Major Fundraisers for TIS

• Panther Palooza
• Silent and Public Auction
• National Day of Giving
• The Panther Open Golf Tournament
• Personal Asks

The Endowment Fund is The Independent Schools long term support fund. 

The endowment fund gifts are a permanent investment that produces earnings that are used for supplemental funding of targeted programs and services.

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Scholarships may be provided to students on merit or financial need.

• Merit Scholarships
• Low Income Tax Credit Scholarship
  • This gift can be credited 75% towards your Kansas tax bill.

Special projects are campus and vision aligned capital projects at TIS.

Special projects could be academic or athletic in nature. These projects are usually completed within 12 months after being approved by the Head of School. After receiving approval from the Head of School projects will then need to be approved by the Board of Trustees.

• Middle School Science/STEM room renovation: $360,000
• Lower School STEM Lab: $30,000 ✅
• MRC Renovation: $300,000 ✅
• Training and Recovery Room: $60,000 ✅
• Engineering Room Renovation: $50,000
• Fine Arts Wing: $3.8 Million 
• New Tennis Courts: $200,000
• Business Room Renovation: $50,000
• Welcome Center: $20,000 ✅
• Football Field Concession Stand & Restrooms: $285,000
• Media Room: $30,000 ✅

✅ = project has been completed

Pantherpalooza is an eagerly anticipated annual fundraising event held at The Independent School. This lively gathering features both live and silent auctions, offering attendees the opportunity to bid on a wide array of exciting items and experiences. The proceeds from Pantherpalooza directly support various initiatives and programs at The Independent School, making it a crucial event for the school's continued growth and success.

2025 Pantherpalooza sponsorship opportunities coming soon!

The Panther Open is The Independent School's yearly golf tournament that brings together supporters, alumni, and community members for a day of friendly competition. Held on a local golf course, this event combines the love of golf with fundraising efforts to benefit the school's programs and initiatives. Participants enjoy not only a round of golf but also the opportunity to network while contributing to a worthy cause.

2024 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Tournament Sponsor: $4,000

• Logo/name on tournament materials and tournament hat/visor
• One team entry
• Acknowledgement during halftime of Homecoming game
• Included on insert in Homecoming game program
• Featured on school marquee sign from mid-September through Homecoming week

Cart Sponsor: $2,000

• Logo/name on signage on golf carts during tournament
• Logo/name on tournament promo materials
• Acknowledgement during halftime of Homecoming game
• Included on insert in Homecoming game program
• Featured on school marquee sign from Oct. 1st through Homecoming week

Beverage and Snack Sponsor: $2,000

• Signage on beverage cart and cooler stations
• Logo/name on tournament promo materials
• Acknowledgement during halftime of Homecoming game
• Included on insert in Homecoming game program
• Featured on school marquee sign from Oct. 1st through Homecoming week

Breakfast and Lunch Sponsor: $2,000

• Signage in breakfast and lunch area during tournament
• Logo/name on tournament promo materials
• Acknowledgement during halftime of Homecoming game
• Included on insert in Homecoming game program
• Featured on school marquee sign from Oct. 1st through Homecoming week

Special Contests Sponsor: $400

• Logo/name on signage at longest drive and longest putt contests during tournament
• Included on insert in Homecoming game program

Hole Sponsor: $250

• Logo/name on signage at designated tee box during tournament
• Included on insert in Homecoming game program

Contact: Adrienne Kantukule, Communications and Marketing Director