How to Give | Giving | Amherst College

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We have all benefited from the transformative power of intellectual rigor and critical thinking, and we have all benefited from an environment that celebrates a rich chorus of diverse voices.

A gift to the College increases available support for the resources and opportunities that serve all students, faculty and alumni. Below are several ways that you can give to the College to continue to support the College and the endeavors of our inspiring community.

Check out our helpful guide to giving to the Amherst Fund at the end of the Fiscal Year.

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Online & Digital Giving

Online and digital methods are the easiest and most convenient ways to give. Our online portal allows you give via a credit card or PayPal, and Venmo gifts can be sent to @AmherstFund.

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Other Ways to Give

Whether by mail, phone, or other means, there are a number of ways for you to ensure your continued support of Amherst’s students and faculty.

By Mail

Send a check payable to Trustees of Amherst College and mail to:

AC #2228
Advancement
Amherst College
PO Box 5000
Amherst, MA 01002-5000

Our Tax-ID (EIN) number is 04-2103542.

By Phone

Call (413) 542-2313

Sustaining Giving

A recurring gift plan makes your annual gift to Amherst College easy and convenient, and it’s a great way to ensure your continued support of Amherst’s students and faculty as a sustaining donor. Credit cards can be charged monthly or annually. Signing up is as easy as checking the recurring giving box on our online giving form. As one of the College's most loyal supporters, you are a member of the Irradient Society, which honors consistent support of the Amherst Fund.

Matching Gifts

Your company may match your gift. Guidelines and amounts vary by company. Please check with your employer to see if they match charitable contributions.

Matching gift forms should be mailed to:
Gift and Pledge Processing, AC #2228, Amherst College, PO Box 5000, Amherst, MA 01002-5000

Matching gifts forms can also be emailed to: onlinegiving@amherst.edu.

By IRA

If you are 70 ½ or older, you may make a gift directly to Amherst from your IRA. See details and instructions for how to do this.

By Securities Transfer

See instructions and Reasons to Give Securities.

Gift and Estate Planning

Browse our Gift Planning pages for detailed information about planned giving and estate planning, or contact our Gift Planning staff.

By Wire Transfer

Please email Wendy Curtice at wcurtice@amherst.edu for more information about wire transfers.

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