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A gift to the ECS Foundation is a gift to your community.

The Environmental Charter School District (ECS) serves students from 40+ zip codes in the Pittsburgh region, and celebrates a diverse and eclectic population that joins together to create positive change for the planet. The ECS Foundation provides access and opportunity to students and educators, and supports the push for sustainability and innovation in public schools around the region.

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The ECS Annual Fund

The ECS Annual Fund bridges opportunities for students and faculty to have experiential learning experiences, expand access to the outdoors, and develop an ecological mindset that illuminates the connections between sustainability and social justice

The Growing Up Fund

A long-term investment aimed at enhancing campus facilities and developing an endowment to address climate change and air quality challenges. Your contribution to the Growing Up Fund solidifies our commitment to "greening" urban facilities and reducing the district's carbon footprint.

Senior Class Fund for Professional Transformation

 In honor of our graduating class, parents, caregivers,  families, and friends of graduating seniors are encouraged to make a senior class gift in honor of our faculty and staff to the Senior Class Fund for Professional Transformation.

Healthy People for the Planet Fund

Dedicated to building a sustainable, accessible, and innovative athletic program for ECS K-12. By supporting this fund, you help create a sports program that empowers students physically, mentally, and socially, integrating coaching with our teaching culture to transcend traditional limitations.

Become an ECS Foundation Corporate Sponsor

We invite businesses, companies, and other partner organizations to become corporate sponsors. As a corporate sponsor, you’ll be part of a like-minded network of leaders and businesses investing in our community.

Multiple levels of sponsorship are available. Reach out to an ECS Foundation representative to schedule a time to discuss the benefits of a gift.

Matching Gifts

Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees. Some companies even match gifts made by retirees and/or spouses.

To find out if your company has a matching gift policy, check with your HR representative or benefits coordinator —it is a great opportunity to stretch your gift!