Why Give to Saybrook
Our students find themselves called to action for the good of humankind through Saybrook’s unique programs, such as Leadership and Management, Counseling, Mind-Body Medicine, Integrative and Functional Nutrition, and Transformative Social Change.
Why Give To Saybrook
Your donation allows them to carry on the legacy of humanism.
Saybrook’s vision for a more just, humane, and sustainable world is a movement that will impact not only the world we live in now, but also the future of many generations to come.
Our Advancement Team
Mark Murphy, M.A.
Director of Institutional Advancement
For Mark, service is his passion. A military veteran with numerous awards and recognitions, Mark is committed to advancing the mission of nonprofit organizations through the essential work of fundraising and advancement. He has over 7 years of experience in higher education.
Ways to Give
For your convenience, we offer many different ways to make your donation. Please read through these options and choose the method that works best for you.
Note: For additional information and other non-traditional ways to give, please see the full giving guide here.
Give Online
Make a gift online through our secure giving form in the form of a one-time gift or a recurring donation
Give by Mail
To give by mail, you may send a check or money order to the following address:
Saybrook University
55 Eureka Street
Pasadena, CA 91103
Charitable IRA Rollover
For age 72 or older, you may give a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) up to $100,000 per year to a nonprofit organization of your choice. While everyone’s tax situation is unique, participating in QCDs may reduce future Medicare B premiums and be excluded from your taxable income if arrangements are made prior to December 31 of the calendar year. Please review QCDs with a tax advisor to determine if this is right for you.
Leave a Legacy Gift
Saybrook University empowers every member of its community to follow their passion dedicating themselves to a life of service and success. Leaving a legacy gift allows you an opportunity to support the mission of Saybrook University for many years to come. Other forms of legacy gifts might include real estate, insurance benefits, asset interests and more. If you would like more information on how to leave a legacy gift to Saybrook, please contact a member of the Advancement staff or complete one of the bequest forms and a member of our team will be in touch with you.
Stock Transfer
If you would like more information on making a stock gift, please contact a member of our advancement team.
Employee Payroll Deduction
For faculty and staff who wish to contribute to our mission, we encourage them to do so using our employee payroll deduction option. Click on the link below to sign up today.
Saybrook University Payroll Deduction
Matching Gift Program
Check with your organization and find out if they will match any gift you make to Saybrook. Organizations may have varying match ratios. This is a great way to support Saybrook above and beyond your annual contributions.
Donation of Cryptocurrency
If you are interested in donating cryptocurrency (i.e. Bitcoin, etc.), please contact Mark Murphy, Director of Institutional Advancement, at [email protected] for additional information.
Student Scholarships
Saybrook is committed to helping you find ways to invest in yourself and in your future by attending graduate school. We offer multiple scholarship opportunities to help you achieve your goals and further enrich your life through a humanistic approach to education. Click on the link below and stay up-to-date on our newest scholarship opportunities as well as those that are established and ongoing.
Alumni Affairs
We at Saybrook University are deeply grateful for gifts from our alumni—helping ensure access to our programs for future generations. Contributions from alumni support new program developments, scholarships for students, and general financial assistance wherever needed. Additionally, you can make a contribution specifically to the Saybrook Alumni Association Scholarship Fund, which financially supports the next generation of humanistic leaders. Click on the link below to learn more about alumni giving opportunities.
Giving Form
You may use this secure form to make a gift to Saybrook University. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, and Venmo. Thank you for your support!
Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
Our community is determined to build upon all that is good in the world, and your support will directly influence this critical and innovative work. In addition to demonstrating a commitment to supporting holistic care and well-being, a sponsorship by you or your organization will support our goal of making graduate education more accessible to the underrepresented voices that are so desperately needed in these fields.
Sponsorship Level
| Sponsorship Benefit | President’s Circle$10,000+ | Gold Sponsor$5,000–$9,999 | Silver Sponsor$2,500–$4,999 | Saybrook Friend$1,000+ |
| Exclusive name and logo placement on relevant program materials and social media platforms and in alumni newsletters and an exclusive 30-second ad spot at the beginning of UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights podcast episodes $2,500 value | x | |||
| Commercial message aired during university events (commencement, student learning experiences, biannual gala, and UNBOUND: Saybrook Insights podcast) $1,500 value | x | x | ||
| Up to four tickets to the biannual Saybrook gala event $1,000 value | x | x | x | |
| Ability to table and share business materials at key Saybrook events, including Residential Conferences and annual alumni gatherings | x | x | x | |
| Logo placement on social media platforms and Saybrook e-announcements $250 value | x | x | x | x |
| Access to Saybrook students, faculty, and graduates for recruitment and support of business efforts | x | x | x | x |
| Saybrook-inspired gift $50 value | x | x | x | x |
Contact
Mark Murphy
1-626-316-5337
[email protected]
Saybrook University
55 W. Eureka St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
