Our mission: Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students, through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem solvers who bring their best to the world.

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Support Dawson

At Dawson we have a strong tradition of philanthropy dating back to the beginning of the school. The equally strong culture of giving has made the difference between a good school and a great school.

Charitable giving is critical to Dawson’s success. We rely on the generosity of alumni, parents, parents of alumni, grandparents, faculty and staff, corporations, and foundations to meet our financial goals and enhance the Dawson experience.

The Dawson Fund, Dawson Endowment, and Planned Giving are ways you can support the school with a gift. We encourage you to explore this site and learn how you can invest in the lives of Dawson students.

Why Give?

The blend of academic excellence, intimate classes, extensive co-curricular opportunities, beautiful campus, safe environment, character education, and leadership development make Dawson an exceptional value.

But it’s the meaningful and authentic relationships between students and teachers that inspire learning and make Dawson unique. These relationships develop from the genuine commitment of faculty and staff to know all students and their heartfelt desire to support students in realizing their dreams and finding their way in the world.

Why I Give

Aweida Family

“I support the Annual Fund as well as the Endowment Fund because I believe in Dawson’s mission of offering a supportive environment for kids, as well as an excellent academic program. My son, Nathan ( ’99,) and my two granddaughters, Analiese (’12) and Leah Ross (’16), thrived in this environment, developing self-assurance, independence and leadership. They’ve found their Dawson teachers sensitive and open-hearted people with whom they have felt at ease and at home.” - Maria Aweida
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Shams Family

Maziar, Susy, David (’01), Alexandra (’08), Christiana (’10), Nina (’15), and Jack (’18) Shams are a Dawson family through and through! Maziar and Susy have supported Dawson since their first child started at the school in 1999.
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Wolf Family

Former Dawson parents Tim and Mary Wolf (DC ‘06 and Stevie ’09) graciously initiated a scholarship in 2008 to encourage experiences beyond a faculty or student’s comfort zone, beyond one’s geography and beyond routines where one spends the majority of our time and focus.
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FUNDRAISING EVENTS

Dawson hosts fundraising events that are fun and create a sense of community, all while supporting Dawson. After making an Annual Fund commitment, we hope that you will also consider joining us at these annual events:

Farm to Table Party:

Imagine a magical evening with friends, enjoying exquisite food, including locally sourced food and premium wines and beer, watching the sun set from the beautiful Dawson campus. You are envisioning Dawson’s annual Farm To Table event held in the fall.

The Spring Auction:

This is the last Dawson community event of the year and packs a huge fundraising punch! While enjoying great food, drinks, music, and conversations, proceeds from the night’s admission ticket, as well as silent and live auction