Support our Girls

        Photo by Virginia Sutherland

As a single-gender school in Massachusetts, OSS is ineligible for state funding or charter status and relies solely on donations and grants to support our mission of inspiring economically disadvantaged girls. We thank our generous friends who make it possible for OSS to provide an extraordinary, tuition-free education to our students. Your partnership in every way is an integral part of our success – every gift, large or small, makes a difference.

We invite you to visit OSS and learn first-hand about the important work that goes on here daily. Our students will give you a tour, and you will learn about OSS through their eyes in this joyous and positive learning environment.

Your Gift in Action

Every student receives a full scholarship to cover the cost of her education at OSS. Through the annual appeal and other fundraising efforts, we seek to raise funds to cover our operating expenses for:

  • A transformative experience for our students;

  • An enriching and ever-evolving academic program;

  • Salaries and benefits for our dedicated faculty and staff;

  • School life on- and off-campus;

  • Campus and classroom maintenance.

Ways to Help

  • Make a gift online

  • Send a check to Our Sisters’ School, 145 Brownell Ave., New Bedford, MA 02740.

  • Recurring Gift — Make a contribution by setting a fixed amount to be sent to OSS every month. Every gift is important, no matter the size.

  • Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) — To support non-profits aligned with your values and priorities, you can recommend a grant from your DAF for OSS; please consult your advisor.

  • Make a pledge with your intention to contribute funds at a future date and/or for several years. Click here

  • Give securities — we welcome gifts of securities; please contact Georgie Goulding for details and instructions.

  • Give through an IRA — a gift from an IRA can be a Qualified Charitable Distribution; please consult your adviser.

  • Matching Gifts — many companies match or double their employees’ charitable contributions. Please check with your employer to see if you can maximize the value of your gift to OSS.

  • Funding Opportunities — underwrite specific initiatives to support OSS. This list underscores the vitality and academic rigor of our educational program all year long.

  • Amazon Wish List

    • Check out our Wish List on Amazon for specific items you can buy for OSS.

    • Donate books by visiting Amazon to see what titles students and teachers have requested for our Reading Wish List.

  • In-Kind Gifts — if you are upgrading your home or office furniture or replacing a reliable laptop please contact us to see if we can use your items. Most in-kind gifts qualify for a charitable donation.

Please contact Georgie Goulding, Director of Advancement, to discuss how you can help OSS, ggoulding@oursistersschool.org or 508.994.1255.

Every gift, large or small, is important. THANK YOU for supporting our students.

OSS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. All contributions are tax-deductible as permitted by law.

Volunteer

OSS is fortunate to have the wisdom and knowledge of over 140 consistent volunteers yearly. Become an active member of our community by sharing your talents.