Giving & Getting Involved
Giving & Getting involved
Philanthropy and Your Impact
Welcome! Thank you for learning more about the impact of philanthropy and volunteerism at Calhoun. Your contributions make a difference and help us advance our mission every year.
Philanthropy touches every aspect of school life and strengthens our three advancement priorities: The Calhoun Student, Campus and Community. Calhoun thrives because each of us – alumni, parents and guardians, grandparents, faculty and friends – give and volunteer, reflecting our commitment to Calhoun. Widespread generosity helps make Calhoun the independent school most reflective of New York City, and ensures each student becomes the best version of themselves.
Fundraising for current and future priorities happens each and every year. Equally important as reaching our goals is our approach to getting there – in ways that align with the mission and values of Calhoun. Our ask, each and every year, is 100% participation from every member of our Calhoun community.
Hear from Head of School Celeste Herrera & Board Chair Dave Levin
To learn more about The Advancement Office, philanthropy and volunteerism, contact Mary McCarty, Director of Advancement. We look forward to partnering with you!
Advancement Programs
Click through to explore Calhoun's Advancement initiatives. For more information about volunteering, click here.
Upcoming Events
The Advancement Office coordinates many special events each year, each designed with the goals of building community and strengthening Calhoun’s culture of philanthropy. Below are some of our favorite happenings of the year – for a full calendar of events, please refer to our online calendar. We look forward to seeing you!
2026-27 Events
New Parent & Guardian Reception
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81st Street Green Roof
Giving Day Volunteer Breakfast
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85th Street Library
Grandparents Breakfast with Celeste
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85th Street Library
Giving Day Volunteer Breakfast
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85th Street Library
Harvesting Excellence Alumni Event
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81st Street