Funding Educational Therapy and Coaching
At The Learning Gardens, we understand that investing in the education and development services that you or your child need can sometimes be a hardship. If you feel our personalized educational therapy or coaching services could significantly benefit you or your child, but the cost creates a hurdle, we encourage you to look into these options.
Funding Ideas
Here are practical ways you can seek assistance:
1. Reach Out to Your Community
Consider asking your church or local community if they maintain a benevolence fund or if they could conduct a special offering to support your child’s educational needs. Community groups often want to help, but may not be aware of your needs unless you express them clearly.
2. Contact Family and Friends
Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and close family friends are often eager to help children succeed. Write a heartfelt letter explaining your child's specific needs, the benefits of educational therapy or coaching, and how their contribution could make a profound difference.
3. Directly Connect with Us
Contact us to discuss your situation openly. Let us know what you can afford, and together we can explore alternative funding opportunities or arrangements.
4. Trade or Barter Services
If financial contributions are challenging, consider offering skills, services, or products as barter. Perhaps you or someone in your support network can contribute valuable products or services to The Learning Gardens that can offset the costs.
5. Medical Flex Spending
If you have a medical flex spending account, consider submitting your expenses for reimbursement. Ask us how we can support you in this process.
6. Crowdfunding
Platforms, like GoFundMe, can be a powerful way to reach your wider network and community. Clearly communicate your child’s story, needs, and the impact contributions will make. Sharing information about how your network can support you through social media can help as well.
7. Employer Reimbursement
For coaching services, check if your employer might be willing to reimburse you (or The Learning Gardens directly) for professional development expenses.
8. Local Community Scholarships
Investigate if your local community or educational organizations offer scholarship funds specifically to support student learning experiences, tutoring, or educational therapies.
Sample Letters to Help You Get Started
To Your Church or Community Group:
Dear [Pastor's/Leader's Name],
Our family deeply values the support and fellowship of our church community. [Child’s name] has been facing educational challenges that require specialized therapy and coaching, which are provided by The Learning Gardens. The cost, however, is difficult for us to manage alone. Does our church/your group have a benevolence fund or could you consider a special offering to help us fund this essential educational support?
Thank you for considering our request. Your support would truly transform [Child’s Name]'s educational journey.
Warmly, [Your Name]
To Grandparents and Social Support Network:
Dear [Name],
As you know, [Child's Name] has been working hard to overcome educational challenges. We've found wonderful support through The Learning Gardens, where specialized therapy and coaching promise significant growth and progress. However, the financial aspect is a hurdle for us.
We’re humbly asking if you might be willing to help contribute toward [Child’s Name]'s sessions. Any support you provide would make a profound difference in their learning and life.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Love, [Your Name]
Sample Social Media Post
"Our family believes deeply in the power of education and growth. I have/ My child has an incredible opportunity to benefit from educational therapy and coaching at The Learning Gardens, but we need a little extra help to make it happen. Any support you can offer—sharing, donating, or simply spreading the word—would mean the world to us. Together, we can cultivate connections and grow minds! #TheLearningGardens"