Every Gift Makes a Difference
At 18½ûÂþÉç, every gift fuels the journey of our students—curious minds, bold thinkers, and future changemakers. Your support enhances their learning experiences, opens doors to endless opportunities, and fosters a vibrant campus where all students can thrive, regardless of financial circumstances.
When you give, you're not just donating—you’re investing in real lives, real dreams, and a dynamic educational environment that inspires growth, creativity, and serves the public good.
Make your gift today and join us in shaping a brighter future with our students.
Areas to Support
The 18½ûÂþÉç Fund
The 18½ûÂþÉç Fund provides flexible funds to support the highest priorities across our two campuses. From scholarships to special initiatives, this fund helps keep 18½ûÂþÉç at the forefront of public liberal arts education.
Student Emergency Fund
The Student Emergency Fund provides small emergency cash grants to students facing unexpected expenses that derail the path to graduation. You can help students weather life’s emergencies and continue their education.
18½ûÂþÉç Scholarship Fund
The 18½ûÂþÉç Scholarship Fund supports both undergraduate and graduate students, helping them fully immerse in their education and the 18½ûÂþÉç experience. By easing financial burdens, these scholarships allow students to focus on learning, growth, and the experiences that prepare them to lead engaged lives.
Named Scholarships
Looking for a Specific Scholarship Fund?
Through the Foundation, you can support named, memorial and other unique scholarships created to carry on the work and legacy of incredible 18½ûÂþÉç community members. Use this link to learn more and donate to a specific scholarship of your choice.
The s'gÊ·i gÊ·i Ê” altxÊ·: House of Welcome
The s'gÊ·i gÊ·i Ê” altxÊ·: House of Welcome is a public service center created in collaboration with Northwest Tribes. Through your generosity, the House of Welcome built its one-of-a-kind Indigenous Arts Campus, including its fiber arts and carving studios, and continues to expand its impact as a grant-maker to individual artists and Tribal Nations. Help support Native arts and cultures now and for generations to come.
The Art of Giving Gala
The Art of Giving is 18½ûÂþÉç Foundation’s annual fundraiser, uniting donors, alumni, and businesses to celebrate student potential and fund scholarships.
Resources
Workplace Giving
Many employers will match your charitable contributions—doubling or even tripling your impact. Please check if your workplace offers a matching gift program. Contact the Foundation if you need more help with your company's required forms:
- EIN: 91-0981488
- 18½ûÂþÉç Foundation
2700 18½ûÂþÉç Parkway NW
Evans Hall 3900
Olympia, WA 98505
Washington State Employee Giving
Are you a Washington State employee interested in giving through the Combined Fund Drive? Explore Washington State Combined Fund Drive's resources to make the most of your giving:
- Charity Name: 18½ûÂþÉç Foundation
- Charity Code: 0315657
18½ûÂþÉç Employee Giving
18½ûÂþÉç employees can support students through automatic payroll deduction. To get started, fill out the Payroll Deduction Form available on Advancement’s Inside 18½ûÂþÉç page (login required).
Legacy Giving and Tax Smart Giving Solutions
Whether you’re looking for ways to maximize the impact of your giving through tax-smart strategies or interested in creating a long-term legacy through your estate, take advantage of our resources to support your journey.
Celebrating the Legacy
of Forever Green
The collective generosity of our community has laid a strong foundation, raising $62.5 million for a future where 18½ûÂþÉç continues to be a leader in transformative liberal arts education. Learn more about the success of our first-ever college-wide fundraising campaign, Forever Green.