Gifts to the School’s Greatest Need support Key’s most critical and immediate financial needs. This need is determined through careful assessment of the school's current resources, challenges, and goals, with the aim of allocating funds to areas that will enhance the learning environment, support student success, and improve overall educational quality.

Gifts to the First School support the ongoing needs of First School students and faculty, as well as curriculum development, extracurricular activities, and field trips/transportation.

Gifts to the Lower School support the ongoing needs of Lower School students and faculty, as well as curriculum development, extracurricular activities, and field trips/transportation.

Gifts to the Middle School support the ongoing needs of Middle School students and faculty, as well as curriculum development, extracurricular activities, and field trips/transportation.

Gifts to the Upper School support the ongoing needs of Upper School students and faculty, as well as curriculum development, extracurricular activities, and field trips/transportation.

Gifts to Athletics and PE support a wide range of initiatives and programs aimed at enhancing the overall athletic and PE experience and well-being of student-athletes, i.e facility upgrades and upkeep, equipment and gear, coaching and staff development, travel and competition, and sports programs and initiatives.

Named Funds that Support Athletics and PE at Key:
The Dan Schmoyer Physical Education Fund - Used to support anything related to the physical education department.

Gifts to campus beautification support efforts to enhance the physical appearance, aesthetics, and overall campus experience, i.e. landscape and gardens, architectural enhancements, pedestrian walkways, outdoor furniture and amenities, and campus signage and wayfinding.

Gifts to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) support Key’s efforts to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. True inclusion and equity requires intentionality, education and restoration. Key’s ongoing process depends on curiosity, active listening, empathy, and courage from all community members. Gifts to DEIB support diversity and recruitment retention, mentorship and support programs, curriculum development, student-led initiatives, training, workshops, and conferences.

Named Funds that support DEIB at Key:
The Ellene Jones’ Diversity Scholarship - Used to support students attending People of Color Conference or other DEI related growth opportunities

Philanthropic gifts to music, visual and performing arts support a wide range of initiatives, programs and activities that promote and enhance artistic and creative endeavors. These donations are instrumental in fostering artistic expression, cultural enrichment and education in the arts. Gifts to music, visual and performing arts may support arts education, arts equipment and materials, costumes, musical instruments, arts curriculum development, etc.

Gifts to Outdoor Education support Key’s wide range of initiatives and programs, all which provide educational experiences in outdoor settings. Key's Outdoor Education Program emphasizes the development of community and the significance of leadership and teamwork. Initiatives and activities your gift may support include but are not limited to outdoor equipment and gear, experiential learning like hiking, kayaking, canoeing, as well as overnight trips that range from two to six days.

Gifts to Professional Development enhance the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of Key’s faculty and staff. Support of Key’s professional development is used to create opportunities for personal and professional growth and improves job performance. Gifts to PD support training and workshops, allegiance with professional associations, online learning platforms, mentorships and coaching programs, certification programs, conferences, etc.

Gifts to Key’s STEM program supports a wide range of initiatives, programs, and activities that promote and advance STEM education, research, and innovation. These donations are instrumental in fostering interest, improving access, and enhancing excellence in STEM fields by allowing for improved technology and equipment, curriculum development, improved makerspace and lab facilities, introduction of advanced software and advanced resources, etc.

Named Funds that support STEM at Key:
The Sarma-Ramani Family Fund for Middle and Upper School Innovation – Used to support the expansion and growth of the Middle School and Upper School Innovation Labs.

Gifts to Student Financial aid supports financial assistance to individuals who may not have the means to afford Key’s education otherwise. The diversity of experiences and financial circumstances within our community is one of our greatest strengths, which is why we are proud to offer financial aid to 32% of our student body on average each year.

Gifts to Transportation support buses and shuttles to field trips, as well as sports competitions and practices.