Your donations support Mainspring Schools’ ability to give more low-income children, in Austin, a chance to succeed.

$100 gives a curious child one full year of fine arts instruction

$250 provides a year of training for a life-changing teacher

$500 gives an entire classroom a year of STEM materials

$1,475 covers the care of one student, age 0-2 years old

$3,525 provides our parents with a month of crucial education and counseling

Our mission is simple, and you can be part of it.

Donations help Mainspring Schools deliver the highest-quality early care and education to Austin’s most economically disadvantaged children—along with services so each child and family have tools for success.

You can help deliver the most forward-thinking early childhood education and family services in Texas to students from diverse backgrounds.

Did you know?

Whether through a one-time or recurring gift or a monthly donation, you will—quite literally—make a child's day. By donating, you can ensure that Mainspring Schools has the resources to be there for children, families, and teachers every single day, all year round.

What does a donation mean for Mainspring?

Diapers for a Mainspring family that is financial challenges.

Three healthy meals, made in our kitchen, daily for each student.

Creative science experiment to a classroom of curious learners.

Check out our Annual Report to see how your donations make a difference!

Do you have a question or need assistance?

Check out our “Donation FAQs” or Contact our Director of Development at philanthropy@mainspringschools.org if you need any help.