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Capital Campaign

Completing the Dream, Shaping the Future

Realizing the Dream

More than 20 years ago, families in the Lowcountry dreamed of a Catholic high school built on faith and excellence. That dream became reality in 2013 with the opening of John Paul II Catholic School. Today, with more than 415 students and enrollment projected to reach 500, the time has come to complete the vision.

The Where Faith and Innovation Meet Campaign will bring to life a new Innovation Center—a forward-thinking learning environment that prepares students for tomorrow while remaining true to our Catholic mission.

The Innovation Center will feature:

  • Two state-of-the-art science labs

  • A dynamic makerspace for engineering, design, and hands-on learning

  • Twelve flexible, modern classrooms

  • Environmentally sustainable design powered by geothermal energy

This is more than a building. It is an investment in students who will become the innovators, leaders, and disciples our world needs.

Be Not Afraid: Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders

At John Paul II Catholic School, we believe the future belongs to students who are both grounded in faith and equipped to lead in a rapidly changing world. The Where Faith and Innovation Meet Campaign ensures we remain true to our Catholic traditions while building a cutting-edge educational environment that prepares students for tomorrow’s challenges.

The centerpiece of this vision is the new 45,000 square-foot Innovation Center. This state-of-the-art facility will serve as our primary high school building while the current structure transitions to house middle school students. Designed to accommodate 340 students, the Innovation Center will be among the most forward-thinking educational spaces in South Carolina—empowering students to graduate as scholars with a soul: problem-solvers, innovators, and ethical leaders.

As our patron saint, Pope John Paul II, reminded us: “Nolite Timere” — Be Not Afraid. With courage and faith, we invite you to join us on this journey. An investment in John Paul II Catholic School is more than a gift to our campus—it is a gift to the future of the Lowcountry, the state, and our country.

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps shape the life of a child. That child may one day discover the cure for cancer, pioneer technology that transforms lives, or lead efforts to bring peace and justice to our world. Together, we can provide the foundation for them to dream, achieve, and serve.

Prayerfully consider how you can be part of this bold vision—and be not afraid to invest in creating the best school in the Lowcountry.

At John Paul II Catholic School, your philanthropy provides outcomes beyond what would be possible through tuition dollars alone. Your financial gifts play a valuable role in awarding opportunities and opening doors for our Golden Warriors. The support from our community helps our current students access an elite education: innovative academic experiences, appreciation of the arts, spiritual formation, and athletic successes. This is why everyone is invited to contribute their ideas, gifts, and enthusiasms at JPII that go toward creating a more inclusive community and advancing our institutional mission. If you have any questions concerning the Where Faith and Innovation Meet campaign or your donation,  please contact Brian Quinty, JPII director of development, or call 843-645-3838. 

GIVE A GIFT THAT WILL CHANGE THE WORLD

LEADERSHIP NAMING AND RECOGNITION OPPORTUNITIES

Leave a Lasting Legacy

The Where Faith and Innovation Meet Campaign invites families, friends, and community groups to make a permanent impact on John Paul II Catholic School. From dedicating the Innovation Center to naming science labs, classrooms, or collaborative spaces, every gift creates a legacy of faith and innovation that will inspire students for generations to come.

Innovation Center                               1                          $ 5,000,000
Commons                                                  1                              1,000,000
Science &  Art Wing                            1                              1,000,000
The Grand Stair                                     1                                  500,000
Student Work Gallery                       1                                  500,000
Science Classroom                              3                                  500,000
Makerspace                                             1                                  500,000
Art Studio                                                  1                                  500,000
2nd Floor Classrooms                        8                                  250,000
Collaboration Studios                        5                                 100,000
Conference Room                                1                                  100,000
Offices                                                         3                                  100,000
Teacher Workroom                             1                                 100,000