FAQs

What is the Annual Giving Fund?
For successful independent schools, voluntary giving is essential for covering the full cost of an education of the highest standard. The Annual Giving Fund is a fundraising program that provides an opportunity for parents, alumni, parents of alumni, faculty, staff and friends to support TASIS England. Your support for the Annual Giving Fund enables us to offer initiatives and materials beyond our operating budget, which provide enrichment for both our students and teachers.

How much am I expected to give?
Donations range from £20 to over £10,000. Gifts of all amounts are gratefully appreciated. Our goal is your participation. Your generous gift - of whatever amount, according to your financial means  - helps us meet that goal and is your investment in both brilliant minds and brilliant hearts. 

I don't see how the Annual Giving Fund benefits alumni and alumni parents. Can you explain?
As we enhance our opportunities, programs and benefits, we enhance the reputation of TASIS England in the field of independent, international education. As a former student, parent, or faculty member, you benefit from that enhanced reputation, so that together we can build a lasting legacy.

May I choose how my gift will be used by the School?
Yes. You can give an unrestricted gift which allows us to determine where your gift is most needed, or you may give a gift which will be used for a particular purpose. Please contact our Development Office to find out more about the categories of giving in which you may choose to have your gift directed.

What is the Matching Gifts Program? Do all corporations have one?
The Matching Gifts program is a corporate program that allows employees to match their gift to non-profit institutions such as TASIS. Many corporations with headquarters in the United States do match employee gifts to international schools. Please inquire whether your corporation offers a Matching Gift Program.

If so, the Human Resources department of your corporation will give you a form to fill out. Send this with your Annual Fund gift to us and we'll do the rest.

Are gifts tax deductible?
For U.S. taxpayers, your gift is tax-deductible as permitted by U.S. law if your contribution is made payable in U.S. dollars to the TASIS Foundation, Inc., a publicly supported Section 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization based in New York (tax I.D. #136225772). An acknowledgement and receipt will be provided by the U.S. Foundation.

All other gifts can be made in any currency to the TASIS Foundation, a not-for-profit, educational foundation based in Delémont, Switzerland. Although these donations may not qualify for tax relief at this time, U.K. taxpayers may contact the TASIS Development Office at development@tasisengland.org to inquire about making contributions that are tax effective.