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THE SIENA SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

 

The Scholarship Fund enables our bright, resilient students to access the rich, supportive education they deserve, regardless of family income. 

Why Are Siena Students Thankful? Click To Learn.


I give to The Siena School Scholarship Fund because I want a Siena education to be available to the largest number of students possible. So many teachers helped me along the way, and I hope to be there for my students too! —Siena Faculty Member

One Place, One Purpose

Since April 2009, The Siena School Scholarship Fund has raised over $1.6 million to enable students to receive the rich, supportive education they deserve. The Scholarship Fund is a nonprofit, tax-exempt entity separate from The Siena School; it is managed by The Greater Washington Community Foundation.* All donations are fully tax-deductible and go directly to the scholarship fund to raise money for financial aid.

Donations of any size are gladly accepted and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. You can choose either a one-time or recurring ($15, $25, $50, $150, or another amount per month) donation. An independent committee oversees the Scholarship Fund, and each fall it allocates funds to Siena for students who have been awarded financial aid. Donations come from parents, grandparents, Siena staff, area businesses, and friends of Siena. 

All donations go to one place for one purpose: increasing access to Siena for families in need. 

About 40% of Siena families receive assistance. Each year, community-driven generosity funds futures and ensures that students benefit from Siena’s programs. 

Please take a moment to send your donation by mail, click on the appropriate button below, or bring your donation to The Siena School. Please help achieve the goal of 100% parent participation.

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If you would like to make a donation via check, please do so by mailing the check to:

Greater Washington Community Foundation
PO Box 49010
Baltimore, MD 21297-4910

Please address your checks to: The Siena School Scholarship Fund/Greater Washington Community Foundation.

*The Siena School Scholarship Fund is a component fund of the Greater Washington Community Foundation. Click here to learn more about them.

We thank The Siena School Scholarship Fund for helping support our family. Our son has thoroughly enjoyed his new school experience. We are so proud. —Siena Family 

Frequently Asked Questions

In Siena’s inaugural 2006-07 school year, Siena parents helped start the Scholarship Fund as a way for them to help other families access the same educational benefits for their children. Since April 2009, the Scholarship Fund has raised over $1.6 million to support families’ demonstrated financial need.

The Siena School and The Siena School Scholarship Fund are financially separate entities. All donations go directly to the Scholarship Fund, which is one of many charitable funds housed at the Greater Washington Community Foundation. The Community Foundation receives and distributes funds, administers the account, and provides charitable tax deduction confirmation letters.

An independent advisory committee composed of Siena alumni parents and community members annually reviews Siena’s financial aid applicants for designation of specific scholarship awards.  

The Scholarship Fund allows families to include Siena in their annual charitable giving and support the school’s mission.

Any time! There are multiple ways to donate: credit card, check, donor-advised funds, and employer matching. You can also be a monthly donor. Click here to get started.

There will also be several opportunities to donate during specific annual campaigns, such as Siena Celebration (October), Giving Tuesday (post-Thanksgiving), Homecoming and End-of-Year (December), and the Spring Fundraiser (typically March or April). 
 

It’s easy: just take this link, choose a one-time or recurring donation, and then follow the prompts on the next page. 

If you would like to make a donation via check, please do so by mailing the check to:

Greater Washington Community Foundation
PO Box 49010
Baltimore, MD 21297-4910

Please address your checks to: The Siena School Scholarship Fund/Greater Washington Community Foundation.

Spread the Word: Share our Facebook and other social media posts about fundraising campaigns to keep expanding our donor community.

Use Donor-Advised Funds: Start by contacting your mutual fund administrator or financial advisor. Make sure to inform your donor services representative at The Community Foundation of your gift.

Participate in Employer Matching: Some employers (such as Booz Allen) offer matching donations to support charitable giving. Please contact your employer to see how to set up a match.

Why I Give

Having the opportunity to attend Siena has changed my daughter’s life. Before Siena, she was withdrawn, unsure of her abilities, and had almost lost her love of learning. She is now a confident young woman and a leader at the school, and she is looking forward to college. Thank you for making this opportunity available for so many families.  —Siena Alumni Parent

Other Giving Opportunities

Box Tops for Education

Collect Box Tops all year long! Box Tops may be dropped off at Siena’s main office or digitally here.

Donor-Advised Funds

Start by contacting your mutual fund administrator or financial advisor. Make sure to inform your donor services representative at The Community Foundation of your gift.

Employer Matching

Some employers (such as Booz Allen) offer matching donations to support charitable giving. Please contact your employer to see how to set up a match.

 

2022-2023 SCHOLARSHIP FUND HIGHLIGHTS

10 scholarships were awarded 

32 families increased their giving

$15K was the average amount awarded to Financial Aid recipients

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