The official web site of the Lowell Alumni Association

Donations to the Lowell Alumni Association in 2005 will be used to restore program and staffing cuts resulting from the ongoing state budget crisis as well as to fund top departmental priorities throughout the school. Departmental projects include software upgrades for the World Languages lab, completion of a new biotech lab, supplemental texts for Advanced Placement courses and new library furniture. We also intend to continue our traditional support for college scholarships and teacher grants. In the past two years, your support has allowed us to provide almost $400,000 to fund critical faculty and staff positions while also funding teacher grants totalling more than $150,000. Please join us in helping to preserve the unique Lowell experience for future generations of talented and hard-working San Francisco students.

How do on-line donations work?
The Lowell Alumni Association has joined forces with our technology partner, Groundspring.org, to make on-line donations a reality. Simply proceed to the donation form, supply your information, and your credit card is billed automatically. There's no paperwork, no checks to write, no postage, and best of all, it occurs in real time.

Are on-line donation transactions safe and secure?
Yes. Our partner, Groundspring.org uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology for data encryption.

What credit cards can I use when donating on-line?
We currently accept donations made using Visa, MasterCard or American Express.
(Note: Because of our partnership, your credit card will be billed by "Groundspring.org," and not the LAA)

Is donor information kept confidential?"
We will never sell, trade, or rent donor information, and our site has security measures to prevent the loss, misuse, or alteration of donor and donation data. If concerned, you can choose to make an anonymous donation.

Are online donations tax-deductible?
Yes, all contributions, whether made on-line or by check, are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed under federal law. The Lowell Alumni Association is recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization by the IRS

Will I get a receipt for my on-line contribution?
Yes, after you make a contribution and your credit card is verified, a tax receipt is automatically emailed to you acknowledging your contribution for tax purposes. We will also send you an acknowledgment by U.S. mail.

Can I make a recurring donation on a periodic basis?
Yes, you can choose to make a recurring donation on a monthly or quarterly gift schedule. This a great benefit for people on a tight budget. Even a small donation of $5 a month adds up over time and every donation is not only greatly appreciated, but also makes a real difference in the lives of Lowell students.