Support MCDS

The Annual Fund is the most important fundraising effort at MCDS each year. Tuition alone does not cover the actual cost of providing an MCDS education; the school relies on voluntary, tax-deductible contributions to make up the 6.5% annual operating budget gap.  This year, our gap per student is $3,500. 

The Annual Fund supports the daily running of the school. It ensures program excellence, robust academic offerings, education in the arts, athletic opportunities for all grades, maintenance of the the beautiful grounds and facilities, professional development to enhance and enrich faculty and staff abilities, and so much more.

Because the need is great, every member of the school community is asked to contribute to the Annual Fund each year. We are grateful for the generous, continued support of current and former families, grandparents, alumni and faculty/staff. The collective generosity of our supporters is the goal. We strive for 100% participation from current families, faculty, and staff.  

 Gifts of all sizes matter and are appreciated, they make a difference to our students and the community.

Annual Fund pledges are payable by May 15. Current families are asked to make a specific pledge or gift before the 100th day of school (February 14).

If you are interested in learning about how you can get involved with Philanthropy at MCDS, or for information about the Annual Fund, please contact the Development Office (415) 945-5937.

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Major fundraising events supporting indexed tuition include the Community Dinner Dance, online auction and student Walkathon.

We invite families to participate as they are able in the additional Family Association fundraising events each year, including the Book Fair and Home Sweet Home.

Students plan small fundraisers on campus to support local and global causes connect with their service learning curriculum.

To learn more about events, click here.

Volunteering enriches our program and strengthens connections in the school community. MCDS offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities and expects that all parents and guardians will pitch in as they are able. We are also very grateful for the alumni, alumni parents and grandparents who donate their time to MCDS.

Periodic capital and endowment campaigns provide additional funds for campus improvements, curricular initiatives and the school’s endowment. We invite all members of the extended MCDS community to participate in major campaigns.

To make an installment on a multi-year pledge to the Step Together campaign, please do so here.