GIVING
Supporting Shipley is easy—and every gift makes a difference. Your generosity strengthens the people and programs that make our School extraordinary. Explore some of the ways that you can give to Shipley below.
FUND THE MAGIC
At Shipley, philanthropy funds the magic. Your gifts power the programs, people, and experiences that make our School extraordinary—the inspiring teachers, vibrant arts and athletics, inclusive community programming, and opportunities that help every student thrive and become their best self.
The generosity of Shipley alumni, parents, and friends has helped make a world class education possible for generations of students. Gifts from these donors have allowed Shipley to innovate and evolve, while remaining true to the School’s founding values.
How to Make a Gift to Shipley
Supporting Shipley is easy—and every gift makes a difference. Whether you give online, by mail, or through a multi-year commitment, your generosity strengthens the people and programs that make our School extraordinary. Explore some of the ways that you can give to Shipley below.
| Online or Credit Card |
| Make a one-time or recurring gift quickly and securely online using credit card, Venmo, or PayPal. Give Now |
| Matching Gifts |
| Double or even triple your impact. Many employers match charitable contributions made by their employees. Check Your Company’s Eligibility |
| Checks |
Make checks payable to The Shipley School. Address: |
| Gifts of Stock |
Transfer appreciated securities to support Shipley while potentially receiving favorable tax benefits: income taxes could be reduced, and capital gains taxes avoided. The value of your gift for tax purposes is the mean value of the securities on the date that the shares leave your brokerage account. Our team can provide easy step-by-step instructions. Before transferring stock to Shipley:
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| Wire Transfers |
Please notify Shipley's Development Office of your intent to transfer funds, and someone will share instructions: |
| Tribute Gifts |
| Honor or remember a teacher, coach, classmate, or loved one with a gift in their name. Your tribute will be acknowledged in Shipley’s Report of Gifts. |
| Multi-Year Pledges |
| Spread your giving over time with a three- to five-year pledge, making it easier to sustain Shipley’s priorities while managing your philanthropic goals. |
Support the Riely Theatre Renovation
Riely is more than a theater, it's where memories are made.
It’s not just a space for performance - it’s a home to community and celebration, to showcase creativity, to expand learning, and create lifelong memories. We honor all the moments Riely holds dear, and we invite you to be part of its future.
As Riely Theatre undergoes significant renovations, including state-of-the-art sound equipment, new seats, and other aesthetic upgrades, Shipley families and alumni are invited to be part of the magic. You can make a gift or choose to name a seat.
SUPPORT SHIPLEY |
| No matter your connection to Shipley, there are many ways to contribute to our mission of educational excellence, love of learning, and compassionate participation in the world. |