“The Museum School is different. Our school is where innovation and a cutting-edge model are nestled against an inviting school culture and a welcoming school community. It’s a school where challenging goals are set and exceeded and kids’ dreams are developed and fostered.”

– Dr. Katherine Kelbaugh, Executive Director

2024-2025 School Year Funded Projects

Over $8,000 in Teacher Mini-Grants

$50,000 to help start TMS’s CREW after school program

Over $45,000 in Boosterthon Fun Run Revenue for the Outdoor Classroom Refresh

$50,000 toward our EDI Initiatives, including Erin’s Closet, professional development, and family engagement

$16,000 towards their general budget

Over $22,600 in Staff Appreciation 

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Why a Foundation?

The Museum School Foundation exists to fund special projects and capital improvements for The Museum School of Avondale Estates.

Who Are We?
The Museum School Foundation is a 501(c)(3) governed by a volunteer board of directors. The Foundation Board works closely with The Museum School Governing Board to identify needs and priorities. The Museum School Foundation was formed in 2011 to raise the needed capital to fund our growth.  All donations to The Museum School Foundation are 100% tax deductible.

How are we funded?

  • Grants
  • Our community – parents, grandparents, community members
    • 75% family participation rate in 18/19 school year
    • 90% overall parent participation rate for Media Center Campaign

Past Projects:

  • $5 million renovation of current elementary and middle school buildings, including the construction of the middle school bridge and the current playground and landscaping
  • $2 million construction of media center

We Need Your Help!

Volunteers – grant writers, database administrators, events
Financial support – One-time donation or recurring gift

  • Recurring gifts add up! From Kindergarten through 8th grade at TMS you could give:
    • $10/month over 9 years = $1,080 gift
    • $20/month over 9 years = $2,160 gift
    • $50/month over 9 years = $5,400 gift
    • $100/month over 9 years = $10,800 gift
  • Email [email protected] for questions or to volunteer
  • Mail checks to The Museum School Foundation 923 Forrest Boulevard Decatur, GA 30030
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The Museum School Foundation is a non-profit organization pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. Your donation to the Foundation may qualify for an income tax deduction in accordance with Federal and/or State income tax laws. Please consult with your tax advisor to determine whether your donation is tax deductible in whole or in part.

Contact The Museum School Foundation:

[email protected]

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