PHILANTHROPY AND VOLUNTEERISM AT THE BAY SCHOOL WHY BAY?
A Bay education has never been more relevant. From its founding, The Bay School was created to be different. As San Francisco’s most agile and innovative school, we deliver a thoughtfully designed, uniquely rigorous educational program—one that values deep, immersive learning, a commitment to mindfulness, and bold thinking for a dynamic and ever-changing world. We teach students to lean bravely into an unknown future with confdence, intentionality, and extraordinary skills for lifelong learning.
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Bay is fortunate to have a community that gives generously of its time, talent, and resources, inspiring deep community connection. There are many ways to meaningfully participate in the life of the school, including volunteering, attending events, and offering fnancial resources to the Annual Fund, Bay Splash, and other fundraising campaigns as they arise. We strive for 100% Bay Community participation in the life of the school. Join us by giving to Bay in ways that are authentic and meaningful to your family’s circumstance. QUESTIONS? Contact lsanjurjorutter@bayschoolsf.org
THE ANNUAL FUND
VOLUNTEERISM AT BAY
VOLUNTEERISM AT BAY
BAY SPLASH
ALL IN
GIVING TIME AND TALENT
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CELEBRATING COMMUNITY
The Annual Fund sustains what is brilliant and exceptional at Bay every year. It keeps Bay on the leading edge of education, providing critical support for responsive academic initiatives, student life and athletics, faculty professional development, and attractive salaries and benefts that retain talented, passionate teachers. Our goal is 100% participation in the Annual Fund, and every gift is meaningful.
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Each fall, families are asked to make an Annual Fund gift or pledge before December 31, although we accept contributions throughout the school year. We welcome gifts of any size, and gifts range from $10 to $100,000. Bay families take an “all in” approach and make the Annual Fund a giving priority. QUESTIONS? Contact gchan@bayschoolsf.org
Volunteers catalyze community action and make things happen at Bay. Working together
toward a common goal, Bay volunteers cultivate community, develop authentic and lasting friendships, and provide a lasting source of strength, talent, and inspiration for the school. Families give their time and talent to support academic, social, co-curricular, admissions, and advancement programs throughout the year. From greeting grandparents or prospective families at one-time events to pitching in at community service days, joining an event planning committee, and serving on the Bay Family Association leadership team, an expansive range of volunteer opportunities allows people to participate at the level that is comfortable with work and family commitments.
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Volunteerism is a gift you give yourself! In the fall and spring, the Bay Family Association provides a survey to describe available volunteer opportunities and to ask parents and guardians to indicate their interest in participating or learning more. Throughout the year, families have the opportunity to volunteer or supply in-kind donations for a variety of events. QUESTIONS? Contact bfa@bayschoolsf.org
An annual evening of fun, celebration, and inspiration, Bay Splash brings our community together for a festive event that elevates a specifc element of the Bay program. The event includes dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and a paddle-raise that makes Bay Splash an unforgettable experience raising more than $250,000 every year. Flexible ticket prices ensure that the house is packed and the event is inclusive of all who wish to attend.
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SPECIAL CAMPAIGNS
THE SENIOR CLASS GIFT
BOLDLY BAY
A GIFT OF GRATITUDE
At strategic points in Bay’s evolution, the Board
of Trustees and school leadership initiate stand-alone fundraising efforts to advance priorities that require exceptional community support. These campaigns are designed to boldly drive program expansion, bolster the endowment for fnancial sustainability, support mission-critical priorities like fexible tuition, and enable capital enhancements. Bay’s endgame is bigger. Much bigger. Special campaigns support our forward vision.
Supporting Bay Splash is easy and fun—you can volunteer to lead or participate on an event committee, become an event sponsor or ticket holder, donate staffulty tickets, donate an auction item, or raise your paddle to support impactful schoolwide innovations. The whole Bay Community is encouraged to attend and participate at a level that is comfortable for their individual families.
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QUESTIONS? Contact gchan@bayschoolsf.org
QUESTIONS? Contact atalbot@bayschoolsf.org
Periodic campaigns provide an opportunity for everyone in the Bay community to participate at a level that is meaningful for their family. Staff and volunteers make personalized gift requests that are distinct from other initiatives. During campaigns, we kindly ask families to maintain their support for the Annual Fund, Bay’s top giving priority.
Bay is a community strengthened by powerful student voices, participation, and leadership. The Senior Class Gift honors students and their time at Bay. It is a meaningful living legacy for each graduating class, endowed and existing in perpetuity. The campaign introduces Bay seniors to the impact of philanthropic giving and creates a vehicle for alumni to connect with and support Bay over time.
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Every spring, families of seniors gather for a party to celebrate the graduating class and to launch the senior class gift. Seniors are welcomed into the Bay alumni community and introduced to their class fund for their future philanthropy. The goal of the campaign is 100% participation. Contributions of any amount are welcome and appreciated. QUESTIONS? Contact jmoyne@bayschoolsf.org