Ways to Give
Gifts can be made in a variety of ways. Please contact Rachel Siegel in Aurora's Development Office,
(510) 429-2606 x 226 for more information. She is happy to help you select the method that works best for you.
- Write a Check – either drop it off in the front office or send it in the mail.
- Donate Online – secure, fast, and easy. (Adding 3% to your gift will cover our processing fees so that your whole gift goes to our students!)
- Use a Credit Card – Call the Development Office with your credit card information (510) 428-2606 x 226.
- Learn about Matching Gifts
- Make a Gift of Stock
- Consider a Planned Gift
Employee Matching Gifts
Many members of the Aurora community work for companies with matching gift programs that will match their employees' charitable gifts to independent schools like Aurora. Your company's HR department is a good place to start to see if your employer has such a program. The process usually involves you filling out a form. In some cases our Director of Development signs off on the form as well. Matching gift programs are a relatively easy way for your donation to increase in value. Companies currently making matching gifts to Aurora include: Chevron, Levi Strauss, PG&E and Wells Fargo.
Gifts of Stock and Securities
Gifts of appreciated stock are a great way to support Aurora and receive significant tax benefits. To ensure that you receive proper credit and prompt acknowledgement of your gift, please contact or instruct your broker to contact our Development Office, at (510) 428-2606 x226.
Gifts-in-Kind
We welcome gifts such as computers, cameras, software, library books, furniture, professional services and other items relevant to our educational programs. Your accountant can help you figure the dollar value of gifts-in-kind. Please contact the Development Office to discuss gift delivery.
Bequests and Planned Gifts
Some individuals choose to provide for Aurora in their estate plans. These planned gifts, often in the form of wills, bequests, trusts and insurance, are a testament to a commitment to the values and mission of Aurora and contribute significantly to Aurora's programs and long-term stability. Your estate planner can provide more information about this option. Please contact our Development Office if you wish to discuss a planned gift to Aurora.
Book Fairs
The Aurora Book Fair is held twice a year to coincide with parent-teacher conferences. A wide selection of books is available for children and adults, and a percentage of each purchase is donated back to us to help the Aurora library grow.