A Family Inspired to Give

Our family’s journey with River Valley School began with a spark of inspiration at our very first RVS Gala. Seeing the enthusiasm and generosity of others in our community motivated us to get involved and start donating ourselves.

Over the years, our commitment has continued because we’ve been so thrilled with the growth and development of our children. We believe that investing in a child’s early years is one of the most meaningful ways to make a lasting impact—and we hope that other families can benefit in the same way.

Why River Valley School

We chose RVS because of its dedication to whole-child development, where curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning are encouraged every day. Isaac especially thrives in the STEAM program and is already looking forward to more hands-on activities next year. When asked what he loves most about RVS, Isaac doesn’t hesitate: it’s interacting with his friends and exploring together

For us, supporting RVS isn’t just about giving—it’s about helping nurture wonder, curiosity, and connection for all students.

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As members of the River Valley community, the Roberts family has embraced every opportunity to give back. Whether through sharing their time, ideas, or financial support, they believe in helping create meaningful experiences that enrich student life for every child.

One initiative that has been especially meaningful to them is River Valley School’s growing STEAM program. To the Roberts family, STEAM is about much more than science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. It represents a way of thinking that encourages curiosity, thoughtful experimentation, creative problem solving, and the confidence to explore new ideas.

They believe that when children are given opportunities to ask big questions, collaborate with others, and create with purpose, they develop far more than academic skills. They build resilience, confidence, character, and the ability to think critically about the world around them.

The Roberts family is proud to support a school that continues to invest in innovative learning opportunities while remaining deeply committed to knowing each child as an individual. Their generosity is helping cultivate the curiosity, creativity, and leadership that will prepare today’s students to become tomorrow’s innovators.

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Did you know that giving to a registered charity like River Valley School is incentivized by both federal and provincial governments? When you make a donation, you’ll receive a tax receipt that can help reduce your overall tax burden.

Here’s how it works:

• A donation of $1,000 generates $389.72 in combined federal and provincial tax credits.
• A donation of $2,000 earns you $826.72 in tax credits.

Unlike tax deductions, which lower your taxable income, tax credits directly reduce the taxes you owe—or they’re refunded to you. It’s a win-win: your generosity supports the future of our students, and you benefit from significant savings.

Why Give Now?
With the end of the tax year fast approaching, December is the perfect time to make your contributions count for this year’s return. Your support helps enrich student experiences at River Valley School, while also giving you something to look forward to during tax season.

Curious about how much you can save? Try the CanadaHelps Donation Calculator to see the tax benefits of your gift.

This holiday season, consider supporting River Valley School. Whether your gift is big or small, it helps create opportunities that will spark wonder, fuel curiosity, and nurture a brighter future for our students.

Together, let’s make this season of giving truly meaningful.

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