The RCEF is a 501(c) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please select from this list to learn more:

SEED Annual Fund

Donating to our SEED Annual fund is a key way for family and community members to support the work of the RCEF. Every gift, regardless of size, is important.

We accept on-line donations, or you can mail your check to us at:

RCEF
PO Box 3046
Redwood City, CA 94064

Click on a button below to make your gift on line through PayPal:

Make a one-time only gift
Start a monthly donation subscription
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Please click here to make your gift on line through Network for Good.

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Honoring Special Individuals

It is easy to make a donation to honor or remember a special individual.

For PayPal donations, use the area in PayPal labelled "Specify fund use" or send us a follow-up email. For Network for Good donations, complete the box labelled "Designation."

For mail-in donations, indicate the name of your honoree on your check or with a separate note. You can send your gift to:

RCEF
PO Box 3046
Redwood City, CA 94064

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Stocks

Donating stock to the RCEF is an easy and convenient way to help. Simply instruct your broker to transfer your shares directly to our account at Charles Schwab:

Redwood City Education Foundation
Account number: 7093-2974
Tax ID number: 94-2903141

To ensure that your transaction is properly acknowledged, please also contact us with this information:

— Date of your request
— Name of the stock
— Number of shares donated

We will provide all necessary tax documentation in a timely manner. If you have any questions regarding your stock donation, please email treasurer@rcef.org.

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Employer Matching

Many companies match employee donations. Check with your Human Resources department to sign up with your company’s program.

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Give As You Shop Online

We are affiliated with such online merchants as Amazon and iTunes. Shop from our portal and we receive an automatic contribution. Start shopping!

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eScrip

Sign up for eScrip and designate the RCEF as one of your three beneficiaries. Click here to go to eScrip now!

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Corporation and Foundation Support

The RCEF has formed partnerships with some of our area's major corporations and foundations. We count Oracle, the Westly Foundation, Electronic Arts, and the Port of Redwood City as some of our supporters over the years.

View our GuideStar Information Form.

To learn more about making a contribution or grant to the RCEF, please contact us at info@rcef.org or (650) 568-0233.

To see our major supporters from our last fiscal year, please visit Our Supporters.

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Local Business Partnerships

The RCEF is committed to providing local companies with opportunities to help our schools while taking advantage of unique business opportunities.

Local Business Program

Make an annual contribution to the RCEF and have your business promoted in RCEF materials. We also accept in-kind donations that support our fund-raising activities and operations.Learn more about the Local Business Program .

Give as You Shop Program

Make a contribution to the RCEF based on purchases made by our supporters and have your business promoted in RCEF materials. Learn more about Give as You Shop .

Please contact us at (650)568-0233 or info@rcef.org if you would like to partner with us.

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Benefit for a Brighter Future

The Benefit for a Brighter Future is our premiere annual fundraising event. In past years, the Benefit for a Brighter Future has contributed close to 30% of our revenues. Underwriting by sponsors ensures that 100% of the proceeds goes to support our students. We welcome volunteers and sponsors. Learn more about the Benefit for a Brighter Future.

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