Development

Summit Montessori School’s objective is to provide the most substantial and enriching learning experience for each of our students.  Tuition at an independent school covers only a portion of the actual cost of a student’s education.  The difference must be made up through contributions to the Annual Fund and participation in fundraising events.  Funds generated directly support educational programs, resources, and help maintain our high standard of excellence.

Our philosophy mandates fundraising efforts be respectful of family time, learning priorities and child safety.  Therefore, children do not engage in door-to-door product sales (such as candy or wrapping paper).

At this time we cannot accept online donations, but if you would like to give to Summit you can download our donation form here, print it and mail it to us with your gift.

Matching Gifts and Planned Giving

Matching gifts are a wonderful way to make your gift to Summit Montessori go even farther.  These funds are available through many employers, and details of your company’s matching gifts program can be obtained from your organization’s human resources department.  Once completed, your matching gift form would accompany your gift to Summit and then the funds are received by the school at a later date.

You can ask whether your company has a matching gift program.  If your organization does not currently match employee donations, ask it to do so.  Matching can extend the philanthropic goals of both employer and employee.

Planned giving opportunities are available to individuals who wish to provide financial support to Summit during their lifetime and beyond.  Our Development Director will be happy to work with you and your financial advisor to offer suggestions on ways for you to support Summit in a manner that is consistent with your own philanthropic, financial and estate planning goals.