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Every gift—large or small—helps!

A gift to our school is an investment in the future. Donations support innovative programs, student opportunities, and the people who make this community extraordinary.

At UNIS, we are proud to provide an education that fosters innovation, creativity and cross-cultural communication, educating and inspiring our students to become an active force in shaping a better world: peaceful, compassionate and sustainable.

Your philanthropic support advances our mission and ensures our thriving future. 

Every gift strengthens what makes UNIS extraordinary.

Impact

Your generosity directly improves the education our students receive, including:

  • the teachers we hire
  • the international curriculum
  • language courses
  • enrichment programs
  • arts and athletics programs
  • our infrastructure

Whether large or small, your gift sustains our mission and ensures that UNIS continues to thrive for generations to come.

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Giving Opportunities

The UNIS Fund

While tuition provides the foundation for a UNIS education, it does not cover all operating costs. The UNIS Fund is the annual giving appeal that helps fill the gap, supporting the programs, people, and experiences that make UNIS exceptional. A growing and vibrant UNIS Fund is vital to our mission to provide the best education for our students.

The UNIS Board of Trustees, parents, alumni, past parents, grandparents, faculty and staff all make gifts to The UNIS Fund every year.

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Endowment

Gifts to the UNIS endowment are a powerful way to support the school's long-term mission because they grow over time.

Endowment funds are savings accounts whose annual interest income supports programs and operations.

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Kofi Annan Fund

Kofi Annan was the former Chairman of UNIS.  In his roles as the Chair of the Board of Trustees at the United Nations International School (UNIS) and later as the Secretary-General, His Excellency Kofi Annan played a pivotal role in shaping the school's mission and fostering its growth.

The establishment of the Kofi Annan Financial Aid Scholarship aligns with UNIS' mission to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within its student body. It acknowledges the barriers that some families face in accessing quality education and seeks to address these challenges directly. By providing financial assistance, the scholarship would break down economic barriers, ensuring that a broader spectrum of students can benefit from the enriching educational experience that UNIS offers.

In defining the eligibility criteria for the Kofi Annan Financial Aid Scholarship, priority is given to applicants from underrepresented communities and backgrounds, in line with Annan's commitment to promoting inclusivity. The selection process considers academic merit and a demonstrated commitment to community service, global awareness, and the values that Kofi Annan championed throughout his career.

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Pathways Project

The Pathways to Education Project, a partnership between the United Nations International School (UNIS) and the NGO VARCE in Osun State, Nigeria, is creating life-changing opportunities for young women through education and collaboration.

In its first cohort, the project welcomed 100 girls, with 96 successfully completing the program and earning their Nigerian GED equivalent. Throughout the year, students from UNIS collaborated with their peers in Nigeria, fostering a unique cross-cultural partnership built on mentorship, shared learning, and empowerment.

The project is expanding with the introduction of a new AI learning tool, designed to personalize instruction, strengthen outcomes, and broaden opportunities for all students involved.

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Education is a fundamental human right, central to the dignity and empowerment of individuals, to driving sustainable development, and to building peace.

António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations

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