Your philanthropy sets our school apart as a leader in elementary education.
Investing in our school is essential to its continued strength and growth. Along with tuition, the Curtis Fund is our school's most vital source of philanthropic support. It provides unrestricted resources that help sustain every facet of school operations and allow Curtis to respond to needs and opportunities as they arise.
Each year, we strive for 100% community participation in the Curtis Fund. Every gift matters, and together, our collective generosity enriches the educational experience of every Curtis student.
Curtis Fund Donor Recognition Levels
Visionary Circle
$100,000+
Founder Circle
$50,000 - $99,999
Benefactor Circle
$25,000 - $49,999
Partner Circle
$15,000 - $24,999
Head of School Circle
$10,000 - $14,999
Cougar Circle
$5,000 - $9,999
Leadership Circle
$3,000 - $4,999
Associates
$1,500 - $2,999
Friends
Under $1,500
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Donors at the Founder and Visionary Circle levels are invited to a dinner at the Head of School's residence in the fall.
Donors at the Head of School, Partner, Benefactor, Founder, and Visionary Circle levels will be invited to a dinner in the fall.
Donors who give at the Leadership and Cougar Circle levels are invited to a reception in the fall.
Gifts to the Curtis Fund are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Every contribution is appreciated and makes a difference.
The Impact of Your Gift
Learning Program
Supports innovative educational programs, professional development for teachers, and tools and technology that inspire curiosity and enrich the student experience.
Faculty & Staff
Enables the school to attract and retain a diverse group of gifted and committed educators who understand child development and foster a joyful learning environment.
Financial Access
Provides tuition assistance for families and cultivates a socioeconomically diverse community in which every child can flourish.
Our Campus
Sustains and enhances our beautiful 27-acre campus, a place where students learn, explore, play, connect, and discover every day.
You may make a one-time gift using a major credit card, cash, or personal check. To make a gift online, please use our secure (SSL) Giving Form. Checks may be mailed to the school in care of the Advancement Office or delivered in person. If you wish to make a Gift By Mail, please download the form and include it with your payment. Please do not send cash by mail.
Pledging a gift allows you the option to spread payments throughout the fiscal year, giving you the flexibility to maximize your contribution while giving at your own pace. For additional help, please contact the Advancement Office at (310) 889-3740.
Many companies are willing to match gifts that their employees make to nonprofit organizations like Curtis School. To find out whether your employer might match your gift, please use the Matching Gift Search Engine, or consult your company’s human resources department.
Gifts of securities may yield significant tax advantages. In certain cases, capital gains taxes may be avoided and the fair market value of stock may be tax-deductible. Please consult a qualified tax advisor regarding your particular situation.
Remembering Curtis in your estate plan is a meaningful way to ensure the school's ability to continue to fulfill its educational mission in the future. A wide variety of planned giving options are available that will allow you to generously support Curtis while maintaining your current lifestyle and improving your overall financial and tax situation. Please let the Advancement Office know if you're thinking of including Curtis in your estate plan.