Invest By financially investing in the program, you are helping us expand our reach to the children in the Seattle metro area who could benefit most from a long-term mentoring relationship to help them reach their potential. When you invest in Friends of the Children-Seattle, you invest in the future of our children and our communities. There are many ways to donate to Friends of the Children-Seattle: Friends of the Children–Seattle is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt nonprofit. EIN: 91-2047030 Donate one time or more* at our secure online site using your credit or debit card. Donate Now *A recurring donation is the easiest way to make a lasting impact by ensuring all our children and Friends are supported consistently throughout the year. You can create a monthly recurring donation through your debit or credit card for as little as $10. You may also select from a variety of recurring periods to best fit your giving needs. You may cancel your automatic donations at any time. Make a pledge to Friends of the Children-Seattle by filling out this pledge form.Mail a check to: Friends of the Children–Seattle P. O. Box 18886 Seattle, WA 98118 Give gifts of appreciated stock and bonds. Please contact us at 206.328.3535 if you have questions. Make a gift from your individual retirement account (IRA) while also enjoying a federal tax benefit. Under the Pension Reform Act of 2006, you may be permitted to make tax-free contributions of IRA assets to Friend–Seattle. Double your contribution with a matching gift from your company. How your investment works $17,229 covers the cost for one child to be enrolled in the program for one year.$5,000 covers all college and post-secondary related costs for older teens this school year.$1,000 connects all of our teens to college prep and academic support resources for one month.$500 makes it possible for our youth and families to come together over a meal at one of our family engagement events.$250 supports one month of group outings so our youth can try new things and build positive relationships with their peers.$100 provides snacks for 10 children a month.$50 makes it possible for a mentor to take one youth on weekly outings for one month.