The Epiphany Fund

The Epiphany Fund is our community’s annual investment in the people, programs, and experiences that make Epiphany extraordinary.

Like annual funds at all independent schools, the Epiphany Fund provides essential unrestricted operating support, helping fully fund a robust academic program and meet the needs of faculty and students. Each year, more than 90% of current families, along with grandparents, alumni, faculty and staff, and trustees, make a gift to the Epiphany Fund. Together, these gifts provide approximately 5% of the school’s annual operating budget.

Because Epiphany Fund gifts are unrestricted, they give school leadership the flexibility to respond to emerging needs, invest in new opportunities, and strengthen the student experience. 100% of Epiphany Fund support is directed to the current academic year.

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Epiphany School teacher working with a group of students

90%+

of current families give each year

of the school’s annual operating budget

100%

directed to the current academic year

Epiphany Fund Impact in Action

Every gift supports five essential priorities.

Academic Excellence & Student Growth

At Epiphany, students grow in intellect, empathy, and confidence through a well-rounded academic and social-emotional learning program. The Epiphany Fund supports the curriculum, teaching, and experiences that prepare students to thrive in school and beyond.

Student to teacher ratio 6:1

11 specialist teachers focused on STEM, outdoor education, music, drama, and movement, and more

Exceptional Faculty & Staff

Our faculty and staff know every child, nurture individual strengths, and inspire students to grow with confidence and purpose. The Epiphany Fund supports competitive compensation, professional development, and resources that help educators do their best work.

Over 3,057 professional development hours invested by faculty and staff annually

Happy Epiphany School kids on the playground

A Joyful Campus

From classrooms to play spaces, Epiphany’s campus is designed to support learning, connection, and joyful discovery. The Epiphany Fund helps maintain and enhance these spaces so students can learn, play, and grow every day.

27 classrooms across 5 buildings maintained and improved with support of the Epiphany Fund

Epiphany School students playing together in the classroom

Access & Belonging

Epiphany brings together students from across Seattle in a community where every child is known and valued for who they are. The Epiphany Fund supports financial aid and fosters a welcoming environment where diverse perspectives strengthen our community.

Avg. financial aid award: $34,318

Percentage of students receiving aid: 11%

Students from across 28 zip codes

42% of students identify as students of color

Epiphany School students working together in class

Emerging Operating Needs

Flexibility matters. The Epiphany Fund enables us to respond to emerging needs, invest in new opportunities, and strengthen the student experience. Because these gifts are unrestricted, they help school leaders act quickly when priorities arise.

100% of Epiphany Fund support is directed to the current academic year

Every gift matters.

Every contribution helps support every student, every day — whatever the size of the gift.

Give or pledge any time during the school year. An early pledge (by December 31) simply helps the school plan ahead, and any pledge can be paid over time, with full payment by May 31.

Epiphany Fund FAQs

Why does Epiphany School need the Epiphany Fund when parents already pay tuition?

Tuition revenue alone is not enough to sustain the quality of an Epiphany School education. In fact, tuition currently covers only 82% of the per student cost. Epiphany School relies primarily on the Epiphany Fund and our spring fundraising event to ensure we have the additional resources necessary to sustain our mission and vision and make critical investments responsive to present-moment needs. It is because of our community’s long history of philanthropy and generosity that we have no school debt, excellent facilities, and the highest quality teachers. These funds are the margin of excellence at Epiphany School.

Why not increase the tuition if it doesn’t cover all the costs?

As part of Epiphany School’s commitment to making a superior educational experience available to as many qualified students as possible, the school seeks to maintain an affordable tuition. Raising tuition to meet all costs would mean that many current and prospective families would be unable to send their children here.

If our family receives financial aid, will we be asked to contribute?

Yes. The entire Epiphany School community is asked to participate in the Epiphany Fund. Contributions of all sizes demonstrate community support for Epiphany School’s vision, mission, and values.

Why should we give to both Epiphany Fund and to the Spring Fundraiser (Auction or GATHER)?

We need both sources of revenue to sustain our mission and to support the operating budget. Our spring fundraising events support both financial aid and the operating budget at Epiphany School.

Is there a deadline to give or pledge?

No — you can give or pledge to the Epiphany Fund any time during the school year. Epiphany Fund contributions are spent in the current school year, so when families are able to pledge early (by December 31), it helps the school make more informed spending decisions, knowing the funds will follow. There is a deadline to pay your pledge, May 31, 2027. All gifts for the 2026–2027 Epiphany Fund must be made by June 30th.

Do we have to pay it all at once?

No. Even if you make a pledge now, you have until May 31st to pay in full. Payments may be made in installments—monthly, quarterly, or on an ad hoc basis—as long as the pledge is paid in full by May 31st.

How much should we give?

We hope that you consider Epiphany School as one of your top priorities for philanthropic support. We ask everyone in our community to participate, and to be as generous as they’re able—understanding that looks different for every family. Every contribution truly makes a difference. If you’re able to give at a leadership level, you can join others at the Leadership Circle level ($3,500+).

Do our company/organization’s matching gifts count toward our Epiphany Fund gift?

Yes! Matching gifts count toward your family’s Epiphany Fund contribution and are a wonderful way to leverage your gift. Visit our Matching Gifts page and use the search tool to see if your company will match your donation and to access the forms, guidelines, and instructions that you need to submit a matching gift. Matching gifts count toward our donor recognition categories!

How will my gift be acknowledged?

All Epiphany Fund donors will be listed in the Annual Report unless you request anonymity. Leadership donors ($3,500+) are honored at a yearly spring reception, recognizing the significant impact they have on Epiphany School in helping the school achieve its mission.

Gallery: Annual Fund Video Archive

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