Annual Fund

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• WHAT IS THE ANNUAL FUND?

  Oakwood students’ favorite part of school—that is what

  the Annual Fund makes possible! Your investment is what

  allows a classroom discussion to spark creativity, a stage

  performance to ignite confidence, an athletic challenge to

  teach resilience, and financial assistance that helps make

  an Oakwood education accessible to all who seek it. The

  Annual Fund helps cover the difference between tuition and

  the cost of the Oakwood student experience.
  
  

  We ask all members of our community—parents, guardians,

  trustees, alumni, parents of alumni, grandparents, staff,

  and friends—to embrace Oakwood and make our students

  and our school a philanthropic priority. By inviting voluntary

  giving, we exemplify our Statement of Philosophy and honor

  our community’s diversity by encouraging everyone to

  contribute in a way that is meaningful to them. This is not just

  about funding—it’s about building a culture of generosity,

  where everyone has a role in shaping the Oakwood we love.

  
  The Annual Fund goal is $2.5 million and gifts are used

  during the year in which they are received and have an

  immediate impact on teacher salaries, facilities, athletics,

  and programs such as STEAM, theater, debate, music, and

  visual arts.
  
  

• WHEN SHOULD I GIVE?

  Join us in shaping the year ahead. We invite all members

  of our community to make their Annual Fund gift or pledge

  of support TODAY! Early participation, by January 16, helps

  Oakwood plan with confidence and ensures your investment

  is felt throughout the year. Every gift makes a difference, and

  pledges can be fulfilled though June 1.

• HOW MUCH SHOULD I GIVE?

  Annual Fund gifts at all levels are greatly appreciated

  and collectively make a significant impact. We ask you

  to give at a level that feels personally meaningful to your

  family. When every family contributes, we highlight a culture

  of care and shared responsibility. Our goal is 100% schoolwide

  participation and we hope you make Oakwood a top

  philanthropic priority.
  
  

• ARE DONATIONS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?

  Oakwood School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and donations are

  tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our Tax

  ID number is: 95-1698608.

• HOW DO I MAKE MY GIFT?

  Oakwood School is able to accept a variety of gift types

  including cash, check, gifts through a donor-advised fund,

  transfer of securities, and electronic funds transfer. Please

  visit our Ways to Give page at oakwoodschool.org/giving/

  ways-to-give for more information. In order to be mindful

  of each donor’s personal circumstances, we can arrange

  a pledge payment schedule that accommodates your

  philanthropic needs and wishes. If you are interested in

  exploring this option, please contact Emily Consaga at

  818-732-3176 or econsaga@oakwoodschool.org.
  
  

• WHAT IS A "MATCHING GIFT"? AND HOW CAN I HELP OAKWOOD ACCESS THIS ADDITIONAL FUNDING?

  Many companies have matching gift programs that allow you to double or even triple your donation. Please contact us, your HR department, or visit our Ways to Give webpage at to find out if your company matches gifts.

• WHAT IS THE SPECIAL EVENT, OAKWOOD LIVE?

  The Special Event, Oakwood Live is Oakwood’s annual

  fundraising gala where we really put the fun in fundraising!

  You will not want to miss this springtime event on May

  2, 2026, the biggest philanthropic driver for financial

  assistance at Oakwood.
  
  

  With a goal of $1 million, the net proceeds from Oakwood

  Live, directly support financial assistance—both now and in

  the future—covering essential costs such as tuition, meals,

  transportation, books, laptops, and more. Your generosity

  opens doors, creates opportunities, and ensures that more

  students have access to an Oakwood education. Through your

  support of Oakwood Live, you help sustain and expand this

  vital program, making a lasting difference in our community.

• WHAT IS THE CAPITAL FUND?

  Gifts to the Capital Fund ensure that students have high-quality

  facilities in which to thrive. Recent projects include the Fields at

  North Hollywood Park and the Da Vinci Lab & Classroom Complex.

  In development now is the 3C Center. This dynamic home for

  collaboration, creativity, and community will provide secondary

  students with exceptional venues for academic and artistic

  exploration and a vibrant hub for campus life.

• WHAT IS LEGACY GIVING?

  For those who have experienced the magic of Oakwood and feel

  invested in providing for the future of our School, making an estate

  gift and joining the Acorn Society is a great option. Creating your

  Oakwood legacy can be a simple and quick process. Consider

  adding Oakwood as a retirement plan or life insurance beneficiary, or

  include the school in your will or trust. If you would like to discuss these and other legacy options, please contact Director of Advancement, Nancy Leptuch Virrey at nleptuch@oakwoodschool.org.

• WHAT ARE OAKWOOD’S LEADERSHIP GIVING LEVELS?

  We recognize the generosity of our donors in the following giving

  levels in our Annual Report:
  
  

  • $100,000+
  • $50,000-$99,999
  • $25,000-$49,999
  • $10,000-$24,999
  • $1-$9,999

  
  Those who contribute $10k+ in combined giving annually are recognized as members of the Head of School Circle and will be invited to a special donor appreciation event.

• HOW CAN I BECOME AN OAKWOOD FUNDRAISING VOLUNTEER?

  We would love to welcome you to our team! As a fundraising volunteer, you will help celebrate Oakwood by building a culture of generosity and connecting with fellow community members. To get started please contact Director of Annual Giving, Connie Garcia at cgarcia@oakwoodschool.org.