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Whether you choose to make a donation to the general Annual Fund or designate it to one of our programs, your gift of any size makes you a valued part of Graham’s community of donors.
Our most committed supporters become members of the Graham Circle, a giving society with special opportunities to connect with the Graham School Dean, fellow supporters, our faculty and instructors, and with the University.
Your gift enables the Graham School to hire and retain extraordinary instructors and to offer affordable access to high-quality instruction. You contribute to building a community of inquisitive minds who seek to better understand the world and to lead examined lives of purpose.
Areas of Support
Your gift helps to expand the Graham School’s course offerings and sustain our approach to lifelong learning.
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This fund provides funding and support for the outstanding faculty, instructors, and staff of the Graham School and broadens access for more learners.
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This multi-year fundraising initiative will support endowed instructorships and ensure the program’s long-term financial stability.
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The Graham Circle is a community of our most generous and inspired supporters, committed to advancing the lifelong liberal arts.
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Helpful guidance on how to contribute to lifelong learning.
How Your Gift Supports Liberal Arts Education
Giving to Graham is a powerful investment in the future of lifelong learning. When you donate, you support Dean Seth Green’s goals to:
- Support our extraordinary instructors
- Expand our course offerings
- Broaden access through scholarships
Impact Report
View the Graham School Impact Report to learn more about key milestones from the past year and the powerful role of philanthropy in expanding access, supporting instructors, and strengthening programs.
The Graham School Relies on Your Support
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Tuition only covers 73% of the cost of delivering our lifelong learning programs. Your philanthropy covers the remaining 27%, sustaining our distinctive culture of inquiry and extending access to high-quality liberal arts education with exceptional faculty and instructors.
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The amount of scholarship support provided by the Graham School to lifelong learners in 2023 to enable access to our transformative education.
Giving Stories
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Katia Mitova’s Enduring Legacy in the Basic Program
Graham School students, led by Kevin Russell, recognize the extraordinary contributions of Basic Program instructor Katia Mitova by establishing an endowed instructorship in her honor.
Unlocking Lifelong Learning: How Giving Day Supports Access and Growth at the Graham School
Join us this Giving Day to expand access to transformative education.
Questions about giving to the Graham School?
If you have questions about giving, contact the Advancement Team at 773-795-8268 or givetograham@uchicago.edu.