Annual Appeal 2025/26 Update

We’re thrilled to share an exciting milestone in our Annual Appeal: thanks to your generosity, we have raised $90,000 to date — an incredible 80% increase over this time last year.

We’re also proud to report that we have reached over 75% family participation — a new record for GISNY! We are especially grateful to the many new families who contributed, to those who increased their gifts this year, and to the families who made their first-ever donation. Your support is deeply appreciated and is already making a meaningful difference for our school.

Giving Tuesday in particular was a true celebration of community spirit. We were thrilled by the enthusiastic response to our Class Challenge, and it’s been a joy to see students celebrating with pizza or sushi parties, hot chocolate treats, and extra recess. These moments capture how a shared culture of giving can bring our community together in a meaningful way.

📸 Please enjoy some photos from the classes' celebrations.

If you haven’t had a chance to support the Annual Appeal yet, it’s not too late! Every contribution, of any size, has a meaningful impact on our students, teachers, and broader school community. With the momentum we've built, we're confident we can reach 100% participation by the end of the year! Click here to donate now. 

Thank you again for standing with us, supporting our mission, and showing what’s possible when the GISNY community comes together.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Volker Ovelgönne 

Head of School

Ute Zimmermann

Head of Development and Marketing