Giving
As a non-profit organization, we rely on the incredible generosity of our donors and volunteers to help us bring essential science education and critical thinking skills to all children. From volunteering to help with a project to taking part in one of our donor programs, we offer a variety of ways to help sustain Keystone Science School.
Help Color the Future of KSS with a donation or pledge.
Watch a recap of our entire year in the 2022 Year in Review.
Read the impact of Summer Camp 2022 at KSS in our Camp Final Report.
Read the impact of our Summit Day Camp program in our 2022 Summit Day Camp Final Report.
Read the summary of last year's impact in the 2021 Annual Report.
Make a Donation
Joining our mission through making a donation or pledge unites us in the mission to inspire curiosity and critical thinking through the lens of science to change lives and strengthen communities. Click here to make a gift to KSS!
Catalyst Program
Designed especially for donors who contribute $1,000 or more annually, this membership program invites you to be an agent of change at KSS. Attend private events and get an unparalleled opportunity to experience that change in action. For more information please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Executive Director.
Make a Pledge
You can make a pledge in two ways.
Option 1: Please fill out our Pledge Form (PDF) and either mail to the address above or email it to Kristin Williams at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Option 2: Please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., to email your pledge to Kristin. Be sure to include the following information in your email: your gift amount, the way you intend to give your gift (check, wire transfer, other) and how you would like your gift to support Keystone Science School (General Fund, KSS Scholarship Fund, etc).
If you need wiring information please contact our Development Director, Kristin Williams at 970-513-5833.
Donations throught the Mail
Mail a check to the address below. Please note your contribution designation on the note line of the check or in an attached letter.
Keystone Science School | Attn: Development | 1053 Soda Ridge Road | Keystone, CO 80435
Legacy Giving
KSS is grateful to receive gifts of any size in support of our mission and in honor of the legacy of our generous donors. An endowed fund to Keystone Science School was established through The Summit Foundation in 2015. There are many ways to support The Science School through Planned Giving from a planned gift through your IRA, a qualified retirement plan, or a bequest of a legacy gift through your will or trust.
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In-Kind Donations
Contributions of time, as well as gently used items, are always appreciated. Please visit our In-Kind Donations page for more information on goods or services KSS needs.
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Shop to Support
As you shop, contribute to the KSS mission by signing up for Amazon Smiles, City market Community Rewards, iGive, goodsearch, or goodshop. These wonderful businesses donate a portion of your purchases back to Keystone Science School!
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Sponsor a Program
We have several opportunities for sponosors at KSS across our summer camp, education programs and fundraising events. Our sponsors help insure quality programming for all of the campers, students, schools and teachers that we impact.
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Donate Gear
KSS is always in need of gear to offer to students and campers when they come to KSS for our outdoor programs.
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Give a Scholarship
Keystone Science School’s scholarship programs make it possible for every child to learn science outdoors, develop their critical thinking skill sets, and meet new friends. Our scholarship programs include Camperships and Schoolerships.
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Camperships
We believe every child deserves camp. Community-minded individuals and businesses commit scholarship funding to support our Campership programs for children ages 5 - 17. By sponsoring this financial aid program, you can help a child experience one of our camp programs.
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Schoolerships
Help send an entire classroom to one of our multi-day programs with a Schoolership! This unique program brings teachers and students together with our instructors for a customized and memorable academic experience.
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Scholarship Committee - Call for members!
Scholarship recipients are determined in collaboration with a Scholarship Committee. Our Scholarship Committee reviews all applications. Members are given detailed instructions to assist with their review of applications and the completion of a rubric that guides their recommendation of awards. KSS is currently seeking Scholarship Committee members to review applications to our summer programming.
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Become a Volunteer
Each Keystone Science School volunteer is a critical member of our community through reinvesting their time, expertise, and/or interests in our mission. There are many ways to volunteer year-round, we hope to see you on campus soon.
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We are proud to have a Gold rating from Guidestar and the support of 1% for the Planet.
Please read our Gift Acceptance Policy
Keystone Science School is a 501(c) (3) organization as designated by the IRS and as such contributions are tax-deductible to the extent and manner allowed by law. Our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 46-1735364.