FAQs

No. The Ardenne Alumni Foundation and the Ardenne Alumni Association are connected through their shared commitment to Ardenne High School, but they serve different purposes.

The Alumni Association focuses mainly on alumni engagement, networking and maintaining the bond among past students. The Foundation focuses on charitable fundraising, project implementation and structured support for the school and its students.

Both bodies work toward the same larger goal: helping Ardenne continue to seek the best.

The Foundation supports projects that may include:

• Scholarships and bursaries 
• Student welfare and nutrition support 
• Health and wellness initiatives 
• Infrastructure improvement 
• Environmental and energy-efficiency projects 
• Staff and student development programmes 
• Special fundraising campaigns such as the Optima 5K Run/Walk 

The specific projects supported may change over time based on the needs of the school and the priorities approved by the Foundation.

You may make a donation through the payment options provided on the Foundation’s website, including bank transfer, online payment, cheque or other approved methods. Donors are encouraged to include their name, contact details and the purpose of the donation, especially where the donation is intended for a specific project or campaign.

Yes. Donors may indicate that their contribution should be applied to a specific project, such as scholarships, student welfare, the Wellness Centre, the Optima 5K, infrastructure upgrades or another approved initiative.

Where a project is fully funded or no longer active, the Foundation may contact the donor to discuss applying the funds to a similar or related initiative.

Yes. The Foundation will issue receipts for donations once the contribution has been received and verified. Donors should ensure that they provide accurate contact information, including an email address, so that receipts and acknowledgements can be sent.

Yes. Alumni and friends of Ardenne living overseas are welcome to support the Foundation. The website provides donation options suitable for local and international donors, including wire transfer details, online card payment options or other approved platforms.

You may volunteer by completing the volunteer form on the Foundation’s website or by contacting the Foundation directly. Volunteers may assist with events, fundraising, mentorship, communications, project planning, logistics, professional services or student support initiatives.

The Optima 5K Run/Walk is one of the Foundation’s signature fundraising events. It brings together alumni, students, families, corporate sponsors and the wider community.  The main benefactor of this fundraiser is the Ardenne Alumni Wellness Center, set to be completed in 2027.

The Wellness Centre is an initiative intended to support the physical, emotional and mental well-being of students and the school community, both at Ardenne and the wider school network in Jamaica. It reflects the Foundation’s broader commitment to helping students thrive not only academically, but also personally and socially.

The Foundation manages all funds received responsibly and transparently. Donations are applied to approved projects and initiatives, with oversight by the Foundation’s leadership. Financial records are maintained, and the Foundation provides appropriate reporting to donors, stakeholders and regulatory bodies as required.

You may contact the Foundation through the official email address, telephone number or contact form listed on the website. 

email: info@ardennealumnifoundation.org
Telephone: 876-213-1263