Dear High, Dear Central High,
You can’t help but sing the school song as you read those special words.
We are grateful to all of you who have made a gift so that these moments can continue to hold a special place for Lancers.
Through your contributions and the $50,000 match from Dr. John T. Williams, Sr. (194), we have raised over $240,000 for current Lancers.
With so many worthy causes to support, we thank you for including Dear High in your giving this season. Your support helps fund the moments that connect and inspire our community. They allow for growth in areas including:
We cherish singing the scool song proudly in assemblies, reunions, alumni events, or while vacationing in places from the shore to Machu Picchu (early ties to the discovery of its existence were made possible through Hall of Fame alumnus Albert Giasecke, 107.)
If you haven’t had a chance to give yet, please consider making your tax-deductible donation today as we continue to sing the praises of the crimson and the gold.
Video of students singing a clip of the the school song for Senior Skit Day 2025
Celebrate Central. Cherish Central. Choose Central
Here’s how to make a gift to Central through The Associated Alumni of Central High School of Philadelphia, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization:
Online: Make a one-time gift, pledge, or recurring donation through our secure online gift form with your credit card or bank account.
By Mail: Please make your check payable to The Associated Alumni of Central High School of Philadelphia and send it to:
The Associated Alumni of Central High School of Philadelphia (AACHS)
P.O. Box 26580
Philadelphia, PA
19141-6580
By Phone: Please call the Alumni Office at (215) 845-3308.
Gift of Securities (Stocks, Bonds, and Mutual Funds): To maximize the tax-deductibility of your gift, please call us for instructions for the direct transfer of your securities to The Associated Alumni of Central High School of Philadelphia.
Matching Gifts: Some companies double or even triple employees’ gifts to Central. Your employer might be one of them! Many companies also match gifts made by retirees and/or spouses. To find out if your employer will match your gift, please check using this database or contact your human resources department.
Planned Giving: Include a gift to Central in your will or trust and make your mark on the future. To learn more, please review this page. For those who have already considered leaving AACHS in its planned giving, please inform us so we can thank you for your generosity and support.