7230 - PUBLIC GIFTS TO THE DISTRICT

Gifts or donations presented to the District must be accompanied by a letter from the donor for official action and recognition by the Board of Education. (see Form 7230 F1)

To be acceptable, a gift or donation must have a purpose consistent with those of the District, be offered by a donor acceptable to the Board, and become District property.

In addition, a gift or donation must not:

1. begin a program which the Board would be unwilling to take over when gift and grant funds are exhausted;
2. bring undesirable or hidden costs to the District;
3. place restrictions on the District;
4. be inappropriate or harmful to the educational program of the District or to students;
5. imply endorsement of any business or product;
6. be in conflict with any provision of the General School Laws or public laws.
7. A letter of appreciation, signed by the Superintendent/designee, shall be sent to the donor, including the estimated value of the gift.