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Soar Into Spring: Unlock $45K for SAA

From May 5 - June 6, we invite you to Soar into Spring with us by participating in a special challenge in support of the Annual Fund.  A generous donor has pledged an exciting match to SAA’s Annual Fund if we reach 100% family participation by June 6!

Whether you give $5 or $5,000, every gift helps us soar closer to unlocking this incredible boost to our Annual Fund. You’re not just donating—you’re casting a vote of confidence in our students, our teachers, and the future we’re building together.

Don’t wait. Be part of this community effort to help SAA Soar into Spring and beyond.

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Why Give to the Annual Fund?

SAA is committed to enriching student experiences, creating new opportunities, and building on the vibrant, supportive environment that makes SAA such a special place.SAA understands that gifted children are not defined solely by traditional academic achievement but by their openness to experience, creativity, and the power of abstract thinking. We are committed to providing them with a specialized, differentiated, and challenging educational setting that supports their intellectual growth, fosters social-emotional learning, and encourages collaboration.

As an independent school, SAA is a 501(c)(3) ​not-for-profit institution operating without the state or federal funds that public institutions receive. Therefore, we count on our community’s annual support of our school. 

Every Gift Matters

Your participation—at any level—demonstrates a shared commitment to SAA’s mission and strengthens our school community. 100% participation sends a powerful message about the vital role SAA plays in our students’ lives. Every gift directly impacts our students and teachers, ensuring we continue to provide an exceptional educational experience.

We invite every member of our community to give at a level that is meaningful to them.

Giving Levels

We are grateful to SAA families and friends who care deeply about the critical work that we do and who make SAA a philanthropic priority. ​

Leadership Circle -1992 Society      

Circle of Friends                       

Founder
Visionary
Pioneer
Champion
Leader
Scholar

$20,000 and above
$10,000 - $19,999
$5,000 - $9,999
$2,500 - $4,999
$1,500 - $2,499
$1,000 - $1,499

Eagle                         
Bald Cypress      
Blue & White

$500 - $999      
$250 - $499
up to $249       

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Other Ways to Give

Matching Gifts
Double or even triple your impact! Many companies offer matching gift programs that amplify your contribution to the Annual Fund. Check with your employer to see if your gift qualifies—it's an easy way to make an even greater difference.

Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)
Science & Arts Academy gladly accepts donations through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs). If you’d like to contribute in this way, please contact us—we’re happy to provide any forms or information you need to complete the process.

Gifts of Stock and Securities
Science & Arts Academy gratefully accepts gifts of stock and securities. To coordinate your contribution, please reach out to us.

Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our EIN is  36-3838771.

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Make a Gift by Mail

Science & Arts Academy
1825 Miner Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Thank you to those who have already supported the
2024-2025 Annual Fund!
 

VIEW our 2024-2025 supporters 

Contact Us

Reach us by email or phone at  847-391-8477 with questions. 

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The Future-Focused Fund is an exciting new initiative to transform SAA’s learning environments into flexible, modern, discovery-rich spaces that support the way gifted students learn, create, and thrive.

The Future-Focused Fund will support projects like a reimagined test kitchen, outdoor learning spaces, science lab upgrades, classroom enhancements, and more.

Thank you for helping us dream bigger, act boldly, and build the future our students deserve.

Give to the Future-Focused Fund

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