WHY GIVE?

Because Respect, Curiosity, and Perseverance Shape Tomorrow.

Tuition covers only a portion of the true cost of a DRMS education. The Growing Together Annual Fund bridges the gap—supporting teacher development, ensuring AMI accreditation, enriching classroom environments, and maintaining our beautiful learning spaces.

Every contribution, at every level, has a direct impact on our children. Like a forest, our community grows stronger when every seed takes root.

Our goal for the 2025-26 Growing Together Annual Fund is $35,000 and 100% Parent Participation.

GIVING LEVELS

$5000 and above: Evergreen Circle

$2500 - $4999: Blossoms

$1000 - $2499: Sprouts

$500 - $999: Seedlings

$250 - $499: Rainmakers

$100 - $249: Gardeners

up to $99: Friends of DRMS

MONTHLY GIVING

Want to maximize your Growing Together Annual Fund gift? Monthly donations allow you to spread out your contribution, making it easier to have a greater impact.

MATCHING GIFTS

Many companies will match employee contributions. You may be able to increase the size of your gift by submitting the appropriate matching gift form (available from your employer) along with your contribution. Don’t hesitate to ask your Human Resources Department to learn if your gift qualifies for a corporate match!

GIFTS MADE IN MEMORY OR HONOR

Gifts can be made in memory of a loved one or in honor of a special person. A special note will be sent to the individual(s) or to family members whom you are honoring or memorializing to inform them of your gift; however, the amount of the gift will not be disclosed.

GIVING TIMELINE

Gifts are accepted throughout the year, with the giving year following our fiscal year, which runs from July 1 to June 30.

DONOR RECOGNITION

The Del Ray Montessori School is a 501(c)(3) corporation, and your gift to the Growing Together Annual Fund is tax-deductible as allowed by law. You will receive a thank-you letter with your gift information. Each gift, unless designated anonymously, will be listed in DRMS' Annual Report, published annually to recognize our generous donors, their levels of giving, and the impact of their gifts of support. 

GIVE TODAY. GROW TOMORROW.