GIVING

With your gift, LJCDS students achieve greatness

For 100 years, philanthropy has shaped La Jolla Country Day School and fueled excellence in teaching and learning. We invite you to explore how you can be part of this legacy.

MAKE A GIFT

Your gift sparks a lifetime of curiosity, growth, and purpose.

GIVE NOW

WAYS TO GIVE

Explore the right giving method for you and your goals.

EXPLORE WAYS TO GIVE

RECOGNITION

LJCDS is powered by donors who drive lasting impact.

LEADERSHIP GIVING
I give back to Country Day first and foremost as an acknowledgment that the school had a meaningful effect on shaping the trajectory of my life and the person I’ve become.

Noah Blake,
Class of 1989

Participation

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  • 1,062

    Donors
  • $3,280,525

    Total Contributions, Supporting All Areas
  • $4,390

    Average Parent Gift
  • 75%

    Employee Giving

FUNDING PRIORITIES

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  • The Hub for Human Impact

    La Jolla Country Day School is thrilled to announce our newest academic and institutional initiative: The Hub for Human Impact, a three-story, 20,000-square-foot addition to the heart of campus.
  • Country Day Annual Fund

    Greatest need dollars support virtually every area of LJCDS and every member of our community is encouraged to contribute and renew a meaningful gift each school year.
  • Blue Bash

    LJCDS’ signature fundraising gala raises money for financial assistance, professional development, campus projects and Parents Association activities. 
  • Tuition Assistance

    Gifts to tuition assistance help enroll talented, motivated students of strong character, regardless of their ability to pay, creating a diverse and enriching learning environment.

Meet the Team

List of 8 members.

  • Photo of Geordie Mitchell

    Geordie Mitchell 

    Assistant Head of School for Institutional Advancement
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  • Photo of Lindsay McCreary

    Lindsay McCreary 

    Director of Philanthropy
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  • Photo of Lilli-Mari Andresen

    Lilli-Mari Andresen 

    Major Gifts Officer
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  • Photo of Katelyn Sigeti '06

    Katelyn Sigeti '06 

    Philanthropy Manager, Alumni Programs
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  • Photo of Ryan Isaac

    Ryan Isaac 

    Leadership Gifts Officer
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  • Photo of Amy Schwager

    Amy Schwager 

    Annual Giving Manager
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  • Photo of Shannon Merrill

    Shannon Merrill 

    Philanthropy Manager, Operations
    (858) 453-3440 x157
  • Photo of Joslynn Burkett '01

    Joslynn Burkett '01 

    Philanthropy Assistant
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La Jolla Country Day School is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, tax ID# 95-1875978. Donations to the school are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.

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9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-453-3440

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