Comparing the Impact
The chart below shows how a direct gift of securities can be more tax-effective than selling the shares and donating the proceeds.
(For illustration only. Based on Canadian tax rules. Each donor’s situation is unique — please consult a qualified advisor.)
QUICK TIP:
Don’t sell the shares! By donating securities directly, donors may reduce the after-tax cost of giving while ensuring the full value of their gift supports the Trinity Christian School Campaign.
Important to Know
To benefit from this treatment, securities must be transferred “in kind” directly to CSF on behalf of Trinity Christian School. If securities are sold first and the proceeds donated, capital gains tax may apply.
Every donor’s financial situation is unique. We encourage donors to seek advice from their own financial or legal advisor before making a gift of securities.
Recognition & Acknowledgement
All donors receive an official charitable tax receipt from the school’s Foundation.
Gifts may be recognized in the Trinity Christian School donor listings and reports, unless the donor requests anonymity.
Trinity Christian School will confirm your gift with a personal thank-you letter.
Next Steps
Complete Christian School Foundation’s Gift of Securities Transfer Form (available from Campaign Office) and send it to CSF by email.
Instruct your broker/delivering custodian to complete the transfer. Sending a copy of this form to your broker may provide sufficient authorization. You may also wish to follow up with your broker to help ensure your instructions are carried out as specified.
Contact Trinity Christian School with a copy of the form and your pledge card to let us know a transfer is on its way. A charitable tax receipt cannot be issued with your directive.
Upon receipt of the transferred securities to the school’s brokerage account at the Foundation, a charitable tax receipt will be issued based on the closing market value of the shares on the date they are received into the Foundation’s brokerage account.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is general in nature and reflects current provisions under Canadian tax law. It is not intended to constitute legal, tax, financial, or estate-planning advice. Individual circumstances vary, and tax laws may change. Donors should consult qualified legal, financial, tax, and estate-planning professionals before making any gift or financial decision.
GIFT PLANNINGSee What Your Gift Could Look Like
This guide is designed to help you explore different levels of support for the Trinity Christian School Building Campaign. It shows how a total campaign commitment can be divided into manageable annual or monthly pledge payments over three or five years. It also includes an illustrative estimate of the potential charitable tax credit and estimated after-tax cost of each gift.
Select a total gift amount and compare the annual or monthly commitment under the three-year and five-year options. Our campaign team would be pleased to help you develop a giving schedule that works for you and your family. Learn more about Gift Planning below: