Black Student Fund

Ways to Support
The Black Student Fund is a not-for-profit, charitable organization as defined under IRS code 501(c)(3). We receive no government funding. The Fund relies on the generosity of individuals, corporations and foundations. BSF offers you a variety of ways to make a gift to the organization. Contributions to BSF are tax-deductible according to IRS guidelines and can be made using cash, check, credit card and by transferring securities. You may donate online, by mail or over the phone. Specifics regarding each method for giving are outlined.

Online
Via Network for Good: www.networkforgood.org

By Mail
Pleas makes check or money order payable to Black Student Fund and send to:
3636 16th Street NW, 4th Fl.
Washington, DC 20010

A gift receipt will be mailed to you promptly.

By Phone
You may make a gift over the phone using your MasterCard or Visa by calling 202-387-1414 and asking for Kevin Kelso, Director of Finance and Technology.

Matching Gift
Many companies offer a matching gift program for their employees’ charitable contributions. Matching gifts are a great way to double or even triple your gift to BSF. To find out if your (or your spouse's) employer participates in a matching gift program contact your human resources department. If they do, please complete their matching gift form and submit it according to your employers guidelines. You will be recognized for the full amount of your contribution plus the match.

Gifts of Stocks or Bequests
To donate a gift of stock or include BSF in your estate plans please contact Meredith Watson, Director of Development and Marketing, at (202) 387-1414 or mwatson@blackstudentfund.org

Combined Government & Employee Campaigns
Combined Federal Campaign #99970
Maryland Charity Campaign #7253
Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign #8124
DC One Fund #9553

In-Kind Gifts
Gifts-in-kind include non-monetary contributions such as furnishings, equipment, instruments, books, and professional services. For more information, please contact Meredith Watson, Director of Development and Marketing at (202) 387-1414 or mwatson@blackstudentfund.org

Corporate and Foundation Support
Corporate and foundation grants and sponsorships are the cornerstone of Black Student Fund. BSF Corporate Sponsors consist of a myriad of businesses with multiple and diverse industry focuses, but who are unified in a commitment to provide and sustain opportunities for Black children at independent schools.

Click here for the current list of Corporate and Foundation supporters.