Community & Philanthropy

Our Campuses are well known for wonderful and engaging learning experiences, but what sets Stepping Stone School apart is our mission outside the classroom.

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Ronald McDonald House Charities

We support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas, which improves the health and well-being of children and families. Through our Young Entrepreneurs and Philanthropists™ program, school-age children raise funds while learning kindness, gratitude, and giving.

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Make A Difference Scholarship

Meet Our Scholarship Recipients

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Katelyn Kretzer

Attended from infancy through elementary school. A registered nurse in oncology and neurology at Seton Medical Center.

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Trip Snell

Attended from age three through 4th grade. Texas Tech nursing graduate in cardiac critical care at Baylor Scott & White.

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Cheyenne Williams

Attended from infancy through elementary school. Studying education at Texas State and teaches with us on breaks.

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Emelina Garcia

Attended from age three through 4th grade. Texas Tech nursing graduate in cardiac critical care at Baylor Scott & White.

Other Ways We Support

Proud Sponsor of The Thinkery

We sponsor Notion in Motion, a hands-on exhibit exploring movement and physics at Austin’s children’s museum.

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World Forum Foundation

We support a global exchange of ideas on quality early childhood services as a Patron Sponsor of the World Forum.

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Thundercloud Subs Turkey Trot

We sponsor the Kids’ K and activity center, promoting family wellness and benefiting Caritas of Austin.

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The Paver Family Foundation

Founder Rhonda Paver, M.A. and her husband, Bill Paver, PhD, established the Paver Family Foundation to support nonprofits helping children and families, locally and around the world.

Supporting Communities Worldwide

Maryknoll Lay Missioners

Supporting Families

Austin Diaper bank

Advancing Educational Excellence

World Forum Foundation