Community has never been more important at Marin Waldorf School than it is today. Through over 53 years of history, we have been committed to providing a warm human-centered education to children in Marin County and the greater Bay Area. Now more than ever, we believe that the values that Waldorf education holds at its core—community, compassion, social responsibility, and independent thought—are essential to a healthy society and a meaningful life. Help us a thrive, today and in the future, with a gift to the 2025-2026 Community Fund.
What is the Community Fund?
The Community Fund is our school’s most important fundraiser and a key factor in meeting our annual operating budget. Like most independent schools, tuition at MWS does not cover our school’s operating expenses. The Community Fund fills the gap between tuition revenue and operating expenses, helping fund everything you love about MWS—from our excellent faculty to the beautiful old oak trees. Learn more in the video below.
Gifts to nonprofit organizations like Marin Waldorf School entitle donors to charitable income tax deductions, subject to IRS regulations. If you need copies of your tax gift information for a specific year, please email development@marinwaldorf.org.
Thank you to everyone who gave in 2024-2025! We invite you to review the Impact Report 2024-2025, which represents the impact of your partnership and investment in Marin Waldorf School over the last school year—and of all our supporters over more than 50 years of our school's history.
Explore ways our community contributes
There are a number of different ways to support Marin Waldorf School financially, including through a matching gift (see below). Click here to learn more about our giving options.
Matching Gifts
Many companies have matching gift programs which can double or triple the value of your gift. Visit Charity Navigator to see your company’s matching details or contact your company’s Human Resources Department to inquire if they have a matching gift program and whether MWS is eligible for a match from your company. We are listed on Charity Navigator as Marin Waldorf School Assn. Inc. if your company needs to verify our nonprofit status. When you initiate your matching gift with your company, you must have already made your contribution to MWS. When we receive notification from your company, we verify that your gift was made and complete the necessary documentation from your company. MWS Tax ID is 94-2161819.
Help Us Spread the Word
Help us reach a wider audience by sharing our Community Fund campaign with your friends, family, grandparents, and colleagues. Together, we can make an even greater impact.
“I have deep feelings of gratitude for the school. The teachers, staff, and administrators have crafted an opportunity for my child to have a positive school experience.”
A Vision for the Future:
Our Scholarship Programs
Our faculty, administration, and Board of Trustees are deeply committed to keeping tuition as affordable as possible, in addition to providing needs-based financial aid to families who qualify. We are committed to building a student body, faculty, and staff who reflect the cultural and socio-economic diversity of the Bay Area.
Lesley Rosenberg Diversity Scholarship
The Lesley Rosenberg Inclusion Scholarship aims to enhance the learning community of Marin Waldorf School by broadening the opportunities for exceptional students hailing from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, encompassing a wide array of talents, passions, and life journeys. Learn more here.
Native American Reconciliation Scholarship
Established in 2023, in response to a call to action from the Lakota Waldorf School in North Dakota, Marin Waldorf School is proud to be tuition-free for Native American students. Families interested in applying for the Native Reconciliation Tuition Program should contact admissions director Mary Beth Sartain to discuss the process. Learn more here.
Tuition Assistance
One in three current families receives some form of financial assistance, with awards covering up to 50% of the cost of attending Marin Waldorf School.
How Else Can I Support Marin Waldorf School?
“For me, it was the most tremendous gift my parents ever gave me.”
Share Your Story: If Marin Waldorf School has touched your life in any way, we want to hear about it! Share your memories, experiences, and the impact our school has had on you or your loved ones. Your stories will inspire others and reaffirm the importance of supporting our school's mission. Please send your story to development@marinwaldorf.org.
Engage and Volunteer: In addition to charitable support, there are countless opportunities to get involved in our school community. From mentoring students to participating in school events, your time and expertise are invaluable in shaping the educational journey of our students.
Community Fund Giving Levels
Grandmother Oak Circle ($25,000 and Above)
Sequoia Circle ($10,000 - $24,999)
Bay Circle ($5,000 - $9,999)
Cypress Circle ($1,000 - $4,999)
Maple Circle ($250 - $999)
Manzanita Circle ($249 & Below)
If you wish to discuss details about your gift, or other giving options, please contact development@marinwaldorf.org.
Marin Waldorf School is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation that relies on the generosity of its parents, friends, and the larger community to support its annual operating budget. We greatly appreciate your donation and thank you for helping us to awaken the joy of learning for the children of Marin Waldorf School.
