Giving
International School of Texas
Every Family. Every Year. Every Gift Makes a Difference.
At its heart, the Advancement Department exists to support our students and strengthen our incredible community. Our primary mission is to raise the funds needed to close the gap between tuition and the actual cost of a world-class IB education, because we believe every student deserves access to that opportunity, regardless of financial circumstances.
But our work goes beyond fundraising. We’re here to engage, connect, and grow with our vibrant school community, families, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends. Together, we celebrate our shared values, our students’ achievements, and the vision we all hold for the future of our school.
We love the idea of growing our school together. Whether it’s through giving, volunteering, attending events, or simply staying connected, there’s a place for everyone in the journey.
Let’s blaze this trail, together.
Meet the Team
Corey J. Gayheart MEd
Interim Director of Development, Director of Communications & Marketing
William Van Pelt
Advancement Consultant
Ways to Give
Mail a Check
Mail your check to:
International School of Texas
Attn: Advancement Office
15506-C TX-71, Bee Cave, TX 78738
Gift of Securities
Donating appreciated stocks can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to give. When you donate long-term appreciated securities directly to our school, you can avoid paying capital gains tax and often receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value of the asset. Please contact advancement@istexas.org for assistance.
Matching Gifts
Did you know that you can double or even triple your donation by requesting a matching gift though your company. Many companies in Austin match gifts. Please contact your HR department to match your contribution to the Trailblazer Fund to double the impact.
Donor Advised Funds
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are charitable investment accounts that allow you to support causes you care about, now or in the future.
EIN: 46-2877379
The Impact of Your Gift
We’re not just a school—we’re a community that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and global citizenship. With your support, we can continue to offer students a world-class education, preparing them to lead with integrity and purpose in an ever-changing world.
Today’s students are tomorrow’s change makers. We are focused on providing our students with a winning formula: excellent teachers, robust curriculum and real-world experiences that challenge and support globally minded problem solvers. You can help us deliver on this promise with a gift to IST today.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Giving at International School of Texas
There are multiple ways to give to IST. We accept gifts from our online giving form,checks, DAF’s, Gifts of Securities, Matching gifts and Wire or ACH transfers.
Yes! The International School of Texas (IST) is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is incorporated and registered in the State of Texas. Our Tax ID number is 46-2877379, and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.Whether you choose to give to the Trailblazer Fund, support our annual Gala, make a gift-in-kind, or contribute though any additional appeal though out the year, your generosity directly supports our mission and helps provide a world-class IB education to all IST students.
Yes! You can designate your gift to one of the areas below: Gift of Greatest Impact, Visual & Performing Arts, Athletics, STEM&Design, Faculty Innovation, The World is our Classroom.
Many employers match (or more!) the giving of their employees and in some cases spouses and/or retirees. Your donation can go further through an employee matching gift program. When making a donation please enter your employer’s name to see if your company participates in matching programs. We can help you request any paperwork from your employer’s gift matching department.Â
At the International School of Texas, we warmly welcome both volunteer support and in-kind donations, including gifts of goods or professional services. Your time and talents are just as valuable as financial contributions and some employers even match volunteer hours with charitable donations.If you're interested in sharing your skills, services, or resources, we’d love to connect with you. Please contact us to explore how you can make a meaningful impact in our community.
Please contact our Advancement Manager , Riley Smith at advancement@istexas.org or 512-351-3403.