Founder's Day for Scholars Giving Day 2026

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This campaign ended on April 17, 2026, but you can still make a gift to Sidwell Friends School by clicking here!
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πŸŽ‰ We Did It! Founder’s Day for Scholars Raised Over $850,000!! πŸŽ‰

Together, we did something remarkable — we exceeded our goal and raised over $850,000 for financial aid! THANK YOU so much for your amazing support! Your generosity enables us to continue to offer one of the most generous financial aid programs in the Washington DC area, empowering our students and enriching our community.

To view our photo gallery and relive the moments from our celebration event, please click here. It was an incredible evening of connection, and your energy provided the perfect spark for this year’s success. We are so grateful for our wonderful community.

Missed the deadline? It’s never too late to make an impact. If you missed our emails but still wish to support our scholars, you can always make a gift to The Sidwell Friends Fund and designate your gift to financial aid. Your support keeps our community strong, diverse, and vibrant all year long.

50 days ago by Rebecca Sproul-Gushue
A special message from the Bralove Family!


"Sidwell's been an amazing experience for me and for my family." — Mara Bralove ’89, P β€˜26, β€˜29 πŸ’«

The Bralove family—Steve ’60, P '89, '92, GP '23, '26, '29, Mara ’89, P β€˜26, β€˜29, and Brooke ’92, P β€˜23, β€˜26—know firsthand how special the Sidwell Friends community is. 🍎 Join them with a gift today!

51 days ago by Rebecca Sproul-Gushue
⚑️Surprise $10,000 Challenge! ⚑️

A new Matching Challenge Gift from an anonymous donor has just arrived!!! 

Every gift that comes in by midnight tonight will be matched, up to $10,000! Make your gift now to double your impact!

51 days ago by Rebecca Sproul-Gushue
"Touchdown, financial aid!" 🏈 πŸ™Œ β€” George York P ’28, ’31


George York is bringing that game-day spirit to Founder’s Day for Scholars! Today, our parent community is huddling up to support financial aid and ensure every student has the chance to thrive at Sidwell Friends.

Let’s get this win for our scholars! Join George and the rest of the Sidwell community in making an impact today. Go Quakers!



51 days ago by Rebecca Sproul-Gushue
About

Founder's Day for Scholars Giving Day is our annual fundraiser to support financial aid. This annual tradition encourages our community to continue its support of a financial aid program that is one of the most generous in the Washington D.C. area.

Today, nearly one-quarter of Sidwell families receive financial aid, and this would not be possible without your annual support. Last year, the School awarded more than $10 million in aid, ensuring that deserving students can take part fully in the life of the School and pursue their full potential.

Our goal this year is $675,000, and every gift helps us get there. Thank you for your support of financial aid at Sidwell Friends!

Check out our FAQ's page for answers to common questions or assistance with making your gift.

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