Greenwood School is recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization. ALL GIFTS ARE FULLY TAX-DEDUCTIBLE
Your support allows us to continue offering exceptional education to our community here at Greenwood School. These donations allow us to cultivate many areas of the school, which in turn allow our students to flourish. The funds support our extra-curricular activities, provide Greenwood Scholarship funding to families in need, support staff training, provide much-needed classroom equipment to assist students’ accommodations, and enhance our campus.
The cost of educating a Greenwood student is $21,466.53 a year. Tuition only covers a portion of what Greenwood offers to our students. Costs include:
Since 1985, Greenwood School has provided a specialized educational environment for students with learning differences. While we have operated at capacity on our current campus since 2000, the escalating demand for neurodivergent-specific mental health and guidance support has reached a critical point.
Greenwood School initiated a comprehensive $1.3 million capital campaign in January 2026 to fund the construction of a new campus facility. Thanks to exceptional community support, we achieved our fundraising milestone within six months. Construction is slated to commence this fall, beginning with an official groundbreaking ceremony.
Once completed, this new facility will transform our campus by delivering:
We are deeply grateful for your partnership as we build a stronger, more supportive environment for the neurodivergent community. We look forward to sharing our progress with you as we prepare to break ground in the fall.
Invests in student well-being by funding essential resources and staff training. This year, contributions helped launch student forums in middle and high school to support social-emotional growth. This fund also powers the Life After Greenwood college and career readiness program.
Keeps sports at Greenwood 100% free for all families. Contributions fund updated equipment and diverse athletic options. Team sports are deeply beneficial for all students—particularly those with learning differences like ADHD—by building physical fitness, coordination, and emotional resilience.
This fund ensures our outdoor learning environments remain modern, safe, and fully equipped to meet the evolving needs of our students. Investments support comprehensive professional development and specialized resources for faculty, empowering them to deliver a robust, experiential outdoor curriculum. Additionally, the fund provides for the ongoing stewardship and maintenance of our natural campuses, preserving vibrant, inspiring spaces that students utilize daily for academic and personal growth.
Cultivating the next generation of innovators, this fund directly supports the Greenwood School robotics program for middle and high school students. Contributions ensure our teams and classes have access to cutting-edge equipment and essential materials throughout the academic year. Through hands-on exploration, the robotics program equips students with critical thinking, spatial design, and advanced engineering skills vital for their future success.
All my close friends here today have their own stories like mine - stories of perseverance, endeavors, kindness, redemption, and change. We all fueled each other to make us who we are today. We all will put our own stars in the sky, I guarantee you that, but for now, we send one up for the story of Greenwood.
Support Local Students: Every student deserves a path to success. Greenwood School serves Jacksonville families by providing specialized support for students with learning differences. To ensure our doors remain open to all, our non-profit relies on charitable giving to power our scholarship fund. We are committed to the belief that a family’s financial circumstances should never stand in the way of a child’s education.
SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 3, 2026
Our annual gala event is a celebration of our year at Greenwood. The money raised supports our annual fund campaign. This fund provides flexible, general programming support that enhances daily classroom resources, upgrades academic curriculum, and fuels our after-school programs and student-led events.
SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 17, 2027
This past year, I have done hundreds of things that, years ago, I wouldn’t even think of doing. So believe me when I say: Greenwood changed my life, and I am forever grateful for the experiences I’ve had here.
Last year was nothing short of remarkable for Greenwood’s fundraising efforts. Thanks to your unwavering support, our total funds raised have soared, reaching $281,844.15, our Greenwood families’ contributions now represent an inspiring 72%, and our partnership with local businesses has grown to 65 business partners. Your trust and generosity inspire us, and we are grateful that you believe in our mission to transform the lives of our students through your donations.
Every dollar raised will have a meaningful impact on Greenwood School. It will support our ongoing commitment to educational excellence through small class sizes, differentiated instruction, and a multisensory approach to teaching and learning, emphasizing both academic and social-emotional development. Additionally, the funds will help enhance our campus, upgrade classroom resources, assist in constructing our dock, and expand the vibrant extracurricular activities that inspire our students.
Our scholarship fund has seen an incredible surge, rising from $18,846.59 in 2023-2024 to an outstanding $50,689.40 This increase empowers us to provide more scholarships to deserving students, giving them the invaluable opportunity to attend Greenwood and receive the education they deserve.
Thank you for supporting the mission of Greenwood school!
