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Patriot Nation: Where Connections Create Community

At Carrollwood Day School, philanthropy is woven into the fabric of our community, reflecting our shared commitment to providing exceptional opportunities for our students and faculty. This culture of giving enables us to enhance programs, expand resources, and foster innovation that directly benefits every Patriot. By supporting CDS, we ensure that our mission to prepare students to better the world continues to thrive, leaving a lasting impact for generations to come.

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Meet our
Advancement Team

Driven by a passion for philanthropy, our team is dedicated to fostering a culture of giving that supports and enhances the CDS experience. With a commitment to building meaningful relationships and advancing the school’s mission, we are here to partner with you in making a lasting impact on our students, faculty, and community.
Felicia Allard Smith, Chief Advancement Officer

Felicia Allard Smith, Chief Advancement Officer
Ashley Gerb, Director of Development

Ashley Gerb, Director of Development
Kathy Hinton-Scott, Assistant Director of Advancement

Kathy Hinton-Scott, Assistant Director of Advancement
Shelby Hoovler, Annual Giving Manager

Shelby Hoovler, Annual Giving Manager
Sharon Spencer, Special Events Coordinator

Sharon Spencer, Special Events Coordinator
Carli Mianne, Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Carli Mianne, Alumni Engagement Coordinator
Jessica Barfield, Advancement Coordinator

Jessica Barfield, Advancement Coordinator
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Patriot Fund at Carrollwood 

The Patriot Fund is Carrollwood Day School’s annual giving program that directly supports the people, programs, and experiences that make CDS exceptional. Contributions to the Patriot Fund enhance every aspect of the school, from academic innovation and faculty development to arts, athletics, and campus improvements.

This fund ensures that all students benefit from a world-class education while empowering the CDS community to thrive and grow together. Every gift makes a difference!

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Volunteerism & Philanthropy

Get Connected 

At Carrollwood Day School, we strive to make it easy for you and your family to connect with our vibrant community. Whether you’re volunteering at the Fall Festival, serving on the Gala committee, or contributing to our Day of Giving, your support helps uphold the CDS legacy of volunteerism and philanthropy.

As you walk through our campuses, the exceptional facilities and opportunities that enrich your child’s education each day stand as a testament to the generosity of those who came before. Each new family’s contributions toward our future inspire others to follow their lead, creating a lasting ripple effect.

Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure are essential to providing the high-quality educational experience our students deserve and sustaining our culture of giving and service. However you choose to support CDS, we are deeply grateful for your dedication.

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Volunteerism & Philanthropy

Get Connected 

At Carrollwood Day School, we strive to make it easy for you and your family to connect with our vibrant community. Whether you’re volunteering at the Fall Festival, serving on the Gala committee, or contributing to our Day of Giving, your support helps uphold the CDS legacy of volunteerism and philanthropy.

As you walk through our campuses, the exceptional facilities and opportunities that enrich your child’s education each day stand as a testament to the generosity of those who came before. Each new family’s contributions toward our future inspire others to follow their lead, creating a lasting ripple effect.

Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure are essential to providing the high-quality educational experience our students deserve and sustaining our culture of giving and service. However you choose to support CDS, we are deeply grateful for your dedication.

Discover why connections matter

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Volunteerism & Philanthropy

Get Connected 

At Carrollwood Day School, we strive to make it easy for you and your family to connect with our vibrant community. Whether you’re volunteering at the Fall Festival, serving on the Gala committee, or contributing to our Day of Giving, your support helps uphold the CDS legacy of volunteerism and philanthropy.

As you walk through our campuses, the exceptional facilities and opportunities that enrich your child’s education each day stand as a testament to the generosity of those who came before. Each new family’s contributions toward our future inspire others to follow their lead, creating a lasting ripple effect.

Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure are essential to providing the high-quality educational experience our students deserve and sustaining our culture of giving and service. However you choose to support CDS, we are deeply grateful for your dedication.

Discover why connections matter

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Volunteerism & Philanthropy

Get Connected 

At Carrollwood Day School, we strive to make it easy for you and your family to connect with our vibrant community. Whether you’re volunteering at the Fall Festival, serving on the Gala committee, or contributing to our Day of Giving, your support helps uphold the CDS legacy of volunteerism and philanthropy.

As you walk through our campuses, the exceptional facilities and opportunities that enrich your child’s education each day stand as a testament to the generosity of those who came before. Each new family’s contributions toward our future inspire others to follow their lead, creating a lasting ripple effect.

Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure are essential to providing the high-quality educational experience our students deserve and sustaining our culture of giving and service. However you choose to support CDS, we are deeply grateful for your dedication.

Discover why connections matter

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Fall Festival parents and students

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CDS Day of Giving

One Day, Big Impact 

Patriots around the world—alumni, students, parents, friends, neighbors, faculty, and staff— come together for CDS Day of Giving, a 24-hour online initiative to make Every Connection Count in Patriot Nation. Every dollar donation to Day of Giving goes directly to the Patriot Fund which supports academic and extracurricular programs, faculty and staff needs, facilities maintenance, and enhancements to the student experience.  

All of which, help us live our mission of creating entrepreneurial thinkers for a global society. Help move the mission of CDS forward by supporting Day of Giving.

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CDS Day of Giving

One Day, Big Impact 

Patriots around the world—alumni, students, parents, friends, neighbors, faculty, and staff— come together for CDS Day of Giving, a 24-hour online initiative to make Every Connection Count in Patriot Nation. Every dollar donation to Day of Giving goes directly to the Patriot Fund which supports academic and extracurricular programs, faculty and staff needs, facilities maintenance, and enhancements to the student experience.  

All of which, help us live our mission of creating entrepreneurial thinkers for a global society. Help move the mission of CDS forward by supporting Day of Giving.

Discover Day of Giving at CDS

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CDS Day of Giving

One Day, Big Impact 

Patriots around the world—alumni, students, parents, friends, neighbors, faculty, and staff— come together for CDS Day of Giving, a 24-hour online initiative to make Every Connection Count in Patriot Nation. Every dollar donation to Day of Giving goes directly to the Patriot Fund which supports academic and extracurricular programs, faculty and staff needs, facilities maintenance, and enhancements to the student experience.  

All of which, help us live our mission of creating entrepreneurial thinkers for a global society. Help move the mission of CDS forward by supporting Day of Giving.

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Ways to Give 

At Carrollwood Day School, there are many meaningful ways to support our mission. Contributions can be made through outright gifts, including cash or credit card donations, paid in full or through installments. You can also give through appreciated securities, real estate, or planned gifts, such as bequests or charitable trusts, which leave a lasting legacy. Many companies offer matching gift programs, doubling the impact of your donation. No matter the method, every gift helps enhance the educational experience for our students and strengthens the CDS community.

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Matching Gifts

Many companies support philanthropic donations by matching your gift dollar for dollar. To find out if your company has a matching gift policy, please click here and double your impact for CDS today.

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Outright Gifts

An outright gift is a direct contribution made to Carrollwood Day School, typically in the form of cash, check, or credit card. These gifts can be paid in full or through installments and provide immediate support to enhance programs, facilities, and opportunities for our students.

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Appreciated Securities

Maximize your yearly tax benefit by making CDS your non-profit of choice. Most people think of cash when they consider charitable contributions, but many donors find significant tax savings by donating gifts of appreciated securities.

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Real Estate

Real estate donations allow you to support Carrollwood Day School by gifting property, such as a home, land, or commercial building. These contributions can provide significant tax benefits while making a lasting impact on the school’s programs and facilities

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Planned Gifts

Planned gifts are a meaningful way to leave a lasting legacy at Carrollwood Day School. These contributions are arranged in advance and often made through wills, trusts, retirement accounts, or life insurance policies. Planned giving allows donors to align their philanthropic goals with their financial and estate plans, ensuring long-term support for the CDS community.

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Bequests

Bequests are a simple and impactful way to support Carrollwood Day School through your estate plans. By including CDS in your will or trust, you can designate a specific amount, asset, or percentage of your estate to benefit future generations of students. Bequests allow you to leave a lasting legacy while preserving your financial flexibility during your lifetime.

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Capital Giving

Building for Tomorrow: Investing in the Future of CDS.

Capital giving supports transformative projects that enhance Carrollwood Day School’s facilities and infrastructure, creating spaces that inspire learning, innovation, and community. These contributions provide a long-term impact, ensuring that CDS continues to thrive and meet the needs of current and future students.

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Every Gift Counts, Every Patriot Benefits

Together, we shape the future of Carrollwood Day School.

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