As a charter school Westlake Academy receives approximately 70% of the state dollars per student of the average public school. The Blacksmith Annual Fund is used to fill in this financial gap.
The Blacksmith Annual Fund supports the annual operations of the school. Since 2003, it has raised nearly $2,800,000. This annual fund makes up the shortfall from state funding of approximately $2,000 per student.
Westlake Academy Foundation provides financial support for Westlake Academy in its efforts to achieve academic excellence in developing responsible, global, lifelong learners. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
