Give to The Oaks

YOU CAN MAKE TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION POSSIBLE

Since our school was first started in 1998, generosity has been the driving force of our mission. Two out of three Oaks students rely on need-based scholarships to attend The Oaks, and our generous donors make their Oaks education possible. You can leave a lasting impact on our students today.

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Make a Gift  Today

With many ways to support Oaks students, it’s easy to make a difference right now.
 

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GIVE DIRECTLY

Make an online gift using our simple and safe giving form.

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GIVE THROUGH SGO

Receive significant state tax credit by giving through an Indiana Scholarship Granting Organization.

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MAIL YOUR GIFT

Checks payable to “The Oaks Academy” can be mailed to: The Oaks Academy, c/o Nathan Hand, 1301 E. 16th St., Indianapolis, IN 46202. (To receive tax credit by making an SGO scholarship gift, make checks payable to “The Oaks Fund at Sagamore.”)

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You Can Leave a Lasting Legacy

JOIN THE OAKS LEGACY SOCIETY 

Through a legacy gift, you have the power to provide life-changing scholarships and secure the future of The Oaks, all while protecting your assets and receiving substantial tax benefits now.

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BRIDGE THE GAP FOR A CHILD. BECOME AN OAKS PARTNER.

Oaks Partners are vital to our school’s mission because they bridge the gap between a family’s ability to pay tuition and the actual cost of educating an Oaks student. By providing income-based scholarships, you can keep The Oaks affordable and accessible for Indianapolis children.

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PARTNERS MAKE THE OAKS POSSIBLE

Oaks Partners support their students’ Oaks experience from Pre-K to eighth grade and receive regular updates and special invitations to insider events with school leadership and their students’ classrooms.

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Why Giving Matters at  The Oaks

Hear directly from Oaks supporters and alumni on how generosity has an impact that lasts beyond our classrooms.

WITHOUT THE OAKS, MY LIFE WOULD BE VERY DIFFERENT, ESPECIALLY BECAUSE OF THE SCHOLARSHIP THEY PROVIDED FOR ME. IT LEGITIMATELY CHANGED THE TRAJECTORY OF MY LIFE.

Rachael

Class of 2018

AT THE OAKS, CHILDREN ARE KNOWN AND LOVED. WHEN CHILDREN FEEL THAT AND CARRY IT FORWARD, YOU KNOW YOUR GIVING IS GOING TOWARDS A LEGACY OF GROWTH, PROSPERITY, AND OPPORTUNITY.

Julie

Oaks supporter

WIHTOUT A DOUBT, I WOULD NOT BE WHERE I AM TODAY WITHOUT THE OAKS. BEING AROUND ADULTS WHO REALLY KNEW ME, WHO SAW HOW I WAS STRUGGLING AND WANTED TO HELP ME, CHANGED ME AS A STUDENT AND AS A PERSON.

Brandon

Class of 2005

 

EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE CAN NEVER BE TAKEN AWAY. I WANT TO MAKE SURE ALL YOUNG CHILDREN HAVE THEIR OPPORTUNITY. THE OAKS PROVIDES THAT EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY, AND I WANT TO BE PART OF IT.

Patricia

Oaks supporter

Success by the numbers

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98% PASS IREAD

98% of our third-grade students pass the statewide reading proficiency assessment, compared to only 82.5% of all Hoosier third graders.

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#1 8th GRADE ILEARN SCORES

In 2024, our 8th-grade students had the top test scores in Marion County.

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87% College Attendance Rate

Graduates of The Oaks go on to learn and lead at universities around the United States.

 

News and events

 

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Events | Support the Oaks

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Small Group Tours

Find a tour at a time that works best for you! Our small group tours are a great way to experience The Oaks and get your questions answered by our admissions team.

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Sat, 01 Aug 2026

MS Preview

March

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Middle School Preview

Parent Preview Admissions Event
Martindale-Brightwood Campus
9 - 11 am

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Sat, 01 Aug 2026

PK Preview - Feb

February

18

Pre-Kindergarten Preview

Parent Preview Admissions Event
Early Education Center
9:00 - 10:30 am

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Sat, 01 Aug 2026

LS Open House

February

11

Open House

Kindergarten - 5th Grades
Fall Creek & Brookside Campus
4 - 6:30 pm

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Sat, 01 Aug 2026

FC Preview

January

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Kindergarten Preview

Parent Preview Admissions Event
Fall Creek Campus
8 - 10 am

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Sat, 01 Aug 2026

BK Preview

January

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Kindergarten Preview

Parent Preview Admissions Event
Brookside Campus
8 - 10 am

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Contact Us

Have a question about supporting The Oaks? 

Email giving@theoaksacademy.org

Find contact information for our 4 locations in downtown Indianapolis or submit a question through our online form.

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Give Now

Make a direct impact on students at The Oaks Academy with your gift today.
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Partner with The Oaks

Join as an Oaks Partner and provide scholarships that make transformative, Christ-centered education accessible.
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Leave a Legacy

Make a lasting impact at The Oaks Academy through a legacy gift, ensuring future generations receive a Christ-centered education.
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Ways to Give

Explore the many ways to give to The Oaks Academy, from online donations and SGO scholarship gifts to stock transfers and legacy giving

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2025-2026: An incredible year thanks to our amazing community.

At The Oaks Academy, every milestone this year was made possible by a community that shows up, gives generously, and believes deeply in the formation of our students.

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Curriculum Highlight: Fourth Grade Experiences

At The Oaks Academy, students don’t just learn about history—they experience it through hands-on, immersive learning that sparks curiosity and brings the past to life.

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Alumni of the Oaks: Success Beyond

At The Oaks Academy, we strive to prepare students for success academically, socially, and emotionally. We are excited to highlight three alumni who are pursuing their passions and making an impact in their fields.

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Day in the Life in Kindergarten at The Oaks Academy

What does a day in Kindergarten at The Oaks Academy look like? It’s filled with joyful learning, meaningful routines, and moments of play and rest that help each child grow. 

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Curriculum Highlight: The Patriotic Speech Festival

At The Oaks Academy, students don’t just learn about history—they experience it through hands-on, immersive learning that sparks curiosity and brings the past to life.

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How Belonging Transforms Lives: When Children are Known and Loved

The Oaks Academy prepares students for life through strong academics, character formation, and a Christ-centered community. Discover how one Oaks family has experienced the lasting impact of an Oaks education.

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