Endowment Giving

Ensuring Access to Waldorf Education for All

How do we make sure that Waldorf education stays within reach? Endowment giving is a vital way to ensure that our doors remain open to diverse members of our community.

Launched in 2023, our endowment has grown significantly thanks to the generosity of our donors. We are committed to strategically growing our Endowment Funds to create a sustainable financial future. The Endowment Committee oversees the preservation of these funds and reinvest annual profits to provide enriching programs and opportunities at the school.

Ways to Contribute to the Endowment:

  • Make a One-Time Donation

  • Donate Monthly

  • Legacy Giving

Legacy Giving

Create a Lasting Impact at Vancouver Waldorf School

By planning a legacy gift, you are making a meaningful future gift that will support the Waldorf community for generations. Legacy giving allows you to celebrate your values while ensuring that both current and future students benefit from a high-quality Waldorf education.

Contact Brock Sheppard, Philanthropy Officer, at philanthropy@vws.ca to learn more about planning for legacy giving.

Building Your Legacy at VWS

Many people consider how they will be remembered. While the way we live each day defines our legacy, managing assets thoughtfully ensures that this legacy extends beyond our time.

What Is a Legacy Gift?

A legacy gift, or planned gift, is a commitment made now to provide future support to the school. This type of gift allows you to make a lasting difference with the flexibility to designate a specific sum, asset, or residual portion of your estate. It can also help offset taxes.

Why Make a Legacy Gift?

The most compelling reason for making a legacy gift is the knowledge that your contribution will continue to make a difference long after you have passed, supporting a cause you care deeply about.

How Your Legacy Gift Will Be Used

Unless specified otherwise, legacy gifts are added to the Vancouver Waldorf School’s endowment, where capital preservation is prioritized. Your contribution will support the school in perpetuity, upholding your memory, philanthropic wishes, and experiences with VWS.