FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can I get involved in the Foundation?
The Foundation for Education welcomes and depends on the involvement of the Del Mar Pines community. Volunteers are sought as specific efforts and events are planned.

How can I contribute to the Foundation for Education?
The Foundation welcomes individual donations anytime. Please contact a Foundation representative at (858) 435-0755 or click on Donate to learn more. The Foundation also organizes regular giving opportunities for the school community.

Why create the Del Mar Pines Foundation for Education?
The Foundation supports aspects of the educational experience at Del Par Pines School not covered by tuition dollars. Additionally, the Foundation's 501(c)3 non-profit status offers the benefit of tax deductibility to donors.

Is the Foundation part of the Del Mar Pines School?
The Foundation for Education is an independent legal entity incorporated in the State of California and recognized as a public charity by the Internal Revenue Service. The Foundation seeks input from the Del Mar Pines School when establishing priorities.

Will my gift make a difference?
Gifts to the Foundation make an immediate and tangible difference to students. In 2009 and 2010, the Foundation is sponsoring a portion of the Del Mar Pines technology initiative, an initiative intended to expand educational opportunities for all DMP students, allowing them to use advanced technology to discover, explore and communicate.

Who gives to the Foundation for Education?
Families and friends of Del Mar Pines School contribute to the Foundation for Education. Broad participation by the school community is valued.

Who benefits from the Foundation for Education?
The current and future students at Del Mar Pines School benefit from contributions to the Foundation for Education. As students leave Del Mar Pines, those benefits are carried forward to the broader community.