The Annual Fund for Excellence (FFE) was established to help bridge the ongoing gap between the school’s operational costs and revenue and the availability of immediate, unrestricted funds for learning opportunities that are not covered by tuition fees alone.

The Annual Fund for Excellence supports our unique pedagogical model, a combination of language immersion and inquiry-based learning. These funds are used to enhance our curriculum and student experience with field trips, experiential learning experiences, and workshops through which our students’ studies come alive; help provide faculty professional development opportunities in which our dedicated educators hone their crafts and remain up-to-date on the latest developments in their fields; enhancements to our facilities, classroom resources, and technology, and so much more. 

Tuition alone does not cover the full cost of a student’s education at ISB. About 91% of the school’s revenue is generated from tuition. The remaining 9% is derived from after school and summer program fees and state funding (approximately 7%) and the Fund for Excellence (approximately 2%). Why wouldn’t raising tuition solve the problem? ISB is fully committed to socioeconomic diversity. While increases in tuition are unavoidable, they restrict access and diminish the education experience for all. 

No. ISB’s robust tuition assistance program has been a core aspect of our school’s mission and culture since the school’s founding. It is important to note that while one third of ISB families receive tuition assistance, and 19% of the budget is allocated for this purpose, the Fund for Excellence is not utilized for tuition assistance.

ISB is fully committed to enrolling students from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds. ISB is fully committed to socioeconomic diversity. While increases in tuition are unavoidable, they restrict access in a way that limits the multifaceted diversity that is central to our community.

Absolutely! We strive for 100% participation as a demonstration of our shared dedication to ISB’s mission. Participation levels are a key barometer for external funders when considering grants and gifts to the school. Every gift — no matter the amount — contributes to the exceptional education that each student receives at ISB.

Donation amounts can vary widely depending on the financial capacity of the donor. We encourage everyone to contribute a gift that is meaningful to them, whether that’s $50 or $50,000.

Yes! 100% of your gift is tax deductible. International School of Brooklyn is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, and your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our federal tax identification number is 13-4303389.

More questions? Contact the Advancement Office at advancement@isbrooklyn.org.