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Thank you for your generous support of The Barstow School! Families choose Barstow for our innovative academics, varied extracurricular activities and inclusive community.
Alumni, families, faculty and friends of the school are part of a vibrant community that supports our mission "to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character." The Barstow Fund plays an important part in sustaining that mission.
Your generosity supports our ability to maintain small class sizes, attract and retain world-class teachers and create the innovative academic programs that make Barstow the area's top independent school.
Support
Gifts of every amount help us provide the area's most innovative independent school education, while also allowing us to improve our State Line campus and add programs and spaces that enhance each student's daily experience.
The Barstow Fund
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Jason Backstrom '03, Board Advancement Chair
"Thank you for your incredible generosity in 2024-2025 as we celebrated 140 years of excellence. As we enter this next chapter, there is still much to celebrate. Your support helps our well-rounded students thrive at Barstow and beyond.
Please join us
Tree Day
April 23, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Front Circle at The Barstow School
Rain date: Tuesday, April 28
One of Barstow’s most enduring traditions brings preschool students and senior lifers together to plant a tree, celebrating community while enhancing the beauty of our campus. Honor a loved one’s memory, commemorate a graduating class, or celebrate someone special with a gift that will enrich Barstow’s Front Circle and Senior Circle for generations to come.
Support Tree Day
Save the Date
The Green & White Gala returns
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Join us at Fiorella's Event Space, 9000 W 137th Street, Overland Park, Kan., for an evening that celebrates and supports The Barstow School. A formal invitation will be mailed in August. To learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Vice President Advancement
Siobhan McLaughlin Lesley,
or call 816-277-0433.
Coming Up
List of 2 events.
May
Class of 1966 Reunion
Oct
16
Green & White Gala
Fiorella's Event Space
Roots of Remembrance
Enhancing Outdoor Spaces for Our Community
Join us in supporting Roots of Remembrance: Enhancing Outdoor Spaces for Our Community.
Members of the Barstow community may honor loved ones by purchasing a bench, plaque or another meaningful item on campus with a personalized memorial. Roots of Remembrance also offers a unique way to celebrate milestone reunion years or special occasions.
Your generosity will leave a lasting impact by enriching our outdoor spaces, enhancing the beauty and function of our campus, and strengthening the Barstow community for generations to come. A limited number of plaques, benches and tables are available for dedication.
List of 5 items.
Plaque
Leave a thoughtful legacy by purchasing a personalized plaque for an existing bench or tree. Whether you are an alum, student, or cherished community member, this is a special way to honor your connection to Barstow.
Donation: $1,000
Special opportunities are available to faculty and staff. Please contact Dan McNickle at 816-277-0428.
Bench
Support community spaces by donating a six-foot bench and leaving a lasting legacy with a personalized plaque. These benches provide a place for reflection and relaxation, fostering community and connection.
Donation: $4,000
Picnic Table
Donate an octagon or hexagon picnic table with a personalized plaque to enhance communal gathering spots. Your generous gift will contribute to our campus's functionality and create inviting areas for gatherings, strengthening the sense of community that thrives on our campus.
Donation: $6,000
Lower School Playground Pavillion
Support our students by contributing to the early childhood playground pavilion. Honor a loved one by dedicating this safe and vibrant space for children to learn, play and grow for years. Your gift includes a personalized plaque to be displayed at the peak of the pavilion for all to see.
One available: SOLD
Other Opportunities
There are many meaningful and unique opportunities to support our campus, with options at various levels. We are proud to honor our donors and ensure their wishes are reflected in every contribution. Some areas we are currently hoping to enhance include:
Adding a
parking lot sidewalk
for safer student access to campus.
Replacing the existing
lower school playground
with a rubber surface.
Creating a full-court
sports court
in the southwest corner of the campus.
Replace decking and enhance the
Zen Garden
with outdoor seating.
To learn more, please call Dan McNickle at 816-277-0428.
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Ways to Give
List of 8 items.
Donate Online
Use our simple and secure
giving page
to give by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover.
Via Snail Mail
Send a check payable to
The Barstow School
11511 State Line Rd
Kansas City, MO 64114
Make a Pledge
Call Dan McNickle in the
Advancement Office
at
816-277-0428.
Matching Gift
Use an employer's
matching gift program
Corporate Sponsorship
Explore a variety of
opportunities
for corporate giving.
Donate Stocks & Securities
You may be eligible for a
charitable deduction
Planned Giving
Include Barstow in your
estate plans
Thank You
Thank you
for your generous support.
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Giving Levels
Mind Body Character Society
$100,000 and up
1884 Founders Society
$25,000 to $99,999
Mary Louise Barstow Society
$10,000 to $24,999
Ada K. Brann Society
$5,000 to $9,999
Barstow Society
$1,500 to $4,999
Knights Society
$500 to $1,499
Green and White Society
Up to $499
Armillary Society
5+ consecutive years of giving
FAQ
List of 4 frequently asked questions.
Why are gifts to The Barstow Fund important after I’ve already paid tuition?
Your tax-deductible gift helps make up the difference between tuition revenue and the actual cost of running the school. This is critical because tuition covers about 80% of the cost of educating a child at Barstow. Your gift supports the school’s ability to maintain small class sizes, retain world-class faculty and bolster the programs and traditions that define the Barstow experience.
How much should I give to The Barstow Fund?
All gifts of all sizes make a difference. We ask only that you make a gift that is meaningful to your family.
When do I need to make my gift?
You can make your gift whenever it’s right for your family. All gifts must be received on or before June 30 to be included in the current fiscal year.
Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes. One hundred percent of your gift to The Barstow Fund is tax deductible. The Barstow School is a nonprofit educational organization, a 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. A tax letter will be sent upon receiving your donation.
2024–2025 Impact Report
Advancement Office
List of 3 members.
Siobhan
McLaughlin Lesley
Vice President Advancement
(816) 277-0433
Dan
McNickle
Executive Director Summer Programs & Extended Care, Community Relations and Barstow Fund Manager
(816) 277-0428
Lauren
Kanan
15
Alumni Director and MS 6th Grade Girls Basketball A Team Coach
(816) 277-0414
With Your Support
List of 4 news stories.
Gala Raises $250,000 for Campus Safety & Security
Groundbreaking Marks Drive Forward
Tree Day Tradition Supports Campus Beauty
Barstow Receives Largest Gift in School History
The Barstow School
11511 State Line Road
Kansas City, MO 64114
admissions@barstowschool.org
Phone:
816-942-3255
List of 2 news stories.
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