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Ways to Give

GIVE

Ways to Give

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Strength Through Giving

At Montgomery Bell Academy, parents, alumni, and friends make a meaningful investment in the lives of our boys—an investment that extends far beyond tuition. The tradition of generosity at MBA helps ensure that every student benefits from the full breadth of opportunities that define the MBA experience.

Philanthropic support strengthens all aspects of school life—from exceptional teachers and coaches, to innovative academic, athletic, and arts programs, to state-of-the-art facilities, leadership development, service initiatives, and the overall well-being of our students. Annual gifts provide the margin of excellence that allows MBA not just to operate, but to thrive—sustaining the mission of developing young men of wisdom and moral integrity who will make meangingful contributions to society. 

The phrase “Gentleman, Scholar, Athlete” represents the ideal for which MBA boys strive to become men of character and purpose. Your generous support helps make that journey possible.

 

MBA recognizes donors through the following giving societies:
  • Waffle Society — $50,000+
  • Montgomery Bell Society — $25,000–$49,999
  • Joe C. Davis Society — $10,000–$24,999
  • Isaac Ball Society — $5,000–$9,999
  • John E. Sloan, Jr. Society — $2,500–$4,999
  • Francis E. Carter, Jr. Society — $1,500–$2,499
  • Totomoi Society — $500–$1,499
  • Big Red Society — $250–$499
  • Cardinal and Silver — Up to $249
Group of male students
Additional recognition:
  • Leadership Circle — Annual contributions of $7,500+
  • Ambassadors Circle — Annual contributions of $2,500+
  • Young Alumni Ambassador’s Circle — Alumni within 15 years of graduation giving $1,000+

Easy Ways to Give

Make a Gift Online

Giving online is simple, secure, and flexible.
Make a gift using credit card, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

Give Online
Send a Check

Make checks payable to:
Montgomery Bell Academy
Attn: Office of Alumni & Development 
4001 Harding Road
Nashville, TN 37205
Make a Pledge

Spread your support over time.
Pledges may be paid in installments throughout the fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
Give Monthly

Set up a recurring gift—
$25, $50, $100 or more each month—to make giving easy and consistent.
Gifts of Securities (Stocks)

Donating appreciated stock can be a tax-efficient way to support MBA.
MBA’s policy is to liquidate securities promptly upon transfer.

To make a gift of securities, please provide your broker with the following transfer instructions:
Firm: Robert W. Baird & Co.
Broker: Mr. Freddy McLaughlin
1600 West End Ave., Suite 1100
Nashville, TN 37203
DTC #: 0547
Montgomery Bell Academy Account #: 6006-4666
Phone: 615-341-7030
Fax: 615-341-7050
Email: fmclaughlin@rwbaird.com

  • Please notify Camellia Howorth with the stock name and number of shares so we can identify your gift.
Matching Gifts

Double or triple your impact!
Many companies match gifts from employees, retirees, or spouses. 

  • MBA’s Federal Tax Identification Number (EIN): 62-0513741
  • Completed forms may be mailed or emailed to:
    Montgomery Bell Academy
    Attn: Office of Alumni & Development
    4001 Harding Road
    Nashville, TN 37205
In-Kind Giving

A gift-in-kind allows you to donate items or services you already own—
Such as books, athletic meals, technology, artwork, or other valuable items. Donors provide the estimated value of the gift for processing.

To arrange an in-kind donation, please contact Millicent Vance by email or at (615) 369-5360.
Memorial & Honor Gifts

Recognize someone special by giving in their honor or memory.
Honorees are notified of your gift, which may commemorate teachers, coaches, family members, or milestones like graduations and anniversaries.

To include honor/memorial details, add the information in the “comments” section of the online gift form or with a mailed note.
Planned Giving

Leave a lasting legacy at Montgomery Bell Academy through a planned gift. Thoughtful estate and retirement planning allows you to make a meaningful impact on future generations while meeting your own financial goals. Whether through a bequest, charitable trust, or designation of retirement assets, your planned gift helps ensure MBA’s continued excellence for years to come.

To learn more, please contact the Office of Alumni & Development at 615-369-5360.

 

 

If you would like to discuss your giving options or have any questions, please reach out to the Office of Alumni & Development at 615-369-5360.