| Ways to Give
There are many ways to support Parkmont, outright gifts, pledges, matching gifts, gifts-in-kind, planned giving such as trusts and bequests, and endowment opportunities. Understanding the options can help you maximize the value of your gift and match your personal philanthropic goals with your financial planning goals.
Outright Gifts
Outright gifts include cash, stock/securities, real estate or personal property. These gifts are tax deductible and provide immediate support to the school and its programs. Gifts may be made in a lump sum or by installment over a period of time within the fiscal year.
Credit Card or Check
Parkmont is happy to process gifts using VISA or MasterCard. These gifts are viewed as cash gifts and can be used for pledge payments as well as outright donations.
If paying by check, make your check payable to Parkmont School. Mail your check to:
Annual Giving Campaign
Parkmont School
4842 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20011
Please provide Christy Ross with your credit card information either by phone at 202.726.0740, ext. 210 or mail. Information needed: Name on card, credit card number, expiration date and amount to be donated to Parkmont.
Planned Gifts
You can leave a lasting legacy for Parkmont School through a will, living trust or retirement plan. The process is very simple and your gift benefits the school for generations to come. Explore the myriad possibilities and see how you can make a larger gift than you might have thought possible while benefiting yourself.
Enroll In A Savings Card Program
Enroll in the bonus card program at Giant or in the Safeway club card program at Safeway. Designate the Parkmont School as the school to benefit from the Bonus Bucks.
Gifts-in-Kind
The school accepts donations of goods and services from both individuals and corporations. Examples include: office supplies, books, computers, etc.
Matching Gifts
Many companies encourage their employees to make charitable contributions by matching their philanthropic support. Contact your company's personnel office.
Volunteering
There are many ways to contribute to the Parkmont. Donations are vital, but volunteering your time and energy is extremely valuable as well.
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