
Contributing to Sunbeam
We’re deeply grateful for your support and belief in what we do: creating meaningful, nature-rich learning experiences where children thrive.
We are grateful for every donation big and small!
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Ways to Contribute
Donate Here to Support Our School in Seconds
Make a quick one-time donation by sending your preferred amount to our Venmo—every gift makes a difference. We’re so grateful for your support.
You can also donate by scanning this QR code or sharing it with friends.
Join Us at Our Upcoming Fundraiser and Annual Harvest Gathering in September!
Buy your tickets here or by scanning the QR code in the image above. Feel free to share the QR code with friends too!
Learn more about the upcoming Lughnasa Harvest Gathering at Sunbeam
Sept 2, 2025 4PM - 8:30PM
at Sunbeam 1002 Bodega Ave, Petaluma
Join us at our Annual Sunbeam Fundraiser and help raise funds to build an outdoor kitchen and fire circle—a shared hearth for the children and the community who care for them.
Every registration helps bring this vision to life, so bring friends, and thank you for supporting our vision, students, and community.

Why give?
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Nurture Whole-Child Learning
Your gift supports an environment where children learn through play, exploration, and connection—not just academics.
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Keep Nature at the Center
We believe children thrive when rooted in the natural world. Donations help us maintain outdoor spaces and nature-based experiences.
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Make It Accessible for All
Every contribution brings us closer to offering need-based scholarships so more families can access our unique programs.
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Care for Our Farm Animals
Your support provides food, shelter, and veterinary care for the animals who teach empathy, responsibility, and connection.
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Feed Their Curiosity
Donations fund hands-on materials, tools, and animals that spark imagination, problem-solving, and joy.
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Inspire Art and Creativity
Your donation helps stock our shelves with paints, clay, fabric, instruments, and open-ended materials that allow kids to express themselves and bring their ideas to life.

“As a mom, I love Sunbeam because my children are seen, supported, and celebrated just as they are.”
Tessa Fish, Mama of two Sunbeams
Donation FAQs
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.