Why We Give
Tuition is enough to make our school good, really good.
However, it is the support from our entire community that helps Brightworks be the school that says “Yes” to each student’s vision and dreams.
This year, we have fantastic news:
As we kick off the 2025 Annual Fund drive, we have a matching pledge for the first $50,000 given. That means every $50 donation turns into $100, doubling your impact on Brightworks! This is an incredible opportunity to support Brightworks' mission and growth and for our school to gain momentum as we work to reach our goal of $350,000.
We hope to reach 100% participation and maximize this match, ensuring that Brightworks remains a place where every student can say “Yes!” to their visions and dreams.
Our Annual Fund allows us to go above and beyond what tuition alone can support. The funds raised help cover the programming, resources, and people who make Brightworks what it is. When we support the Annual Fund, we’re helping Brightworks be the school that prioritizes community, creativity, and a learning journey tailored to each student.
Online:
Click this link to donate through PayPal.
Pledge: Make a pledge by emailing giving@sfbrightworks.org. You have until March to fulfill your pledge.
Stock: To gift securities, contact our finance department.
Check: Made payable to ‘Institute for Applied Tinkering’. Drop it off at Brightworks or mail to: Brightworks, Attn: Brightworks Annual Fund, 682 Schofield Rd., San Francisco, CA 94129. (Checks avoid PayPal’s 2.2% fee.)
Employer matching: Many employers will match their employee’s gifts - ask them or check here. Once requested, please let us know to look out for your employer’s match by emailing giving@sfbrightworks.org.
Please reach out to giving@sfbrightworks.org with any questions you may have.
Thank you for believing in Brightworks, and let’s make the most of this opportunity!
Warmly,
The Brightworks Team