Donate
Your donation helps fund programs and projects that enrich the lives of students, support teachers, and strengthen our community. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, every contribution goes directly toward making Hampden Elementary/Middle School 55 a better place to learn and grow.
Why Give?
Direct Impact: Your gift goes straight to programs students experience daily.
Sustained Benefits: Contributions support long-term features like outdoor classrooms, murals, and playgrounds.
Tax Advantage: We’re a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and donations may be tax-deductible.
Community Building: Your generosity fosters neighborhoods and school life that matter to Hampden families.
Other Ways to Support
Donations aren’t just financial! You can make a difference by:
Volunteering your time – Join us at school events, fundraisers, or community projects.
Buying merch – Show your Hampden pride while supporting our programs.
Attending events – From oyster roasts to family fitness days, our events bring the community together and raise crucial funds.
Every contribution of time, money, or energy helps our students thrive.
Give Through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)
If you have a donor-advised fund through Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, National Philanthropic Trust, or a similar sponsor, you can recommend a grant to Friends of Hampden School directly from your DAF portal.
Legal name: Friends of Hampden School No. 55 Corporation
EIN / Tax ID: 47-5540869
Mailing address: 1014 W 36th St Baltimore, MD 21211
Most DAF sponsors let you search by our EIN or legal name and submit your grant recommendation online in a few minutes. Since the funds in your DAF are already earmarked for charity, this is often one of the simplest ways to give — and there's no additional tax paperwork needed on your end, since the deduction was taken when you funded the DAF.
Questions about DAF giving? Contact us at friendsofhampden55@gmail.com and we're happy to help.