Your donation keeps our sliding scale strong — making sure that ability to pay never determines a child’s access to excellent, joyful learning.

Together, we’re proving what’s possible when equity and belonging are at the heart of education. 💖

And as a thank-you for your support, we’re sharing a little BKI pride! Each giving level comes with exclusive Proud Supporter of Brooklyn Independent Middle School swag. Choose your giving level below to see what’s included. Swag will be shipped in February 2027.

Thank you for helping us give young people the gift that truly keeps on giving — the gift of an excellent, inclusive education.

Brooklyn Independent (BKI) is a nonprofit middle school in Fort Greene, Brooklyn — and Brooklyn’s only private school dedicated exclusively to grades 6–8. For eight years, we’ve been redefining what middle school can be: joyful, rigorous, and deeply human.

In a city where public and private schools remain sharply divided by income and opportunity, BKI’s sliding-scale tuition model ensures that every student — regardless of financial circumstance — can access an exceptional education and a community that celebrates who they are. At BKI, there is no socio-economic majority — our student body truly reflects the diversity of Brooklyn.

Your gift directly supports:

💡 Academic Growth & Support
Small classes and individualized attention allow BKI to meet students where they are, with rich learning opportunities that challenge and engage every learner. Dedicated learning specialists provide additional support for neurodivergent students and those who learn differently, helping them build skills, confidence, and independence.

🎨 Enrichment & Electives
More than 40 electives that spark joy and curiosity — from Rock Band, Musical Theater, Coding, Cooking, Creative Writing, Gardening, Capoeira, Student Senate, Japanese, and so much more.

⚽ Sports & Movement
A growing athletics program that now includes competitive basketball, soccer, track, volleyball, cheer, and table tennis, helping students build teamwork, resilience, and confidence.

🗽 Friday Field Learning
Hands-on learning adventures across NYC — exploring the Museum of Math, the Brooklyn Museum, the Museum of Natural History, and beyond.

If you prefer to make a gift by check, please mail to:
Brooklyn Independent
38 Lafayette Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217

If you would like to make a donation of stock, please contact:
Naomi Hightower at Development@BKIndependent.org

BKI: 8 Years & Growing

Joyful. Rigorous. Inclusive. And possible because of you. Every BKI family pays what they can afford, creating a community with no socio-economic majority. Your gift keeps our sliding scale strong so students can learn, grow, and belong together.