Kingsley Giving Day 2026

We aim to inspire 250 gifts and raise $100,000 to unlock $135,000 in challenge funds and meet or exceed our $1.3M Annual Fund Goal so that we can better support our students and faculty.

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Your Annual Fund gifts directly impact every aspect of the Kingsley experience by supporting:

• Academic Excellence: High-quality classroom materials, literacy programs, and technology.
• The Kingsley Experience: Our Montessori foundation; beloved traditions like MMUN, Farm and Ocean Schools, and our seasonal concerts; our peerless Next Schools Counseling program; and a close-knit community of lifelong friends.
• Our Faculty: Competitive salaries, professional development, and the resources our teachers need to provide a transformative education.
• Campus Vitality: Ongoing improvements to learning spaces, safety, and security.
• …And more!

Participation in the Annual Fund is a key value in our community. We aim high for our students and, like most independent schools, Kingsley’s program costs exceed tuition revenue. Unlike many peer institutions, the School has no endowment from which to draw. Our generous community helps bridge the gap between tuition and the cost of a Kingsley education. This enables Kingsley to be more accessible to a wider range of economic backgrounds. Your gift sends a distinct message of your support of and belief in Kingsley’s mission.

Absolutely! An additional gift will be applied immediately to fuel teaching and learning, and will help unlock additional dollars to fuel our mission.

We are very grateful for your pledge! However, please do not fulfill it on this site. Instead, to complete a commitment made earlier in the year, please go to https://www.kingsley.org/support/give-now or contact Ellen Doonan at [email protected].

Gifts of all sizes have a tremendous impact, and today—Kingsley Giving Day—is the best time to show your support!

Making your gift right now helps us reach our Giving Day goals and help unlock special challenges that increase the value of your contribution. Every gift counts toward our community total, so please join us in making this our most impactful day of the year!

Yes! NEW this year: You can initiate a donor-advised fund (DAF) grant directly on the Giving Day site! DAFpay is the world’s first DAF payment option, allowing you to recommend a grant in just three clicks.

If you prefer to give by check, stock, or wire transfer, please contact Ellen Doonan at [email protected] or 617-226-4912.

Yes! Many companies sponsor matching gift programs that increase their employees’ charitable contributions. When prompted, add in your company’s name and see if they match. This is additional support for Kingsley in your name, at no additional cost to you.

Below is an illustration of the processing fees as of January 2026:

• Credit or debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Visa, or Mastercard: 2.9% + $0.30 per payment
• American Express or Diners Club: 3.5% + $0.30 per payment: Additional 1% for international card transactions
• Bank account: 1% + $0.30 per payment
• Venmo, PayPal, Bitcoin: 3.5% + $0.30 per payment
• Donor-advised funds via Chariot: 2.9% + $0.30 per payment.

Third-party processing fees are subject to change based on the payment method you choose. In addition to third-party fees, there is a 2% fee from Boost My School.

The Advancement Office is happy to answer any questions you might have. We can be reached by phone at 617-226-4912 or by email at [email protected].