• Hall of Fame Gifts – $100,000 +
• MVP Gifts  – $50,000 – $99,999
• All Star Gifts – $10,000 – $49,999
• Varsity Gifts – Under $10,000

Naming opportunities are available at higher levels.

Sports in Santa Monica have historically been something families have to pay for out of pocket and outside of school. However all roads lead to Samohi, where the robust sports programs are open to all, but funded in part by booster clubs and fundraisers. The Ed Foundation’s Athletic Endowment aims to change that forever, bringing sports to children in every Santa Monica public school student no matter the school, grade, or socioeconomic standing.

An endowment is an invested fund comprised of donations. Each year, interest from the fund pays for endowment goals. Earnings from this endowment will fund athletic personnel, equipment, uniforms, transportation and more for student athletes.The principle of the endowment remains intact forever. Funds must be invested for one year before accrued earnings can be withdrawn to pay for needs.

Studies have found that participation can lead to lower anxiety and depression rates, higher self-esteem, higher levels of academic achievement and improved life skills, such as teamwork, personal responsibility, and an improved work ethic. Outside of personal benefits to the athletes, school sports bring an added benefit to the educational landscape, with increased community opportunities, school pride, and shared in-person experiences, all of which can enhance the lives of all our students.

Our goal is to provide both immediate and long-term, sustainable support for athletics programs in all Santa Monica public schools. When someone makes a gift to the For Athletics Campaign, 20% of the gift will go to fund current athletic needs at our middle and high schools, and 80% will go to our new Athletic Endowment. This way, you are supporting students today, and also building permanent support for students into the future.