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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
Planned Giving
$3,525 provides our parents with a month of crucial education and counseling
Other ways to give.
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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 to Mainspring do?
Diapers for a Mainspring family that is facing financial challenges.
Three healthy meals, made in our kitchen, daily for each student.
Creative science experiment for 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?
Contact our Director of Development at philanthropy@mainspringschools.org if you need any help.
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