For more than 125 years, the Kodaikanal International School community has been shaped by the generosity of those who believe in the transformative power of education. Generations of alumni, parents, staff and friends have invested in Kodai, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Today, your support continues that legacy.

Whether you choose to invest in scholarships, exceptional teaching, environmental education or the school's greatest areas of need, every gift strengthens the KIS experience for current and future generations.

Thank you for choosing to give back to a community that has given so much to so many.

125th Scholarship Campaign

Changing lives through access to a Kodai education.

At the heart of our 125th anniversary celebrations is our commitment to ensuring that deserving students can experience a KIS education regardless of financial circumstance.

Scholarships bring talented young people from diverse backgrounds into our community, enriching classrooms, residences and every aspect of school life. They support not only tuition, but the full Kodai experience, from academics and outdoor education to the arts, leadership and service learning.

Your impact

• Opens the doors of a Kodai education to deserving students.
• Strengthens the diversity and richness of our community.
• Creates lasting opportunities that extend far beyond graduation.

Named Scholarships

A named scholarship is a lasting investment in a student's future and a meaningful way to honour a loved one, celebrate a milestone, or create a legacy at Kodaikanal International School. Named scholarships help make a KIS education accessible to talented students who might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend, ensuring that our community continues to reflect the diversity, potential, and values that define the school.

If you are interested in establishing a named scholarship, we would be delighted to discuss the opportunities and recognition available.

Interested in establishing a named scholarship? We'd love to hear from you at alumni@kis.in

Academic Enrichment

Exceptional learning begins with exceptional teachers.

The quality of a KIS education is shaped every day by passionate educators who inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and create meaningful learning experiences for every student.

Your support helps KIS invest in outstanding teachers, ensuring they have the resources, professional development opportunities, and long-term support needed to continue delivering an exceptional education. It also enables the school to attract and retain educators whose expertise, innovation, and commitment enrich every classroom and every student's journey.

By supporting Academic Enrichment, you are investing not only in our teachers, but in generations of students whose lives will be shaped by their guidance, creativity, and care.

Your impact

• Attracts and retains exceptional educators.
• Supports innovative teaching and lifelong learning.
• Strengthens the educational experience of every KIS student.

If you would like to make a significant gift in support of Academic Enrichment, please contact the alumni office on alumni@kis.in 

Environment and Humanity

Learning from the world around us.

The natural environment has always been one of Kodai's greatest classrooms.

This fund supports the SEED Programme, the Centre for Environment and Humanity (CEH), and the continued development of the Poondi Campsite. Together, these initiatives encourage students to explore sustainability, environmental stewardship, leadership and community engagement through hands-on learning.

From field studies in the Palani Hills to immersive outdoor education and interdisciplinary environmental projects, students develop a lifelong understanding of their responsibility to people and planet.

Your impact

• Advances sustainability and environmental stewardship.
• Supports experiential and place-based learning.
• Preserves the unique educational opportunities that define a Kodai education.

Fund a Need

Supporting what matters most, when it matters most.

Some of the school's most important opportunities cannot always be anticipated.

Fund a Need provides KIS with the flexibility to respond to emerging priorities, enhance student programmes, improve facilities, invest in innovation or address unexpected needs as they arise.

For many alumni and friends, this is the simplest way to make a meaningful contribution, knowing their gift will be directed where it can have the greatest impact.

Your impact

• Supports emerging priorities across the school.
• Strengthens programmes, infrastructure and innovation.
• Gives KIS the flexibility to respond to changing needs.