Annual Fund
Every year, a majority of parents support the Gateway Annual Fund with important unrestricted gifts. Tuition alone does not fully cover the expense of a Gateway education—particularly in light of Gateway’s small classes, high teacher-to-student ratios, and strong commitment to financial aid. As with all independent schools across the country, tuition is kept below actual costs so that the broadest range of families can attend the school. The difference is made up in charitable giving from the wide range of families who attend the school.
Each year volunteers lead the Annual Fund drive to make up the difference between tuition and the actual costs of a Gateway education. Solicitations begin in September. Every gift, no matter what the size, is significant. If you make only one gift this year to the school, please send it to the Annual Fund. Your gift during pledge week eliminates continued solicitations throughout the year.
How to Give
Online
You can make your gift online with a credit card at Gateway's secure online donation page.
Make a GiftPhone, E-Mail, Mail
Make a gift by phone, by e-mail or by sending in a giving envelope with the pledge noted. All pledges are to be fulfilled by the end of the fiscal year (Aug. 31st). Please make your checks payable to Gateway School.
Drop-off
You may drop off your gift at either school building, or mail to: Development Office, Gateway School, 126 Eucalyptus Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
Matching Gifts
Ask if your employer will match your donation. Many companies have this option.
More Information
We accept cash, Mastercard or Visa, Appreciated Stock and some gifts-in-kind. Gateway's Tax Exempt ID #94-2441484, and our fiscal year ends August 31st.
For more information about the Annual Fund, please contact Meg Corman-Hall, Director of Development and Communications, 831-423-0341, ext. 312 or
