CELEBRATING 25 Years of Guiding and Connecting Curious Minds

HELP US RAISE $400,000 TO NURTURE BRIGHT YOUNG MINDS!

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Help IEA provide programs and services that support the needs of gifted youth.

For 25 years, the Institute for Educational Advancement has been dedicated to ensuring that gifted children from all backgrounds have access to the educational opportunities and individual support they need to thrive and reach for their full intellectual and personal potential.

Recognized today as one of the nation’s leading organizations supporting gifted youth, IEA has been able to make a positive impact in the lives of over 11,500 children through our innovative programs and services, nurturing support and caring community.

Your donation will help IEA continue providing its unique programs and services for hundreds of gifted and talented young people and their families each year. Donations, small or large, will make a difference. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and flourish and look forward to nurturing and empowering future generations of children for the next 25 years. 

Giving Levels

  • Founder's Circle $25,000+
  • Benefactors $10,000+
  • Patrons $5,000+
  • Sponsors $1,000+
  • Supporters $500+
  • Friends Up to $499

11,500+

STUDENTS SERVED TO DATE

60%

OF STUDENTS RECEIVED FINANCIAL AID OR FREE PROGRAMS

97%

SATISFACTION RATE

“IEA has been the best ongoing academic and social environment in our son’s life. It’s been the ultimate place where he can feel being his own self and explore at his pace with full support and yet constructive feedback.”
ParentACADEMY
"The CDB scholarship is directly responsible for opening up an entire world of learning, extracurricular pursuits, phenomenal faculty, and global friendships for our daughter.”
ParentCAROLINE D. BRADLEY SCHOLARSHIP
“Yunasa provided a great sense of belonging for our family as a whole and for our camper. It’s hard to describe the peace and confidence you just know in your soul that this is the right place for your child. This is a group of very special people; from the leaders and counselors down to the campers themselves. We are very thankful for Yunasa!”
ParentYUNASA
“IEA’s enthusiasm and passion for the education of gifted kids has been infectious, inspiring us as parents to strive for excellence.”
ParentACADEMY
“CDB has made our son’s dreams come true. His high school experience has been amazing and it couldn’t be possible without CDB’s help. I cannot thank you enough.”
ParentCAROLINE D. BRADLEY SCHOLARSHIP
“Yunasa is a wonderful place where gifted kids are accepted as themselves but also feel secure enough to try new things.”
ParentYUNASA

MULTIPLY YOUR IMPACT
JOIN THE NAUTILUS SOCIETY

Enhance your investment by joining the Nautilus Society and pledging to donate annually for three years.

This level of sustained funding provides secured services for gifted youth. Donations large and small are welcomed. Every gift makes a difference.

Join by selecting a pledge in the form on the left.

We ensure the specific needs of gifted youth are met so that they can work towards meeting their full intellectual and personal potential.

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IEA’s Annual Impact Fund is the cornerstone of giving and allows us to provide the best experience possible for gifted youth. 
 
Make your impact today by helping us close the gap and reach out annual goal—only $250,000 left to go!
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Every dollar raised supports IEA programs—and 50% goes directly to financial aid, helping more students access transformational learning experiences.

Whether you walk with us in Pasadena or participate from home, your registration or donation fuels bright young minds on their journey to reach their full potential.

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