Giving

Giving

What's possible with your support?

Stronger Together: Building Bright Futures, One Gift at a Time

The Annual Fund is here! Join us in building bright futures—one gift at a time. Give Now!

At Headwaters, we believe that education thrives when a community comes together with purpose. Your gift to the Annual Fund supports everything that makes our school extraordinary—from joyful Montessori classrooms to the challenges of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Every donation, no matter the size, fuels meaningful experiences, deep learning, and a sense of belonging for every student.
  • Monthly donors receive exclusive thank-you gifts—like our new Hawk and Rose t-shirt!
  • Give once or make it monthly—your support matters all year long.

What's Your WHY?

At Headwaters, we believe learning starts with curiosity, courage, and purpose. This Giving Tuesday, we're sharing stories that show how your support helps students explore, grow, and discover who they are—whether it’s through early map-making in Montessori or scaling cliffs in Outdoor Leadership.

Every story you see here is made possible by Annual Fund gifts at every level. Participation is what matters most for this challenge—it all counts, and it all fuels the programs, materials, and guides that bring learning to life.

Your gift today moves your class closer to 100% participation!
The first class to reach 100% wins a special family outing. The next two will enjoy a celebration at pick-up (like cotton candy!).

Check the live leaderboard to see where your class stands—and stay tuned, more stories are coming soon.

So… what’s your WHY?

Make Your Gift Now!

Thank YOU for Giving!

To everyone who has given—thank you. Your support, at any level, helps fuel the learning, growth, and exploration that define a Headwaters education.

Because of you, students are discovering their courage, following their curiosity, and shaping their own paths. We're so grateful you're part of this journey.

How to Give

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  • Online one time or recurring

    Every gift, regardless of size, makes a difference. You can give now online, anytime! in the form on this very page. 

    One-Time Gifts – Every gift counts and makes an immediate difference. Your generosity ensures we can continue to provide the experiences that make our school extraordinary.

    Recurring Monthly Gifts – Your steady support helps us plan confidently and sustain programs all year long.
    • $15/month or more – receive our exclusive Hawk and Rose t-shirt

    • $100/month or more – shirts for the whole family (up to five!)

  • By Mail

    Headwaters School
    Attn: Development Office
    801 Rio Grande St.
    Austin, TX  78701

  • By Phone

    Please call the Development Office at 512-623-5419

  • Matching Gifts

    Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees. 

    If your company is eligible, please review the terms of your organization's matching gift policy. The impact of your gift to Headwaters School may be doubled or possibly tripled! Some companies match gifts made by retirees and/or spouses. 

    Here is a list of common matching companies in Austin.

  • Donor Advised Funds (DAFs), Planned Giving, Giving with Stock, or IRA Transfers

    Reach out to the Development Office today! Headwaters School’s Tax ID # is 74-3020203.

  • In Kind and Other Gifts

    In-kind donors are encouraged to complete the in-kind donation form here to receive a letter and have their contribution accounted for. If you have questions about other types of donations, please contact the Development Office or call 512-623-5419.

  • Volunteer

    We consider every Headwaters parent to be a member of our Parent Volunteer Community (PVC), and we have many opportunities throughout the year to help the school in big and small ways.

  • Shop & Support Headwaters School

    There are many different ways to raise money for Headwaters in your day-to-day activities. This can be a powerful tool if enough people participate. Headwaters currently participates in several programs that bring money back to the school.
    Click here to Shop & Support!

Contact Information

For more information or if you have questions, please contact the Development Team:

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Development News

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  • Giving Tuesday is Coming! What's YOUR Why?

    Every day, our students explore, question, and grow—discovering who they are and what they can achieve. This is what your generosity fuels at Headwaters.
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  • Everything you need to know for Saturday's Fall Fest

    We’re just two days away from our annual community celebration, Fall Fest 2025, and we can’t wait to welcome you! This note contains all the final details you need—feel free to share it with families, friends, alumni, and neighbors who are attending! We also wanted to note that while the forecast looks like much-needed rain Friday overnight, we hope that it will pass by Saturday morning with cooler temps. This event is rain or shine!
     
    This is our only fundraising event of the year, and every dollar raised goes directly to the Headwaters Annual Fund—supporting our guides, programs, financial aid, and all that makes Headwaters extraordinary. 
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  • Fall Fest Silent Auction - Tons of student art!

    This year we're featuring a silent auction that is packed with art from some of our very talented photography students.
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As a 501(c)3 non-profit school, Headwaters School does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local law in its admissions, financial aid, hiring, or board membership processes.