make a difference
We hope you will join our family of donors. There are many ways to support the Asheville City Schools Foundation. In addition to our annual campaign, you can also leave a legacy of supporting all students. Thank you for centering Asheville’s children in your philanthropic giving.
Donations may be made via cash, check, wire transfers, or online. Cash and Checks may be mailed to: Asheville City Schools Foundation PO Box 3196 Asheville, NC 28802. Please contact James Carter at james.carter@acsgmail.net or (828) 350-6174 to receive banking information for wire transfers.
Please note: Online donations are subject to PayPal transaction rates of 2.89% + 0.30 USD. For larger gifts, ACSF strongly encourages the use of wire transfers or checks to avoid online transaction fees.
Emergency Assistance Fund
This fund provides immediate resources for ACS students and families via their school social worker. Click the donate link above to support. For more information about the Emergency Assistance Fund, click here.
Matching Gifts
Matching gifts are an excellent way to add strength to your gift. Many large corporations have an employee matching gifts program where they will match your gift 1:1! Volunteer for ACSF or ACS? Some employers will even match volunteer hours with cash to the nonprofit! Ask your employer for more information.
Recurring online giving
Recurring Online Giving is a great option for you if you want to GIVE BIG one small monthly donation at a time. Tax acknowledgment receipts for recurring donations are mailed annually in January.
corporate & Event Sponsorships
Sponsorships are an excellent opportunity for your business to align your corporate philanthropy mission while supporting the success of students in Asheville City Schools. Please contact James Carter, Interim Director of Development, (828) 350-6174 or email at james.carter@acsgmail.net for more information on sponsor opportunities and benefits.
Leaving a Legacy
Memorial funds/honorariums
Memorial Funds/Honorariums - You can make a gift in honor or in memory of a special person or occasion. At your request, the Foundation will notify the appropriate person of your thoughtfulness and keep the amount of your gift confidential.
Please click here to view 2023 ACSF memorials
Asheville Promise Scholarship
In order to support the academic promise of our students, the Asheville City Schools Foundation administrates over $180,000 in scholarship awards each year to deserving Asheville High and SILSA students to continue their education. Learn more about scholarship giving here.
Distribution of Assets
You may provide for the eventual distribution of assets, such as real estate or life insurance policies, potentially gaining tax or financial benefits. You may also include the Asheville City Schools Foundation in your will or living trust. Please contact James Carter, Interim Director of Development, (828) 350-6174 or email at james.carter@acsgmail.net for more information. Click here to view our planned giving brochure.
IRA Required Minimum Distribution
If you are 70.5 years of age or older, you can make a gift to ACSF from your Individual Retirement Account! Your gift is free of federal income tax, counts toward your annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), and is excluded from your gross income. Click here to learn more!
Transfer of Stock
You may transfer shares of stock to the Asheville City Schools Foundation. Please contact James Carter, Interim Director of Development, (828) 350-6174 or email at james@acsf.org for ACSF’s HomeTrust Investment account information.
Charitable Gift Annuity
A Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) allows you to make a substantial gift and receive tax advantages now, and enjoy annual annuity payments and additional tax benefits for your lifetime. Click here to learn more about making a CGA through our partnership with The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina!
FAQs
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes. The Asheville City Schools Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization as determined by the Internal Revenue Service. Gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for more information.
What is your EIN Number?
58-1836982
for questions or more information, please contact:
James Carter
Interim Director of Development and Alumni Relations
828 - 348 - 6566
james.carter@acsgmail.net