Let’s Build a Nest Egg!

After a lot of thoughtful conversation and planning, we're proud to share that Nomad has partnered with L.C. and Lillie Cox Haven of Hope as a fiscal sponsor.

This partnership allows Nomad to accept tax-deductible donations and apply for grants — something we've never been able to offer before. Haven of Hope is a Bay Area 501(c)(3) that supports emerging social enterprise leaders through fiscal sponsorship, mentorship, and community-based programs grounded in equity and dignity. We're honored to be part of their network of changemakers.

Nothing about how Nomad runs day-to-day is changing. This is simply a new channel for fundraising, development, and long-term sustainability as our program — and our community — keeps growing.

Our first fundraising priority is to establish an annual scholarship fund, so that more families can find their way to Nomad regardless of circumstance.

You can now donate to Nomad anytime via Paypal, Venmo, Debit or Credit Card using the link below. For checks, please see FAQs below. (And yes! Many of you have asked in the past: we can accept employer donation matching! Check with your workplace to see if they'll match your gift.)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Fiscal Sponsorship & Fundraising at Nomad

 

  • We looked for a partner who shared our values of community, reimagining systems to support people who are often underserved by traditional systems, and collaboration and care. Haven of Hope's mission to help individuals "cope, heal, and grow with dignity," regardless of circumstance, felt like a natural fit for the Nomad spirit.

  • Fiscal sponsorship lets us raise funds and offer tax-deductible donations without taking on the full administrative weight of running a separate 501(c)(3) — the filings, compliance, and overhead that come with it. Haven of Hope handles that infrastructure, so we can stay focused on what we do best: running an incredible school.goes here

  • Yes — Haven of Hope takes a 10% fee on funds raised through this partnership. That fee covers the logistics and overhead of managing charitable giving on our behalf, from compliance to financial administration.

  • This year, our fundraising kicks off with growing our scholarship fund — helping us widen access to Nomad for more families and keep investing in the experiences, resources, and care that make this program what it is. In addition, we hope to build a “nest egg” to support Nomad’s sustainability into the future.description

  • Honestly, we're at a milestone that's got us reflecting on what it takes to keep Nomad strong for another decade. Fundraising gives us a way to strengthen our program and support our community's long-term sustainability, without changing anything about how Nomad feels or runs day to day.

  • We'd love that. Whether it's event planning, fundraising, development, or just an idea you want to share — [fill out our interest form here] or drop us a line. We welcome all ideas, leads, high fives, and words of wisdom.

  • Absolutely! Please make your check payable to “L.C. and Lillie Cox Haven of Hope.” Donors must also include the words “FBO Nomad Education” in the check memo line, in order to designate the donation to Nomad. The letters “FBO” represent “For the Benefit Of.”