The Decatur City Schools Foundation.

Making an impact on our children's education.

Ways to Donate

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Your contribution to Decatur City Schools Foundation supports innovative projects and special programs that provide our students with opportunities in the classroom that enhance their overall education. There are several ways to give to the Foundation:

Donate by Mail
Mail Checks to:
Decatur City Schools Foundation
P.O. Box 1224
Decatur, AL 35602

Memorials, Honorariums
Honor teachers, students, or a loved one by giving a gift to the Foundation in their name. An acknowledgment will be mailed to you and the honoree announcing your gift.

Securities
Gifts of securities are a great way to maximize your contribution to our local schools. For more information, send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 256-616-1734.

Planned Giving
Planned gifts are future donation commitments made by you today in your will. They range from simple agreements to complex trust arrangements and can include stock, property and other options. Some offer an income for life and they all provide income tax and estate tax benefits. For more information, send an email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 256-616-1734.

Matching Donations
Many of our local corporations have matching donation programs, which offer a great way to increase the impact of your contribution to the Foundation. Through a matching gift, donors can instantly double or even triple their contribution to support even more students and teachers in Decatur City Schools. If you are interested in making a matching donation to the Foundation:
  • Contact your Human Resources department or corporate foundation to make sure your company has a matching donation policy. There is usually a limit to the amount your employer will match each year (between $500–$3000 is typical). If your company has a matching donation program, find out what paperwork is required to make a matching donation.
  • Fill in the appropriate form(s) provided by your employer and submit them to your HR department or corporate foundation for processing.
  • Use the following address for Decatur City Schools Foundation: P.O. Box 1224, Decatur, AL 35602. Contact the Foundation if you need any assistance.