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Friends of Montessori Foundation

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Your support of the Friends of Montessori Foundation (FOMF) is essential to maintaining the high-quality Montessori education at Montessori of the Rio Grande Charter School. Here’s how you can contribute to our Annual Fund and other school needs.

To learn about FOMF, how to become a member, or more about the Annual Enrichment Fund, contact the Foundation Executive Assistant at mrgcfoundation@gmail.com.

Why Donate?

Why Your Donation Matters

  • Low student-to-teacher ratios

  • Talented instructional staff

  • Enrichment programs like music and wellness

  • Increases our eligibility for additional funds through grants and other donor programs.

FAQs

  • Montessori of the Rio Grande Charter School strives to provide the best education to its students. Unfortunately, each year there is a budget shortfall between the funds provided by the state and the cost of running a Montessori program. Funds raised by the Friends of Montessori Foundation help close this gap and ensure that we keep talented Instructional Assistants and low student-to-teacher ratio. This ratio is essential to nurturing our students’ passion for learning. Any additional funds go toward providing a well-rounded curriculum, including music and wellness instruction.

  • The Foundation’s goal is to raise $100,000 per year.

  • Parents are asked to contribute $500 per student per year through the Annual Enrichment Fund (direct contributions, as well as United Way and Company Match Programs). If each parent contributed this way, the goal of $100,000 per year would be met.

  • Yes, because of the additional expense of providing a Montessori program, which requires a low student-to-teacher ratio, there is always a budget shortfall.

  • In addition to parent contributions, the Foundation strives to raises funds through local and federal grant programs, as well as other donors. These programs and donors look at the level of parent contribution as an indicator of support and commitment at the school. Hence, a goal of 100% participation increases access to additional funds.

  • Yes! The Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization registered under the IRS tax code. Therefore, donations made through FOMF are tax deductible if you are eligible to deduct. Some restrictions apply, such as no goods or services can be provided in exchange for contributions.

  • Yes! You can use the United Way of Central New Mexico and select Friends of Montessori Foundation (FOMF) as the recipient of your donation.

  • Yes! Click here to make your PayPal donation.

  • Understanding that some may find it challenging to contribute each year, the Foundation supplements this process with other fundraising activities. If this is the case for you, we encourage you to get in contact with the principal for ways you can help.