Giving
Why Give to ArtCenter?
ArtCenter values the contributions of its generous community of donors– individuals, alumni, parents, foundations and corporations. When you choose to support ArtCenter, you empower the next generation of changemakers to positively influence our ever-changing world through innovation and design thinking. Whether you direct your tax-deductible gift to the ArtCenter fund, towards a program or scholarship support, you make a profound impact on our students.
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Donate Online
Use our secure form to make your one-time-only or recurring monthly donation.
Mail your donation
ArtCenter College of Design
Attn: Office of Development
1700 Lida St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
ArtCenter Tax ID#: 951921340
Make a Gift of Stock and Wire Transfer
Make a new gift, or a payment toward your pledge, with an easy electronic transfer.
Give through an Employer Matching Program
Ask your employer if they can support ArtCenter with a matching gift. Many employers will match charitable contributions made by their employees. To find out if your company has a matching gift policy, please enter your employer's name below. If your company offers a matching gift, please fill out the company form and send it to us along with your donation to increase the impact of your gift.
Give through a Payroll Deduction (ArtCenter Faculty and Staff)
Your work is the foundation of everything we do on campus. Build on it with an easy payroll deduction.
For any additional gift inquiries
For any other gift donation inquiries, please contact the Development Office:
Phone:
626 396-4216
Email: giving@artcenter.edu
Mailing Address:
Art Center College of Design
Attn: Office of Development
1700 Lida St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
Advancement Leadership Team
Melanie Burzynski
Senior Vice President, Development
Regina Dowling-Jones
Vice President, Strategic Partnerships
Robbie Nock
Vice President, Alumni and Industry Engagement
Andrew Kaiser
Executive Director, Foundation and Government Relations
Meredith Madnick
Executive Director of Annual Giving and Development Communications
Natalie Montoya Farrow
Director, Development
Audrey Pettyjohn
Director, Gift Planning
Laura Shumate
Director, Campaign and Fundraising Strategies
Rob Young
Director, Advancement Services
Effective January 1, 2025, 8% of each donor gift made to a restricted fund will be allocated to the ArtCenter Fund providing critical unrestricted support to sustain the College’s ability to achieve our mission and drive innovation in art and design education. Read our Frequently Asked Questions and the full Gift Administrative Fee Policy to learn more.
Change starts with you.
Your generosity makes a lasting impact in the lives of ArtCenter students, faculty, staff, friends and family. Thank you for supporting the next generation of visionary artists and designers.
This scholarship has been a blessing and motivates me to create more. It gives me hope, drives me to do better for my sake, and for the ones I love. I am truly appreciative of your generosity.
Leilauni Acevedo (Illustration)The Bruce Heavin and Lynda Weinman Endowed Scholarship Recipient
Melanie Burzynski
Melanie Burzynski is the Senior Vice President of Advancement, raising support and awareness for key areas throughout ArtCenter.
The donor-created scholarships I received did more than put a great design education within my reach. They also motivated me to strive for the highest possible standard in my work.
Aldis OzolinsGraphic Design
Storyboard
Mapping Scenes from a Creative Life
We have a responsibility as creatives to help the world solve its greatest problems.
Karen HofmannPresident, ArtCenter College of Design
