At GIS, every contribution strengthens our commitment to academic excellence, language immersion, and the development of globally minded students. Your support helps us expand programs, provide financial aid, and maintain the high quality, inclusive learning environment our community knows and values.

Together, we’re not just funding a school - we’re building futures.

What your Gift Makes Possible

Your support allows us to:

  • Expand access to language immersion through financial aid

  • Sustain small class sizes and individualized instruction

  • Enrich our IB Curriculum with hands on science, art, and cultural experiences

  • Maintain safe, inspiriting classrooms and outdoor learning spaces

  • Support teacher development and innovation in the classroom

  • Build partnerships that reflect our commitment to global citizenship

    Whether you’re a current or past parent, grandparent, alum, staff member or community member - your contribution matters.

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The German International School is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. GIS’s FEIN is 93-1178397.

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Ways To Give

  • An endowment to GIS helps ensure long-term financial stability by generating reliable income for key priorities like financial aid, faculty development, and program enhancements. Growing our endowment means we can plan for the future with confidence, preserving access, quality, and innovation for generations to come.

  • A simple way to increase the impact of your gift to GIS, at no additional cost to you. Many employers offer matching gift programs that double or even triple charitable contributions made by their employees. If your company participates, you can submit a request through your HR or benefits department. It’s an easy way to amplify your support and help us extend the reach of language immersion, global education, and community impact.

  • in-kind donations are non-cash gifts of goods or services that directly support GIS programs, operations or events. These can include items like classroom supplies, equipment, professional services, or event sponsorship materials. In-kind contributions help offset costs and enhance the experiences we’re able to offer students and staff, making these gifts a valuable part of our giving community. If you’re interested in making an in-kind donation, we’d love to hear from you.