Annual Giving
Your gift to ASIJ prepares today’s students and future Mustangs to support and create positive change in their communities and the world.
The ASIJ Annual Fund
Generous support from the ASIJ community helps to fulfill our mission of fostering a community of inquisitive learners and independent thinkers, inspired to be their best selves, empowered to make a difference. Every year, hundreds of ASIJ community members – alumni, current and past parents, current and past faculty and staff, and friends – directly impact ASIJ’s ability to provide an exceptional education through donations to the ASIJ Annual Fund.
Please join us in support of the ASIJ Annual Fund. All donations regardless of the amount make a positive impact and demonstrate your belief in our mission.
Fueling Teaching and Innovation
Beyond the ability to provide competitive compensation, we can attract and retain educators who are passionate about teaching and committed to our educational approach
Building and Enhancing Sustainability
Faculty can weave principles like the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into curricula, preparing students to foster a commitment to an equitable, sustainable future for all
Athletics, Arts, & Activities
Students can explore their interests in electives, trips, and 170 co-curricular offerings. We are fortunate to have faculty, coaches, and partners who Know, Value, and Care for students as they explore their passions and abilities in Japan and beyond.
Key Facts
- The ASIJ Annual Fund runs from July 1 to June 30 every year.
- All donations positively impact and demonstrate your belief in our mission, regardless of the gift amount.
- Tokutei Koeki Zonshin Hojin (Tokuzo). In Japan, ASIJ has a special dispensation status that allows us to issue tax receipts for gifts of ¥2000 yen or greater. Individuals and corporations, who make gifts greater than ¥2000 may benefit from tax deductions and credits.
- US dollar gifts made through our partner organization, every.org and are designated to the American School in Japan Fund are tax deductible in the United States. Please reach out to your trusted tax advisor or financial planner for guidance and detail on how to manage these annual deductions. ASIJ does not provide financial guidance with respect to taxes.
- Processing fees associated with each credit card transaction total 3%. Consider making your gift via bank transfer to ensure the entirety of your gift goes towards supporting ASIJ students.
- All members of the ASIJ community including parents, alumni, faculty, staff and friends are encouraged to give to the school. Our advancement team works throughout the year to engage and communicate with each constituent.
- While ASIJ is most appreciative of philanthropic support from friends, the school does not accept gifts from prospective families who are not otherwise affiliated with the school during the admissions process.
- While ASIJ is most appreciative of philanthropic support from friends, the school does not accept gifts from prospective families who are not otherwise affiliated with the school during the admissions process.
Donor Recognition
In recognition of your leadership annual gift to The American School in Japan, we welcome our most loyal and generous donors into one of our gift clubs. Benefits include invitations to special events, opportunities to engage with leadership and support from our most grateful community.
1902 Founders Circle
¥5,000,000* and more
Black & Gold Society
¥2,000,000–¥4,999,999*
Lantern Society
¥1,000,000–¥1,999,999*
Meguro Circle
¥500,000–¥999,999*
Head of School’s Circle
¥200,000–¥499,999*
Mustangs League
¥100,000–¥199,999*
Tomodachi Club
¥50,000–¥99,999*
*or US equivalent
