Ways to Give

Every gift makes a difference for students and educators in Stillwater Area Public Schools. Whether you choose to make a one-time donation, become a monthly supporter, or plan for a future gift, your generosity helps create opportunities that enrich learning, inspire innovation, and strengthen our community for generations to come.

Tax ID (EIN): 20-3012418

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Send a Check

Checks can be made payable to:
The Partnership Plan

Mail To:
The Partnership Plan
1875 Greeley St S
Stillwater, MN 55082

The Power of Monthy

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The Power of Monthy ★

Monthly giving provides the dependable foundation that helps ensure innovative ideas, student needs, and unexpected opportunities never have to wait. Opt-in on the donation form.

Tributes

Teachers and school staff leave lasting impressions on the lives of students and families. A tribute gift is a meaningful way to celebrate a retirement, recognize an exceptional educator, or honor the memory of someone whose dedication helped shape our schools.

Dedicate a Donation

Employee Giving & Matching Gifts

Many employers invest in the communities where their employees live and work by matching charitable gifts or rewarding volunteer service. If you donate to The Partnership Plan or volunteer anywhere in Stillwater Area Public Schools, your employer may be able to amplify your impact through a matching gift or volunteer grant program.

Not sure if your employer participates? A quick conversation with your Human Resources or benefits team can often uncover matching gift or volunteer grant opportunities you didn't know were available.

Tax-Friendly Giving

  • Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)

    A donor-advised fund offers a flexible way to recommend charitable gifts while maximizing tax advantages. You can contribute when it's most beneficial for your tax planning, receive an immediate tax deduction if eligible, and recommend gifts to charities over time.

  • Stocks & Appreciated Assets

    Donating appreciated stocks or mutual funds directly to a nonprofit that you've held for more than one year may allow you to avoid capital gains taxes while claiming a charitable deduction for the fair market value, if you itemize your taxes.

  • Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)

    If you're age 70½ or older, you may be able to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution directly from your IRA. This tax-efficient option may reduce your taxable income while satisfying all or part of your Required Minimum Distribution, if applicable.

Legacy & Future Giving

You don't have to be wealthy—or even retired—to make a lasting impact. Many legacy gifts cost nothing today and can be created simply by including The Partnership Plan in your will or naming us as a beneficiary of a financial account you likely already have established.

A planned gift is an opportunity to invest in future generations of learning while creating a legacy that reflects your values today.

Popular Ways to Leave a Legacy

Bequest in Your Will or Trust

Include The Partnership Plan in your will or living trust with a specific amount, percentage, or residual gift.


Name The Partnership Plan as a Beneficiary

Many financial accounts allow you to name both individuals and nonprofit organizations as full or partial beneficiaries. It’s a simple way to leave a lasting impact via your:

  • Retirement accounts (IRA, 401k, 403b)

  • Life insurance policies

  • Donor-advised funds

  • Bank or brokerage accounts (where Transfer on Death designations are available)

Let’s Start the Conversation

Planning for the future is about more than finances—it's about ensuring your wishes are understood and the people and causes you care about are cared for.

Whether you're simply curious about legacy giving, updating an existing estate plan, or just beginning to think about the future, we'd be honored to have a conversation with you. There's never any pressure or obligation, and we're happy to answer questions or help you explore options that reflect your values.

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