Support Our Community

CSWS is a small non-profit preschool rooted in play, creativity, and community. We work hard to keep tuition accessible for all families while providing meaningful wages for our educators.

Community support helps make this possible. Your donation helps sustain our school and enrich the learning experiences of the children we serve.

Make a Donation

You can support Community School of West Seattle in several ways.

Donate Online:

Visit our PayPal Giving Fund page to make a secure online donation.

Donate by Check:

Checks can be made payable to Community School of West Seattle (CSWS) and mailed to:

Community School of West Seattle

9450 22nd Avenue SW

Seattle, WA 98106

Community School of West Seattle is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Federal Tax ID: 77-0590799

Phone: (206) 763-2081

Why Your Donation Matters

Your generosity directly supports the children and educators at CSWS. Donations help us provide enriching materials, maintain inspiring learning environments, and support the creative work happening in our classrooms every day.

Your support helps fund things like:

  • Art materials for creative exploration

  • Books and literacy resources for our classrooms

  • Nature-based materials for sensory and science learning

  • Classroom projects inspired by children’s interests

  • Garden and outdoor learning spaces

  • Community events and family gatherings

  • Scholarships that help keep tuition accessible for families

Every contribution—big or small—helps us continue providing a joyful, play-based learning environment for West Seattle children.

Alternative Ways to Support

DONATE CLASSROOM MATERIALS

We are always grateful for donations of classroom materials such as:

  • Paper and art supplies

  • Nature materials and clean recyclables

  • Toys and games

  • Books and puzzles

  • Craft materials

If you have items to donate, please check with us first to ensure they are a good fit for our classrooms and age-appropriate for our students.

DONATE MATERIALS FROM NATURE

Examples:

  • Pinecones

  • Driftwood

  • Smooth stones

  • Shells

  • Wood pieces

  • Fabric scraps

DONATE YOUR TIME

Community School of West Seattle thrives because of the support of our families and community members.

You can get involved by joining our Family Action Committee (FAC). This group helps support the school through projects like organizing community events, supporting classroom projects, helping with garden work days, and assisting with fundraising efforts.

Participation can be as big or as small as your schedule allows. Whether you volunteer occasionally or help organize events, your time and energy make a meaningful difference for our students and teachers.

If you are interested in getting involved, please fill out this form.

CLASSROOM WISH LISTS

Teachers regularly update a classroom wish list with materials that support play-based learning. You can view our current wish lists here.

BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS

Are you a local business interested in supporting our school?

We welcome partnerships with West Seattle businesses through donations, event sponsorships, and community collaborations.