“There is no better investment of time and money than in the life of a child. They are the future..”
-Alma Powell
Donate to Ashbrook
Your Support
shapes futures
Are you passionate about making sure extraordinary kids have access to an extraordinary education? So are we!
Whether you’re inspired to strengthen our Explorer Fund, which fuels the essential and ongoing needs of the school, or you feel called to support specific programs like music, theatre, art, or advanced academics, your generosity makes a direct and meaningful difference.
You can also choose to leave a lasting impact through legacy giving, ensuring that future generations of Ashbrook students continue to thrive.
Give in the way that resonates most deeply with you. Your gift helps extraordinary learning come to life.
The annual Explorer Fund is at the heart of Ashbrook’s mission. Unlike tuition, which covers only a portion of the true cost of an Ashbrook education, the Explorer Fund fills the gap, ensuring that students continue to benefit from the exceptional learning environment our community values.
Your support of the Explorer Fund helps provide:
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Small class sizes, where students feel known and supported
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Exceptional teachers who inspire curiosity and confidence
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Hands-on learning opportunities that build critical thinking and creativity
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Strong arts, music, theatre, and world language programs
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Enriching after-school clubs and experiences
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Safe, well-equipped classrooms and campus improvements
These are the elements that make Ashbrook extraordinary, but they are also the elements that require ongoing, annual support.
Why Your Gift Matters
Gifts of all sizes make a meaningful difference. When many families and community members give together, the impact is powerful:
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More resources directly support students and teachers.
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We can maintain the programs that enrich the Ashbrook experience.
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We can keep tuition increases modest while preserving excellence.
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We can plan confidently for the future.
Supporting the Explorer Fund means investing in today’s students and in the generations who will follow.
Give to What Inspires You Most
Your generosity can be directed to the programs and opportunities that matter most to you. When you designate your gift, you ensure your support goes exactly where your passion lives, enhancing the experience of every Ashbrook student.
Art: Support creativity, imagination, and hands-on expression. Gifts to the Art Program provide materials, supplies, classroom enhancements, and opportunities for students to explore different mediums with confidence.
Science: Fuel curiosity and discovery. Donations strengthen lab materials, STEM tools, classroom equipment, and inquiry-based learning experiences that help students think like scientists.
Theatre: Inspire confidence and creativity on stage. Your support helps with costumes, sets, lighting, sound equipment, scripts, and expanding performance opportunities for our students.
Enrichment Programs: Field trips • After-school clubs • Hands-on learning materials
These gifts open doors to deeper learning. From museum visits and nature trips to robotics clubs and art workshops, enrichment donations bring learning to life and help students explore their interests.
Student Council: Support student leadership and school spirit. Gifts to Student Council help fund student-led initiatives, events, service projects, and opportunities that build responsibility and teamwork.
Summer Program: Help families access safe, high-quality childcare over the summer months. Donations provide scholarships for families in need, whether they are Ashbrook students or non-Ashbrook students, ensuring more children can participate in our licensed, engaging Summer Program filled with fun learning experiences.
Legacy giving is one of the most meaningful ways to create a lasting impact. When you include Ashbrook Independent School in your estate plans, you extend your support far beyond today, helping ensure that future generations of students benefit from the same small classes, exceptional teachers, and enriched programs that make Ashbrook extraordinary.
Legacy gifts provide long-term stability and strength. They allow the school to:
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Plan boldly for the future, knowing resources will be available for tomorrow’s students.
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Invest in academic excellence, innovative programs, and opportunities that shape confident, capable learners.
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Preserve the values and mission that matter most to our community.
These gifts are powerful because they reflect your deepest beliefs, your commitment to education, your desire to help children thrive, and your hope for the future.
By choosing to leave a legacy, you become part of a story that continues long after today. Your generosity becomes a gift to future children, teachers, and families who will benefit from the strong foundation you helped build.
A room sponsorship carries a plaque recognizing your generosity and ongoing investment in education.
Room Sponsorships: Room sponsorships offer a meaningful way to support Ashbrook while leaving a visible, lasting mark on our campus. Your gift directly enhances the learning environment for students and provides essential resources for the programs you care about most.
Classroom Sponsorships: Sponsor a classroom and make a daily impact on student learning. Classroom sponsorships support:
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Updated furniture and flexible seating
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Classroom technology and tools
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Books, materials, and hands-on learning supplies
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Teacher resources that enrich instruction
Gym Sponsorships: Support physical education, athletics, and student wellness. Gym sponsorships help fund:
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PE equipment
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Scoreboards and audio systems
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Safety mats and flooring
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After-school sports and fitness programs
Your sponsorship promotes healthy habits, teamwork, and school spirit.
Lobby Sponsorships: The Lobby is the heart of our campus, where families, visitors, and students gather, connect, and feel welcomed. Lobby sponsorships help enhance:
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Visitor experience and signage
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Beautification and décor
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Seating, lighting, and display improvements
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Community event hospitality
A lobby sponsorship honors your commitment to creating a warm, inviting, and inspiring environment for all who walk through our doors.
Ways to Give
Online giving is one of the most impactful ways to support Ashbrook. It’s fast, secure, and allows your generosity to begin working immediately. Whether you make a one-time gift or set up a monthly donation, giving online helps sustain the programs, teachers, and opportunities you value most.
Monthly gifts are invaluable because they give Ashbrook something every school depends on: stability. With consistent support coming in each month, we can plan ahead, strengthen programs, and make long-term decisions that benefit every student.
Checks made payable to Ashbrook Independent School may be sent to:
Accounting Office
Ashbrook Independent School
4045 SW Research Way
Corvallis, OR 97333
Ashbrook Independent School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, which means individuals who are 70½ years or older may choose to directly roll over a portion of their Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) to Ashbrook as a charitable gift.
This type of gift, often called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), can be a tax-advantaged way to support the school while meeting your annual RMD requirements.
We encourage you to speak with your financial advisor to learn more about potential tax benefits and to determine if a QCD is right for you.
To make a stock gift, please let us know of your incoming gift and send your contribution to:
Ashbrook Independent School
*Details coming soon*
A planned gift is a meaningful way to extend your support beyond today and ensure Ashbrook’s mission thrives for generations. Whether through a will, trust, retirement account, or other estate planning tool, legacy gifts provide long-term strength and stability for our students and programs.
By including Ashbrook in your estate plans, you create a legacy that reflects your values and your commitment to extraordinary education.
In-kind gifts are a meaningful way to support Ashbrook beyond a traditional monetary donation. When individuals or businesses donate goods, services, or expertise, they help reduce expenses and enhance the experiences we can offer our students.
Examples of In-Kind Gifts:
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Items for our annual Celebrate Ashbrook Gala auction
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Classroom materials or equipment
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Professional services such as graphic design, photography, printing, landscaping, or consulting
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Supplies that support arts, theatre, science, or athletics programs
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Goods that can be used directly by the school or sold to benefit the Explorer Fund
These contributions make a significant impact, allowing us to direct more resources toward the programs and opportunities that matter most to families.
If you’re interested in making an in-kind gift or want to discuss whether your donation is a good fit, we would be happy to connect with you.
Many employers offer matching gift programs that allow you to multiply the impact of your generosity. When you donate to Ashbrook, your company may match your gift dollar-for-dollar, or sometimes more, significantly increasing the support available for our students, teachers, and programs.
How Matching Gifts Work:
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Make your donation to Ashbrook.
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Check with your employer (or visit their HR portal) to see if they offer a matching gift program.
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Complete your employer’s matching gift form or online request.
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Your company sends an additional donation directly to Ashbrook.
Why Matching Gifts Matter:
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They instantly boost the value of your support.
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They help sustain small class sizes, hands-on learning, and enriched programs.
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They encourage wider community participation in advancing Ashbrook’s mission.
If you’re unsure whether your employer offers matching gifts, your HR department can help you explore available options.
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