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Ways to Give

The Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies offers support opportunities for all its endowments, research projects, lecture series, publications, special projects, capital projects and unrestricted gifts for operations. All its programs are designed to address major contemporary issues by drawing creatively on Catholic intellectual traditions and the power of inter-faith dialogue in a uniquely appropriate organization for the 21st Century. A gift to the Institute through USC is also credited to your USC giving and will be recognized by the university. All gifts are tax-deductible.

Remember: gifts of all sizes are welcome. A gift of any size will help the Institute fulfill its timely mission. Indeed, you can make a gift on-line now by clicking here:

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If you are interested in learning more about our many programs, projects and named endowment opportunities to honor you or a loved one in perpetuity, we are happy to discuss the many ways by which you can support the Institute. Simply contact either:

Thom Rhue, Associate Sr. Vice President, University Advancement
(213) 740-1218 or email rhue@usc.edu
or
Todd Thaxton, Director of Central Projects, University Advancement
(213) 740-7826 or email thaxton@usc.edu

Major Funding Goals include:

  • $65 million for program and fellowship endowment – this goal includes 20-25 named fellowships for visiting scholars in addition to programs, publications, and lecture series; and...
  • $10 million to establish the physical facility, which includes research, conferencing and residential space for the scholars.

Methods by which to give include:

  • Cash gifts online
  • Checks
  • Securities (Stocks or Mutual Funds)
  • Property and Real Estate
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Assets
  • Bequests
  • Charitable Trusts
  • Annuities and range of Planned Giving vehicles

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us so that we can learn of your interests and explore the best ways in which you can support us now and in the future.

Donor Recognition

Permanent donor recognition opportunities will honor individuals who make major gifts and contributions.