COMMUNITY

ANNUAL FUND

WAYS TO GIVE

Thank you for considering a gift to Redwood Day! Below, you will find a number of ways to give. If you have any questions regarding the information below, please don’t hesitate to contact our Advancement Department at advancement@rdschool.org

GIVE ONLINE

Make your gift or pledge online using any major credit card or Paypal. Pledges will be charged on or around May 1 if you prefer to give in the spring. You can also indicate if your employer offers a matching gift program.

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GIFTS BY CHECK

Checks should be made out to Redwood Day and dropped off at the Front Office or mailed to:
Redwood Day
3245 Sheffield Ave
Oakland, CA 94602

NOTE: Please include “Annual Fund” in the memo.

 

Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)

Please have your DAF issue a check and mail it directly to Redwood Day. Please ensure that your name is included so that we know who the gift is from.

GIFTS OF STOCK

A charitable gift of long-term appreciated securities can provide a double benefit—an immediate income-tax deduction for the full fair-market value of the securities and the avoidance of capital-gain tax.

There are two documents (both located in the Downloads section of this page) needed for the stock transfer. Please fill out both forms and submit the Stock Donation Broker Form to your broker and The Stock Donation Advancement Form to the Advancement office (via email or drop off at the front desk) before initiating any securities gift. If you have any questions, please contact Daphne Banash, Data Manager.

WIRE TRANSFER
To wire funds to Redwood Day, please 1) download and complete the Incoming Wire Instructions form and send it to your banker or financial advisor. 2) Please email with your name, address, transferring bank, and amount of transfer so we can ensure your gift is designated correctly
LEGACY AND PLANNED GIVING
Build an ongoing legacy by including Redwood Day in your financial planning. Planned giving vehicles such as gift annuities or remainder trusts can help minimize taxes and maximize your annual income while generating income for the School. Many families also choose to make charitable gifts in their estate plans through a bequest or by naming Redwood Day as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement account. To discuss your gift, please contact the Advancement Department.
MATCHING GIFTS

Double Your Impact!
Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to contribute to charitable organizations. Some even provide matching funds for employee volunteer hours. The impact of your gift to Redwood Day may be doubled or possibly tripled!

To find out if your company will match gifts to Redwood Day, please enter your employer's name in the box below.  

If your company participates in matching gift programs, please do the following:

  • contact your HR Department to initiate the match and,

  • notify the Advancement Department of the company and the amount

If you do not find your employer through this search, please check with your company to see if it offers a matching gift program that will match your gift or volunteer hours to Redwood Day.

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YOUR GIFT, THEIR FUTURE: SUPPORT REDWOOD DAY

Every gift to Redwood Day creates opportunities—enhancing programs, supporting educators, and expanding access for all students. Join us in making a lasting impact.

Ways to Give
We offer flexible giving options:

  • Donate online

  • Gifts by Check, Stock, or Wire Transfer

  • In-Kind Donations: Donate goods or services to Redwood Day

  • IRA-Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD)

  • Planned Giving: Leave a legacy by naming Redwood Day in your will, trust, or retirement account.

  • Matching Gifts: Double or triple your impact with corporate matching programs. Check your employer.

The Annual Fund
The Annual Fund is our top fundraising priority, providing flexible financial support to:

  • Enhance curriculum and student programs.
  • Support recruitment and retention of exceptional educators.
  • Expand tuition assistance for an economically diverse community.

Join us in reaching our goal of 100% participation in the Annual Fund—every gift, at any level, makes an impact. 

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Gifts in Action
Your contributions to the Annual Fund fuel programs and opportunities that define Redwood Day. Thanks to our community's generosity, here’s what we’ve been able to accomplish:

QUESTIONS

Contact the Advancement Department:
EMAIL advancement@rdschool.org
PHONE 510.534.0804 x236

 

TAX STATUS

Redwood Day is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation. For tax purposes, our tax identification number is 94-2289521. Your gifts may be deductible for income tax purposes. Please consult a qualified tax professional for more information.