Bring Equity to Education Funding

Augsburg Fairview Academy (AFA) offers a teen-friendly, and family-friendly, atmosphere in which students are deeply respected and everyone is held to a high standard of personal honor. Students find their place among a trauma-informed staff who care about them and their future. They encounter adults who use positive, strength-based approaches to help them succeed. Students are given a great deal of trust and independence with the expectation that they will, in turn, conduct themselves as responsible and self-directed learners.

Augsburg Fairview Academy was established to give traditionally under-served urban students a first-hand view of careers in Health Care. Over the years we have we have expanded our commitment to intercultural programs and activities that connect students’ learning to “Real Life” in the 21st Century. This includes networking, College & Career Readiness, service learning projects, and strengthening personal wellness through participation in the arts and community athletics.

We are a public charter school that works to bring equity to education. Our student population is diverse, experiencing poverty and historical trauma. We use an holistic approach to meet all the needs of our students. We are seeking your help to continue and expand student-centered and intercultural programming. Please consider donating to our educational program!

Why donate to AFA?

Unlike traditional public schools, public charter schools like Augsburg Fairview Academy are not allowed to raise additional funds through local tax levies. Your donation helps us maintain our high quality, successful educational programs.

When you make a gift to AFA, you help preserve this tradition of excellence established by dedicated teachers and staff, support the learning of our current students, and honor the legacy of AFA’s alumni. All donations to AFA are tax deductible. Augsburg Fairview Academy is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Here are some examples of how a gift of any size can help:

$1 can buy bus fair for a student
$2.50 can buy up to 6 students a snack
$3.50 can buy lunch for a student who cannot afford it
$5 can buy a replacement bus card when one is lost or stolen
$10 can buy school supplies for a student
$20 can buy a backpack for a student in need
$50 can buy food or hygiene products for the Hope Closet
$100 can buy a classroom set of novels
$250 can help send a class on an academically enriching field trip
$500 can help send a student to an academically enriching summer camp


Where does my donation go?

When you make a gift to AFA, 100% of your contribution supports programs and activities that enhance the educational experience of the students we serve. Examples include:

Field Trips and Excursions: Minnesota Science Museum, National College Fair, college visits both in and outside of the metro area and theater productions are just a few examples.

Technology Integration: As a school committed to providing students with a 21st century learning experience, AFA utilizes philanthropic support to ensure each classroom is equipped with state of the art technology to support teaching and learning.

College Readiness: Philanthropic support is used to provide students with expertise and guidance as they and their families navigate the college-preparatory process.

Hope Club: Your funds directly and anonymously support AFA students and families with immediate needs such as food, clothing, hygiene products and groceries all year long.


Please remember that gifts of all sizes are welcome. No gift is too small or big.

For more information about supporting Augsburg Fairview Academy, please contact Heidi E. Anderson, Executive Director, at [phone redacted] or via email at [email redacted].