Every donation, no matter how small, goes toward something significant.
Build African Schools is a US-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations are fully tax deductible.
How far your donation goes
| Amount | What it builds |
| $40 | A student deskA child's place to learn |
| $500 | Materials for a classroomDesks, boards, and learning supplies |
| $1,000 | Annual tuition for 4 to 6 studentsBased on Kenyan government secondary school fee structures |
| $18,000 | A complete classroomPermanent infrastructure, built to last |
| $80,000 | A complete four-classroom schoolThe most impactful gift BAS receives |
Tuition equivalent figures are based on 2025 Kenya Ministry of Education fee structures and are provided for context only. BAS funds school construction — not individual tuition.
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Supporting BAS from Europe
BAS is a US-registered 501(c)(3) and our donation infrastructure is set up to receive funds in US dollars. European supporters can donate easily using any major credit or debit card - just click the Donate button above. Your bank or card provider handles the currency conversion, so you pay in euros and we receive the funds in dollars. If you'd prefer to give another way, or have questions about donating from outside the US, reach out directly at donations@buildafricanschools.org.
Every gift matters. A classroom gets built one donor at a time.
Making a Major Gift?
Donations of $18,000 or more, for a classroom or a complete school, deserve a more direct conversation. We'll walk you through the process and make sure your gift is recognized and used exactly the way you intend.
BAS also accepts donations of appreciated stock. Donating securities directly can often be more tax-efficient than selling first and giving cash: you avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation, and you receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value on the date of transfer. BAS receives 100% of the value*.
Please reach out directly and we'll be in touch within 24 hours: donations@buildafricanschools.org
All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by U.S. law. You will receive a receipt , no goods or services are provided in exchange for your gift.
*The tax information above is provided for general reference only. Individual tax situations vary. Please consult a qualified CPA or tax advisor before making decisions based on charitable deduction rules.Another Way to Give: The BAS Giving Circle
A group of friends organized by longtime BAS supporter Emil Irimpan has built a donor-advised fund on Charityvest, dedicated exclusively to BAS. Eight members contribute monthly, and the fund is open to anyone who wants to give alongside them, one-time or recurring, any amount.
How it works: Your gift goes to Charityvest first (a registered 501(c)(3) and IRS-recognized DAF sponsor), which issues your tax receipt immediately. Charityvest holds the funds and later grants them to BAS. It's the same tax treatment as giving directly, just with one extra step between your gift and BAS receiving it.