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Our mission is to inspire young minds and cultivate compassionate leaders. Your support will help us continue to provide a rigorous academic program, innovative extracurricular activities, and a nurturing environment where students can thrive. Together, we can make a difference.
The Development Office would like to thank our donors for the support you give.
Who's is Giving to Maharishi?
Support comes from parents, alumni, faculty, staff, grandparents, board members, volunteers, friends, local businesses, and charitable foundations. Every contribution—large or small—strengthens our community.
Who Benefits?
The students benefit first and foremost. Their lives are enriched through greater access to education, activities, and resources. Families benefit by seeing their children grow into thoughtful, capable leaders. Donors benefit as well—whether through tax advantages, by modeling generosity for the next generation, or by simply experiencing the joy of giving.
Why is the Fundraising So Important?
At Maharishi School, tuition covers only part of the cost to educate each student. Your tax-deductible donation bridges this gap and ensures we can continue offering an exceptional education while keeping it accessible to more families.
How Can I Give?
You can give online using a credit card by clicking here, or by mailing a check to:
Maharishi School Development Office
804 Dr. Robert Keith Wallace Dr.
Fairfield, IA 52556
We accept all major credit cards.
Policy: While every effort is made to honor donor intent, Maharishi School may adjust fund allocations to best meet student needs. Only gifts made through these scholarship funds are tax-deductible. Direct tuition payments to specific students are not tax-deductible.
Where Does My Donation Go?
Your gift helps cover essential needs like teacher salaries, classroom materials, new programs, and all other operational costs through our Annual Fund. You can also give to the Scholarship Fund to support students who need financial support, or choose a Restricted Gift for a specific program or project that’s important to you.
To give to the Annual Fund, click below and select General Donation from the drop-down list provided.
To support the Scholarship Fund, simply click below and select “Day Student Scholarship Fund” or “Boarding Student Scholarship Fund” from the drop-down list provided.
To make a Restricted Gift, click below and select “Restricted” from the drop-down list provided.
Other Giving Options
In-Kind Donations: We gratefully accept goods or services for special projects.
Contact Trish Fenton at tfenton@maharishischool.org to discuss.
Endowment Fund: Gifts to the Endowment Fund support Maharishi School long into the future. The principal is invested, and only a portion of the income is used annually—for scholarships, faculty support, and future expansion.
Gifts of Securities & Legacy Giving: Appreciated securities can be donated for significant tax advantages. You may also include Maharishi School in your estate plans—through a bequest, insurance policy, real estate, or other legacy gift.
For more information, contact the Development Office at (641) 472-9400.
Thank You
Your generosity is vital. With your help, Maharishi School continues to grow as a center of academic excellence and Consciousness-Based education. Thank you for making a lasting impact.