How to Give to the Graham School

By giving to the University of Chicago Graham School, you power the mission of lifelong liberal arts. Your generosity amplifies every aspect of our work, driving the creation of new courses and programs while making educational opportunities accessible to more learners.

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Give Online

To donate now, you can make a one-time or a recurring gift by completing our secure online form. You will receive a tax receipt after submitting the form.


Give by Mail

To donate by mail, make checks payable to the University of Chicago. Please include a note that your gift should be directed to the Graham School.  Mail checks to:

The University of Chicago  
Gift Administration and Business Data 
5235 S. Harper Court, 4th Floor 
Chicago, IL 60615


Give Through a Donor-Advised Fund

Make a grant recommendation to the Graham School. A gift from a donor-advised fund may not be used to satisfy a personal obligation such as a pledge. Please ensure that your intentions meet any guidelines or requirements as suggested by your fund managers.

University of Chicago federal tax ID: 36-2177139


Planned Giving

Planned giving is more than a donation—it is a commitment to the future. It ensures that the Graham School will continue to offer its unparalleled educational experience for generations to come. By including Graham in your estate plans, you help guarantee this program of intellectual excellence remains a beacon of learning and growth.  

Through planned giving, you can: 

  • Be Part of a Special Community: By contributing through planned giving, you are welcomed into the Graham Circle and the UChicago Phoenix Society, distinguished groups of learners and supporters dedicated to preserving and enhancing the Graham School. This is a community that values and invests in the long-term impact of education. 
  • Leave a Lasting Legacy: Your gift will contribute to an enduring legacy, honoring the rich history of Graham while shaping its future. This is a chance to make a significant difference and be remembered as a key supporter of an institution that has touched so many lives. 

Recognizing that planned gifts are vital to the future of the Graham School, we welcome direct conversation with any individuals who might be open to putting the Graham School into your will. For more information and to schedule a conversation, please contact the Advancement Team at givetograham@uchicago.edu or the Office of Gift Planning at giftplan@uchicago.edu. Planned gifts qualify for membership in the Society and we would be delighted to discuss these possibilities with you. 

Other Ways to Give

There are several ways to make your gift to the Graham School, all of which will support the advancement of our mission. You may choose to make gifts of cash, gifts of securities, employer matching gifts, or remembering us in your will or estate plan and becoming a member of the Phoenix Society through your planned giving. 

If you would like more information on how to join the Graham Circle, supporting the Annual Fund, or if you have questions, please contact givetograham@uchicago.edu.

The University of Chicago’s TIN (taxpayer identification number) is 36-2177139. 

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