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UC Press Foundation
As a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the UC Press Foundation raises funds to support UC Press and its vital role as an independent, progressive publisher. Donations from individuals and institutions—and readers like you— enable UC Press to publish nearly 200 new books and three-dozen multi-issue journals annually, maintain thousands of backlist titles in print, and offer the finest scholarship in digital formats. Test Edit.
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Why Give?
Donors support bold, field-defining scholarship for the public good. Philanthropic gifts and grants are critical to UC Press, as earned revenue through book sales and journal subscriptions (accounting for approximately 82% of annual revenue) cannot cover its total operating expenses. Donations help underwrite the Press’s ability to publish scholars, activists, and thought leaders whose work defines the future of academic publishing—accessible, impactful, inclusive, and justice-driven. To learn more about the Press's history and impact, please view this short video.
Ways to Give
Please note below the many ways you can support the UC Press Foundation. Charitable contributions are tax deductible as allowed by law (University of California Press Foundation EIN: 94-2682969)
Questions regarding donations or membership? Eager to trade book recommendations?
Please contact:
Amanda Todd
Director, UC Press Foundation
atodd@ucpress.edu
Cash Gifts
We welcome donations via credit card or check. Donate online or download our mail-in gift/pledge form.
All gifts are payable to:
University of California Press Foundation
Address:
University of California Press Foundation
1111 Franklin Street
Oakland, CA 94607
Matching Gifts
Increase your impact by participating in your company’s matching gift program! Please include the necessary forms from your human resources office with your email-in gift form.
Gifts of Stock
We gratefully accept gifts of stock or securities. Please contact Amanda Todd at atodd@ucpress.edu to receive instructions to help authorize your stock transfer.
IRA Distributions
If you are at least 73 years old and have an IRA, you may be able to make tax-free distributions for charitable purposes. Please contact your IRA trustee for advice or to make a payment directly to the UC Press Foundation.
Planned Giving
Including UC Press in your will or estate plan is a rewarding way to share important ideas with the next generation of readers. It may also bring certain tax advantages. Learn more about planned giving options.
Types of Gifts
Membership
Supporters who give $100+ or donate their royalties receive membership benefits. Join our membership community to receive discounts on books, invitations to events, access to journals, and more. Learn more about membership.
UC Press Foundation Board of Trustees
The UC Press Foundation Board of Trustees has an active role in bringing value to the Press through fundraising and promotion of its mission to the community. Trustees have a fiduciary role within the Foundation. The group currently consists of 11 trustee members plus the UC Press Executive Director as ex officio. Trustee activities, meetings, and fundraising efforts are managed by the UC Press Foundation Director.
Michael Barnard
Foundation Trustee since 2023
Occupation: Business owner
Susan Beilby Magee
Foundation Trustee since 2022
Occupation: Therapist, teacher, and author
