How the School is Funded
With an annual operating budget of $40,000, the Garden School supports eight year-round staff members and provides food and education for 60 children.
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Expenses: $30,000 for wages, $9,000 for food, and $1,000 for supplies. Zero utility costs thanks to our 2022 solar installation.
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Income: Tuition covers only $2,400 of our costs.
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The Gap: We rely on donors to provide the remaining $37,600 necessary to keep the school running.
Sustaining the Garden School
The Garden School continues to grow thanks to the generosity of those who give their time, talents, and resources. The land and design were donated, board members and teacher trainers volunteer their time. In addition, supporters ranging from students at Oregon Episcopal School who raised $12,000 to an anonymous donor who contributed $50,000 have all made a lasting impact. Every gift, whether of time, materials, or money, helps make The Garden School your school too. Together, we’re building a model for early childhood education in Liberia and across West Africa.
$25
Will feed one student for one month
$40
Covers annual tuition of one student
$100
Will pay for all supplies the school needs for one month
$200
Will feed the one student for the entire year!
Join Our Mission
At The Garden School, every helping hand makes a lasting difference. Whether you’re an educator, student, or community member, you can play a vital role in nurturing the next generation of Liberian leaders. Volunteers and teachers bring energy, creativity, and compassion to our classrooms—helping children discover their potential while strengthening the community around them.
By sharing your time, skills, or teaching experience, you’ll join a growing movement dedicated to quality early childhood education in Liberia. Together, we can cultivate bright minds, strong values, and hopeful futures.
If you’re ready to make an impact, we welcome you to become part of The Garden School family.
Want to become a part of The Garden School?
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Your support helps The Garden School provide quality early childhood education to Liberia’s youngest learners.
Tax-Deductible Giving (U.S. Donors):
To receive a U.S. tax deduction, please make your contribution through the King Baudouin Foundation United States (KBFUS) for the benefit of the Friends of The Garden School Fund. KBFUS is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so all gifts made through them are tax-deductible.
(Please note: direct gifts to The Garden School in Liberia are not typically tax-deductible in the U.S.)
Tax-Deductible Giving (online):
Your donation is made to Every.org, a US 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity with EIN 61-1913297. Every.org then grants funds to charities on your behalf. No goods or services are provided to you in exchange for your gift. Therefore, the full amount you paid qualifies as a charitable contribution for US tax purposes. Please indicate that your donation is for The Garden School via Standard Early Childhoold Education Liberia.
Additional Ways to Give:
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In-Kind Donations: To give materials or supplies, please contact Stephanie Vickers for details.
Together, we can help The Garden School grow a brighter future for Liberia’s children.