Support ACS
At the American College of Sofia, giving is more than generosity. It's a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives. Each gift, no matter the size, strengthens our mission to nurture curious minds, inspire innovation, and build a thriving community of lifelong learners.
When you support ACS, you become part of a tradition of excellence that dates back 165 years. You join alumni, parents, faculty, and friends who ensure that the College continues to provide a world-class education to the next generation of students.
How to Give
There are many ways to show your support for the American College of Sofia. Whether you prefer the convenience of giving online, the security of a wire or bank transfer, the simplicity of a check, or the personal touch of donating in person, every gift helps strengthen our community and advance our mission. Your contribution, in any form, directly impacts our students, programs, and facilities, ensuring ACS continues to inspire and educate future leaders.
Online (credit/debit card/PayPal) – use this donation form
By choosing the option Donations to Bulgarian account, you donate to the bank account of the American College of Sofia.
When choosing the option Donations to USA Account (PayPal) you donate to the bank account of Sofia American Schools, Inc. in the United States. Through PayPal, you can also set up a recurring donation, monthly or annual.
501(c)3 tax-exemptions apply to donations via PayPal and the U.S. bank account.
Bank/wire transfer
The bank account of the American College of Sofia for donations in BGN is the following:
UNICREDIT BULBANK – CENTRAL BRANCH
IBAN: BG 30 UNCR 7630 1000 312 103
BIC code: UNCRBGSF
Sofia American Schools/ ACS accepts donations via bank/wire transfer to a U.S. bank account. Please get in touch with our Advancement Team at advancement@acsbg.org to coordinate your donation.
For U.S. tax deductions and U.S. employer matching, please use the Sofia American Schools account in the US or Pay Pal. 501(c)3 tax-exemptions apply in this case.
Checks
Checks should be issued in the benefit of Sofia American Schools, Inc. and should be sent to the following address:
Sofia American Schools
12 Middlesex Road, PO Box 67039
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
USA
You can double or triple the impact of your gift by using your employer's corporate matching gift program or if they are registered with Benevity or a similar donation management program.
In person (cash)
You can make a donation at the ACS Development Office or during one of the ACS alumni events (the annual Christmas Reception and the summer alumni reunion) in order to support the respective event’s cause. If donors wish to do so, they can also donate in cash towards some of the other priorities of ACS after filling out a paper donation form, identical with the one available online.
The American College of Sofia is registered in line with the Personal Data Protection Act. Procedures provided in the Act are followed strictly by personal data administrators at the College.
Giving Initiatives
Inez Abbott Giving Circle
The Inez Abbott Giving Circle stands as a lasting tribute to Inez Abbott, a trailblazer in the history of the American College of Sofia (ACS). Abbott’s commitment to education in Bulgaria began in 1907, and lasted nearly 20 years. She shaped the lives of countless Bulgarian children and played a crucial role in the formation of ACS as an institution of academic excellence and equal access.
We continue her mission today through the Inez Abbott Giving Circle with scholarships for young women from outside Sofia to ensure that financial barriers do not stand in the way of their academic and personal growth. Our priority is to provide partial yearly scholarships that “fill the gap”, enabling students whose families encounter financial shortfalls to continue their studies uninterrupted.
The Giving Circle began in 2021 with two trustee donors and has grown every year. Our goal is to raise $250,000.
Our Progress
(as of August 31, 2025)
Total Raised: $207,000
Total Spent: $51,000
Donors: 28 (18 alumni)
Young Women Supported: 6
With our donors’ steadfast support, the Abbott Circle is $43,000 away from reaching its goal of $250,000 raised.
Ani Ivanova Fund for Young Mathematicians
During her 30 years of teaching Math at the College, 1993 to 2023, Ani Ivanova positively impacted countless students. Her dedication and patience in the classroom were matched by her empathy and support as a mentor.
When Ani passed away on November 18, 2024, her students and colleagues mourned deeply. Inspired by one of her former students, ACS alumnus Andrey Evtimov, Class of 2002, the Ani Ivanova Fund for Young Mathematicians was established a year later.
This fund honors a devoted teacher and compassionate person by supporting ACS students who compete in local, national, and international mathematics competitions - celebrating Ani’s passion for nurturing curiosity and excellence in problem-solving.
To make a gift toward the Ani Ivanova Fund, choose Student Activities as the donation category and drop a short email specifying this to advancement@acsbg.org