Many donors prefer to make special designated gifts to The Laboratory School of Finance & Technology for use outside the annual operating budget that provides enhancements to the academic program. For example, gifts may be made to the school's academic and athletic programs, the arts and cultural enrichment, technology and physical plant enhancements. Donors may also wish to make a gift in honor or in memory of a loved one.
 
There is a worthy list of budget and investment items that will be supported by this appeal, including:

• Classroom and instructional upgrades, such as replacing older textbooks and purchasing new desks and chairs;
• Technology upgrades, such as upgrading hardware and software;
• Library materials;
• Establishing a “rainy day” fund to deal with periodic unforeseen expenses;

Gifts of Cash
Cash gifts (checks) are always welcome and allow us to further strengthen programs for the benefit of all students. 

Gifts of Stock
It is often more tax-wise to contribute stock rather than cash. Gifts of appreciated stock help you avoid paying capital gains tax on the stock's increased value. Additionally, you receive an income-tax deduction for the stock's full, fair-market value on the date you made the gift. (The stock must have been held more than one year.)

Matching Gifts
Many companies match contributions that their employees make to non-profit institutions. Most matches are on a 1:1 basis, but some companies match 2:1 or 3:1. Upon making your own gift, you may request your company to match it. Matching gift forms are usually available in your company's human resources office.

For further information or if you have any questions about giving please call, the school office at 718-292-8627 Ext. 3081 or email the Principal at rgonzal@schools.nyc.gov.

To donate online please choose one of the following:

​Send your check tax deductible gift to: The Laboratory School of Finance & Technology, 360 East 145th St., Bronx, NY 10454