The annual fund is Seattle Academy’s primary campaign for program support. This effort is dubbed Impact:SAAS because annual gifts of all sizes have an impact by elevating a SAAS education rooted in excellence to something truly transformational. Collectively, our broad community donates more than $1 million each year to fund curriculum and programs, financial aid, technology, faculty professional development, and student-initiated clubs and activities. While tuition covers our college preparatory education rooted in excellence, gifts to the annual fund elevate the SAAS education to something extraordinary. A strong annual fund enables us to meet the immediate needs of students and faculty, and to say yes to opportunities that enhance learning.

Our Annual Giving Family of Funds invites donors to direct gifts to a particular area of interest including: Greatest Need, Financial Aid, Curricular Enhancements, and the Arts, and Athletics. These represent vital areas of a SAAS education that are greatly enriched by your generous support.

Annual gifts support the current year’s operating budget. Gifts and pledges received early in the school year are then immediately available to enrich our programs for our students. Pledges are payable any time before May 31 when we start to close out of our fiscal year. Gifts are fully tax-deductible in the calendar year received.

SAAS families are asked to participate with a gift that is personally meaningful and appropriate for you. Annual gifts of all sizes benefit our program and are deeply appreciated. Corporate matching gifts are a great way to double your gift and maximize impact.

Your giving options include: a secure form to donate now or pledge online; a check by mail; donations through workplace giving and corporate matching programs; gifts of stock or wire transfer.

Each spring, our community comes together at our annual celebration event SAAS in the City to raise critical funds for our financial aid programs. This lively evening features a cocktail hour, a seated, catered dinner, and program featuring student performances, alumni speakers, and remarks from leadership. A “Raise the Paddle” appeal for donations support our commitment to equity and inclusion.

The scope of donor participation is unique to each donor and family. If you have other questions about ways to support SAAS, we welcome the opportunity to speak with you!  Please contact Blaire Piha Shainsky '07.