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See current support opportunities across our schools. Every donated item makes a direct difference for students and staff.
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Current School and Program Opportunities
Looking for a particular school? Visit its Giving Hub page to explore all available ways to help. Or browse the current projects submitted by ASD schools and programs below.
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To designate your gift for a specific project, pay by cash or check to the Anchorage School District and write the project name (as listed on this opportunity board) on the memo line.
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Prefer to give by credit or debit card? Donate through Zeffy on the school's Giving Hub. Note: card gifts made through Zeffy cannot be designated for a specific project or purpose.
These are optional community-support opportunities. Each has been identified and reviewed through ASD's donation and fundraising process. Participation is voluntary.
Adaptive power sport chairs and equipment (ASD Physical Education)
Accepting DonationsReplace four 17-year-old sport wheelchairs ($21,400), plus power soccer balls ($920) and basketballs ($1,000) so ASD can field full competitive teams. Estimated cost: $23,320 (one-time).
Accessible Playground Upgrade
Accepting DonationsPhase 1 funding is complete. Next step is updating playground structures so all students can participate in physical activity and peer engagement. Status: partially funded. One-time.
2-day Alaska Outdoor School field trip (Portage, AK)
Accepting Donations5th grade outdoor education: tuition $200 per student plus bussing for 52 students, 10 adults, and 3 teachers (about $4,500). Estimated cost: $14,700 (recurring annually). Needed by February.
Bartlett Ocean Tech Day Event
Accepting DonationsGives 100 students a hands-on look at marine research and ocean science tools; covers 3 days of municipal pool rental. Estimated cost: $1,800 (recurring annually). Needed by October.
Whale Fest Event Attendance Funding
Accepting DonationsParticipation for 22 attendees at the Sitka WhaleFest science symposium: food ($3,128), airfare ($12,700), tickets ($1,600). Estimated cost: $17,428 (recurring annually). Needed by November.
Tsunami Bowl Event Attendance Funding
Accepting DonationsAlaska Tsunami Ocean Sciences Bowl: covers transportation so about 100 students can participate. Estimated cost: $4,000 (recurring annually). Needed by December.
Kenai Fjords Marine Science Field Trip
Accepting DonationsEnd-of-year marine science field trip for about 100 students across two weekends. Estimated cost: $9,640 (recurring annually). Needed by April.
Freshman Biology Trip to Exit Glacier
Accepting DonationsCovers bus costs so about 100 students can see climate change in action. Estimated cost: $1,200 (recurring annually). Needed by September.
Adaptive Ceramics Wheel (Special Education)
Accepting DonationsOne adaptive ceramics wheel so students with physical disabilities, back injuries, or developmental needs can join ceramics workshops. Estimated cost: $6,200 (one-time).
Water Refill Station
Accepting DonationsCovers the water bottle filler, shipping, and installation to encourage hydration. Estimated cost: $3,000 (one-time). Impacts about 300 students.
High Impact Tutoring for students in grades K-3
Accepting DonationsCovers one student's enrollment in evidence-based high impact tutoring for early readers well below benchmark. Estimated cost: $2,310 per student (recurring). Impacts about 3,000 students. Teaching and Learning.
Battle of the Books Funding
Accepting DonationsCovers two teacher addenda and benefits to run elementary Battle of the Books afterschool programming at one school. Estimated cost: $4,532 (recurring annually). Teaching and Learning.
Replace school playground mulch with tile
Accepting DonationsReplace one school's mulch with tile so all students can access playground equipment. Estimated cost: $43,000 (one-time). Operations.
Elementary art Chromebook set and charging center
Accepting DonationsOne classroom set of 25 Chromebooks and a charging cart for elementary art students. Estimated cost: $15,000 (recurring). Fine Arts.
Second Step classroom kit
Accepting DonationsOne Second Step curriculum classroom kit supporting social-emotional learning. Estimated cost: $5,904 (recurring). Mental Health and Student Support.
Creekside Morning Boost Program
Accepting DonationsFree before-school program with reading and math instruction, Chromebook interventions, physical activity, and snacks for up to 40 students. Estimated cost: $22,866 (recurring annually).
B.A.S.E. Camp mentoring program
Accepting DonationsYear-long mentoring and biweekly outdoor experiences for 24 West High students (about $1,040 per student). Estimated cost: $25,000 (recurring annually).
Girls Volleyball net and pole systems
Accepting DonationsThree volleyball net and pole systems to replace outdated equipment for PE classes, practices, and activities. Estimated cost: $5,604 (one-time). Impacts about 200 students. Needed by September.
Fund one grade-level work-based learning experience for all students
Accepting DonationsCovers transportation and participation costs for work-based learning field trips so students can explore careers and learn from local employers. Supports one grade level at 8 high schools. Estimated cost: $18,000 (recurring annually). Department: CTE.
New chairs for assemblies, concerts, and events
Accepting DonationsHelp purchase new chairs for school assemblies, concerts, and other events; supports family engagement. Estimated cost: $3,000 (one-time).
