Support
Thank you for your generous support of The Barstow School! Families choose Barstow for our innovative academics, varied extracurricular activities and inclusive community.
Alumni, families, faculty and friends of the school are part of a vibrant community that supports our mission "to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character." The Barstow Fund plays an important part in sustaining that mission.
Your generosity supports our ability to maintain small class sizes, attract and retain world-class teachers and create the innovative academic programs that make Barstow the area's top independent school.
Your generosity supports our ability to maintain small class sizes, attract and retain world-class teachers and create the innovative academic programs that make Barstow the area's top independent school.
Gifts of every amount help us provide the area's most innovative independent school education, while also allowing us to improve our State Line campus and add programs and spaces that enhance each student's daily experience.
The Barstow Fund
Erin Garrison, Board Advancement Chair 2023-2024
"Thank you for your generous contributions to The Barstow School. Your donations support our unparalleled education and personalized learning that has led to student success for 140 years. We appreciate your continued commitment to our mission."
Until Next Year
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Coming Up
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Roots of Remembrance
Enhancing Outdoor Spaces for Our Community
Join us in supporting Roots of Remembrance: Enhancing Outdoor Spaces for Our Community.
This campaign offers the Barstow community an opportunity to honor or remember loved ones by purchasing a tree, bench, or another meaningful item on campus with a personalized plaque. It also serves as a unique way to celebrate milestone reunion years or special occasions while contributing to enhancing Barstow’s campus.
Your generosity will leave a lasting impact by enriching our outdoor spaces, enhancing the beauty and function of our campus, and strengthening the Barstow community for generations to come.
Your generosity will leave a lasting impact by enriching our outdoor spaces, enhancing the beauty and function of our campus, and strengthening the Barstow community for generations to come.
Your donation not only provides a tangible and enduring gift but also supports the community and enhances the function and beauty of our campus for students, faculty and visitors alike.
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Plaque
Leave a thoughtful legacy by purchasing a personalized plaque for an existing bench or tree. Whether you are an alum, student, or cherished community member, this is a special way to honor your connection to Barstow.
Donation: $1,000
Special opportunities are available to faculty and staff. Please contact Jennifer Dreiling at 816-277-0433. -
Tree
Donating a tree is a timeless way to support Barstow. Your gift will help beautify the campus and contribute to a greener future for generations to enjoy. Your tree will symbolize growth and longevity, mirroring our rich history.
Donation: $2,000 -
Bench
Support community spaces by donating a six-foot bench and leaving a lasting legacy with a personalized plaque. These benches provide a place for reflection and relaxation, fostering community and connection.
Donation: $4,000 -
Picnic Table
Donate an octagon or hexagon picnic table with a personalized plaque to enhance communal gathering spots. Your generous gift will contribute to our campus's functionality and create inviting areas for gatherings, strengthening the sense of community that thrives on our campus.
Donation: $6,000 -
Lower School Playground Pavillion
Support our students by contributing to the early childhood playground pavilion. Honor a loved one by dedicating this safe and vibrant space for children to learn, play and grow for years. Your gift includes a personalized plaque to be displayed at the peak of the pavilion for all to see.Donation: $15,000 (one available) -
Other Opportunities
There are many meaningful and unique opportunities to support our campus, with options at various levels. We are proud to honor our donors and ensure their wishes are reflected in every contribution. Some areas we are currently hoping to enhance include:- Adding a parking lot sidewalk for safer student access to campus
- Replacing the existing lower school playground with a rubber surface
- Creating a full-court sports court in the southwest corner of the campus
- Replace decking and enhance the Zen Garden with outdoor seating
A limited number of plaques, trees, benches, and tables are available for dedication. Please note that these special tributes may take approximately 6 to 8 months to complete.
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Ways to Give
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Donate Online
Use our simple and secure giving page to give by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. -
Via Snail Mail
Send a check payable to
The Barstow School
11511 State Line Rd
Kansas City, MO 64114 -
Make a Pledge
Call Jennifer Dreiling in the Advancement Office at 816-277-0433. -
Matching Gift
Use an employer's matching gift program. -
Corporate Sponsorship
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Donate Stocks & Securities
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Planned Giving
Include Barstow in your estate plans. -
Thank You
Thank you for your generous support.
Giving Levels
Mind Body Character Society
$100,000 and up
