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[quote=Anonymous]I've seen similar posts but would like fair suggestion on
How much we should donate to our childrens private schools.

We are solid middle class in DC and have 2 kids in two different private schools.  We chose private as our local public was
Really bad, academically, socially, on all levels- (both kids spent 3/4 years  in DCPS).  Also, our kids have mild Learning disabilities and needed more help than public would  
Provide, so the "choice" for private wasn't much of a choice as both kids were basically failing in DCPS.  Both continued to be
Promoted because of No Child left behind.

I believe That each family should give what they can afford but feel so much constant pressure to "give generously", even though there isn't much left to give.  We, by no means live a fancy lifestyle with new cars or vacations.  We do contribute to retirement.
We pay full tuition for both, zero Financial aide.  Believe me, it is tight as our HHI is just under $200K (Nurse & Federal gov researcher).

What is expected, giving wise, for a family in our position.
Please, no snark.

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