Ways To Give
Don't miss your chance to be part of the transformation.
Supporting Pinewood's Upper Campus building campaign can be as unique as your own journey with our school. We've created flexible giving options to help you make the most meaningful impact in a way that works best for you and your family. Whether through a direct gift, appreciated securities, or a matching opportunity, your contribution will help shape the educational experience of generations of Pinewood students.
| Gift Level | Number of Opportunities | Space/Building | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20,000,000 | 1 | Upper Campus | Reserved |
| $10,000,000 | 1 | Performing Arts Center | Reserved |
| $7,500,000 | 1 | Student Hub | Reserved |
| $5,000.000 | 1 | Maker Space | |
| $3,000,000 | 1 | Athletic Field | |
| $2,500,000 | 1 | Campus Center | |
| $2,000,000 | 1 | Performing Arts Center Lobby | Reserved |
| $1,500,000 | 1 | Dining Commons | |
| $1,000,000 | 7 | Computer Lab, Art Studio, Junior High Science Classroom, Biology Lab, Chemistry Lab, Physics Lab, General Science Classroom | Reserved: Computer Lab, Art Studio |
| $750,000 | 3 | Tennis Courts, Teachers Lounge, The Terrace | Reserved: Tennis Courts |
| $500,000 | 3 | Dance Studio, Music Studio, The Arbor | |
| $300,000 | 10 | College Counseling Center, Conference Room (2), Teacher Prep Area, Campus Center Lobby, Learning Center, Wellness Center, Dressing Rooms (2), Green room | |
| $250,000 | 18 | Classrooms (Math, English, Social Studies, etc.) | |
| $150,000 | 8 | World Language Classrooms | |
| $50,000 | 25 | Large Pavers in the Gratitude Garden | |
| $25,000 | 25 | Small Pavers in the Gratitude Garden |
Give Online
Support us via an online gift or pledge.
Give By Check
Mail or drop off a check.
Pinewood Development Office
327 Fremont Avenue
Los Altos, CA 94024
Tax payer ID
# 94-1527492
Gifts of Securities (Stock)
A gift of long-term, appreciated securities helps save you taxes twice. Such a gift provides an income tax deduction and a capital gains tax savings. It is often the best asset to give. For information on how to make a stock gift, contact the Development Office, via email or 650-209-3041, or ask your broker to contact:
Susan Spaugh
Morgan Stanley
415-984-6615
susan.f.spaugh@morganstanley.com
DTC # 0015
Acct # 164-070998-089
For A/C: Creative Center of Los Altos dba Pinewood School
Tax payer ID # 94-1527492
Matching Gifts
Many employers participate in a matching gifts program as an employee benefit. Matching gifts allow you to double or triple your contributions to the school. Please contact your Human Resources Department for guidelines and forms. You will be recognized by Pinewood School for the sum total of your family's gift AND any corporate match given in your name.
Have Your Gift Matched for Pinewood
Please note: When donating to Pinewood or requesting a match through your employer, search for "Creative Center of Los Altos dba Pinewood School", tax payer ID# 94-1527492.
Donor-Advised Funds
Pinewood accepts grants from donor-advised funds.
Pinewood Development Office
327 Fremont Avenue
Los Altos, CA 94024
DAF Instructions: Pinewood School & Federal Tax ID 94-1527492
Other ways to give.
Gifts of Real Estate or Tangible Personal Property
Benefits: Transfer ownership of property (e.g., real estate, artwork) and receive a tax deduction for the appraised value, avoiding capital gains tax on appreciated property.
How It Works: This option works best with properties that are easily marketable and aligned with campaign goals.
Planned Gifts (Bequests, Trusts, and Life Insurance)
Benefits: Include Pinewood School in your estate planning to make a significant future impact while preserving current financial flexibility.
How It Works: Options include naming the school as a beneficiary in your will, trust, or life insurance policy.
Life Income Plans
Benefits: Provide assets to Pinewood School while retaining an income for yourself or others. These plans can offer tax-free income, significant tax deductions, and other financial advantages.
How It Works: Establish a charitable trust or similar vehicle that generates income for you or your chosen beneficiaries during your lifetime, with the remainder supporting Pinewood School.
Gifts of Life Insurance
Benefits: Transform a life insurance policy you no longer need into a meaningful gift. This option can offer tax benefits and allow you to make a significant impact without an immediate cash contribution.
How It Works: Transfer ownership of a paid-up life insurance policy with significant cash value to Pinewood School, or name Pinewood as a beneficiary of the policy.
Giving Levels
Redwood | $20,000,000 and above
Sequoia | $10,000,000 - $19,999,999
Spruce | $5,000,000 - $9,999,999
Cedar | $3,000,000 - $4,999,999
Cypress | $1,000,000 - $2,999,999
Juniper | $500,000 - $999,999
Pine | $250,000 - $499,999
Fir |$100,000 - $249,999