Contributing to African Studies

Thank you for choosing to donate to the Center for African Studies at the University of Pittsburgh. Your generous gift will allow us to provide valuable support for our students from across the disciplines in their Africa-related scholarship, learning, research, and training activities on campus and in Africa. Students who otherwise would not be able to study abroad and experience another culture or pursue research study opportunities due to prohibitive costs will receive help through the scholarship fund to pursue their dreams. We also welcome a conversation about creating new or named funds, and you can contact us with any questions. Thank you for your support.

Areas of Greatest Need

Funds education-related expenses for undergraduate and graduate students in the UCIS African Studies Program, including, but not limited to, travel, stipends, research expenses, and books. Give now
Provides current-use funding support for language programs, research grants, and on-campus programs for the Pitt student community interested in African Studies. Give now
Supports early-career Lesotho nationals studying in health care, public affairs, education or other areas affecting Lesotho who have demonstrated strong potential for outstanding achievement and a capacity to contribute to the development of Lesotho. Give now

To make a gift by mail, complete a gift form and send with your preferred payment to:

University of Pittsburgh, Philanthropic & Alumni Engagement
107 Park Plaza
128 North Craig Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15260

 

Corporate Matching

Many employers will match your donation to Pitt, thereby increasing your contribution to the University. Contact the Human Resources department at your workplace to get more information on the options they offer.

 

Endowments

An endowment provides a perpetual stream of income in support of scholarships, fellowships, faculty chairs, instruction, and other important programs or services at the University of Pittsburgh. Minimum endowment levels (payable over up to five years) guarantee that sufficient income will be available to fulfill your specific intentions.

 

Planned Giving

Planned giving options allow you to amplify the impact of your generosity to the University of Pittsburgh and to potentially create lifetime income streams and reduce your taxes. You can leave a legacy through bequests, retirement plans, charitable annuities and/or trusts, life insurance, appreciated stocks, or real estate and other tangible property.

 

For more information or questions, please contact Kelsey Sherbondy Cook, Director, International Constituent Relations (ksherbondy@pitt.edu or +1 412-815-9525) or Tom O’Toole, Executive Director for International Advancement (tpo3@pitt.edu or +1 412-624-2202).