Gifts to the District

The Board may accept on behalf of and for the District any bequest or gift of money or property or loan of property for a purpose the Board deems suitable, and to utilize such money or property for the designated purpose.

In general, the Board uses the following criteria to approve a Gift or Loan:

The use is consistent with the philosophy, goals, and policies of the District.
The source is acceptable to the District.
It can be utilized with present level of staffing.
It will not bring undesirable or hidden costs to the District.
It will not place restrictions on a school program.
It will be appropriate and beneficial to the best education of students.
It will conform to provisions of municipal, state, and federal law.

Read the full policy

Submit a Record of a Gift or Loan to the District

Gifts to the District

If you need help filling out this form or have questions, please contact:

J.D. Mitchell
515.268.6660 or joshua.mitchell@ames.k12.ia.us for assistance.
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Description of Gift or Loan*
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