Together We Make Overlake Possible
Every gift impacts lives.
At Overlake, our students benefit every day from the generosity of people who care deeply about this school. When members of our community—parents, alumni, friends, foundations, and corporate partners—share their time, resources, or expertise, it strengthens the experience we offer. Folks come from all kinds of backgrounds, but they’re connected by a shared belief in Overlake’s mission and a desire to see it carried well into the future.
There are straightforward, meaningful ways to support The Overlake School. Introducing Overlake to prospective families and potential philanthropic partners helps widen the circle of people who understand and value our work. And yes—gifts of any size make a real difference. Every connection, every contribution, moves our school forward while honoring the strong foundation we’ve built over time.
Our Development Office is here to guide and support anyone who wants to help advance Overlake’s mission. We encourage you to learn more about how you can invest in the school’s future while sustaining what has always made Overlake special.
Your support makes Overlake accessible to trailblazers worldwide.
Every gift makes a meaningful difference. When you contribute—through your time, talent, or treasure—you're investing in an education that shapes thoughtful, curious, and capable citizens. Your support helps us maintain small class sizes, fund beloved programs, provide financial aid to eligible students, and create thriving learning environments.
Thanks to the generosity of people like you, we remain true to being a school where curiosity thrives, connections deepen, and character flourishes. Whether you're volunteering in the classroom, sharing your expertise as a mentor, or making a gift, you're part of Overlake’s tapestry, which prepares our Owls to soar both today and tomorrow.
Ways to Support
Invest in an experience that creates well-rounded leaders.
Your support makes a tangible impact at Overlake. Whether you choose to give online, send a check, donate stock, or explore one of the many other giving options below, every contribution helps us create an exceptional educational experience for our students.
Supporting Overlake is an investment in the strength of our mission and the future of every student. Your generosity fuels excellent teaching, purposeful programs, and a learning environment rooted in both tradition and forward-looking innovation.
Each year, we invite the community to take part in the annual Overlake Fund and Senior Class Legacy Fund. These tax-deductible gifts go straight to work in the current fiscal year, strengthening the student experience in real time. Annual giving supports the arts, athletics, technology, faculty growth, financial aid, and more. Your support at any level keeps Overlake rooted in its strongest traditions while giving us the momentum to move boldly forward.
Beyond annual giving, there are many meaningful ways to make a difference. Donors may choose to support specific programs, invest in endowment, contribute to capital projects, or explore planned giving options. Every gift—of any size, and through any avenue—sustains Overlake today and helps ensure its vitality for generations to come.
All current parents and guardians are part of the Parent Guardian Association (PGA).
The PGA’s mission is straightforward:
Communicate:
Strengthen the connection between families, faculty, staff, and the Board so everyone is informed and aligned.
Fundraise:
Support the school through events that bring in additional resources for programs that matter.
Volunteer:
Contribute time and talent to help sustain an environment where students can thrive. Volunteers are at the heart of Overlake. Their energy and commitment shape the strong, welcoming community our students experience every day. Getting involved is also one of the best ways to meet other families, build relationships across campus, and see firsthand how the school operates. We have a wide range of opportunities designed to match different schedules and strengths.
The Overlake School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tax ID 91-0814431. All gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.