For 42 years, NewGate School has been more than just a school—it’s been a home for curiosity, growth, and lifelong discovery. From toddlers starting their first journey on our Sarasota campuses to graduates ready to change the world, every NewGate student has felt the power of our vibrant global community and the daily inspiration of exceptional educators.

This year, as we look back with pride and look forward with bold vision, we ask you to rekindle a tradition that is crucial to NewGate’s heart: the Annual Fund. Our goal—$84,000—both honors our first 42 years and launches “NewGate NEXT,” a campaign for the opportunities awaiting every future student.

Your donation directly shapes the life of every child who walks through our doors—on campus or online. Annual Fund gifts support our exceptional faculty, bring special guest speakers and learning journeys to students, offer financial aid, and upgrade our campus spaces. Your generosity makes possible life-changing experiences: a toddler’s first pouring lesson at the Practical Life shelf, an elementary child tracing sandpaper letters to unlock the world of reading, and a secondary student presenting an entrepreneurship pitch to a real-world audience.

Participation is as important as the amount raised. We need every family, trustee, and employee to join us: 100% participation says we are united and committed, together, for every child. Whether your gift is large or small, one-time or recurring, your action inspires others and gives strength to our mission.

Whether you choose to make your gift today or prefer to pledge now and fulfill it at a time that works best for you, participating is easy and flexible. Many families choose to plan their giving around the end of the tax year, and every contribution is fully tax-deductible. Making your pledge is straightforward—click here to pledge today.

Let’s do something extraordinary, together. With heartfelt gratitude for our first 42 years, and excitement for NewGate NEXT, thank you for believing in our mission and making a lasting impact on every student, every day.

On behalf of the entire NewGate community, thank you for your generosity and your spirit.

With appreciation,
Sandra D. Wirth, Ed.D.
Head of School

NewGate Annual Fund: Honoring the First 42, Shaping the Next