Crowdfund UC Davis

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$10

Thank you a (plank)ton!

Small but critical to ocean ecosystems, many plankton add up to a big food source for ocean organisms. We would love to give you a shout out on a social media post.

$50

You're a (sea) Star!

One humble sea star may not seem like a big deal, but populations of sea stars are critical to functioning ocean and intertidal ecosystems. We would love to send you a personal thank you note with a frameable picture of BML.

$100

Yeah buoy!

You’re keeping this campaign afloat and we would like to recognize your generosity with a shout out in our newsletter.

$500

Thanks for the Kelp!

You’re really kelping us reach our goal! California’s kelp forests are home to many ocean organisms. We would love to thank you by welcoming you into our home to join an exclusive educational event usually only open to our internal affiliates. You get to choose which event interests you the most.

$1,000

Surf's up!

You’re really making a big splash in this fundraising campaign. We would love to recognize your gift with a commemorative tile in the Wave of Recognition at the Bodega Marine Laboratory's entrance.

$5,000

Whale hello there!

That’s what people will say in disbelief when they see your off-the-charts gift. We would love to offer you a private tour of lab when COVID-19 restrictions are lifted and have you take a “shelfie” with one of our abalone.

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FAQ

Why should I give to UC Davis?

UC Davis' footprint has grown considerably since our inception, and now includes the Bodega Marine Laboratory, the Tahoe Environmental Research Center in Nevada, and UC Davis Health and Aggie Square in Sacramento. The generosity of our donors provides UC Davis Health, our world-class veterinary hospitals, and the students and faculty on our campus with the support they need to pursue the ambitious research goals that have long defined our university, and continue to drive us today.

Is my gift tax-deductible?

Yes. The UC Davis Foundation and The Regents of the University of California - the two gift-receiving arms for UC Davis - are both qualified charities that provide donors with tax benefits to the full extent of the law. Your gift qualifies for a tax-deduction in accordance with IRS regulations, during the calendar year that you make your gift. After making a gift you will receive an email with information that can serve as a receipt for your files. Please consult your tax professional for more information.

Where will my gift to UC Davis go?

It’s up to you! You may give to any area of the university that is important to you, including the projects we have listed on our site. Whether your heart is with your college or school, a student program, UC Davis Health, our veterinary hospitals, a specific research initiative, or one of our crowdfund projects, we can help you support the program.

Can I give to more than one area?

Yes! You can support multiple projects when you check out. Make sure to select "Add a Donation" on the gift menu to select the other areas you would like to support. Your card will only be charged once for the sum of your donations.

How will I receive my tax receipt?

You will get an email confirmation of your credit card transaction right after you make a gift.

When will my card be charged?

Your credit or debit card is charged immediately upon finalizing your gift. Your credit or debit card is charged immediately upon finalizing your gift.

What happens if I get a payment processing error?

In the rare instance that you receive a payment error, this means your order was declined. Please go back to verify your information. This error is often a result of mistyping your billing address.

Are there fees associated with giving to UC Davis?

UC Davis retains a 6% fee on each gift to current use funds; this fee helps to defray the administrative costs incurred in managing UC Davis’ fundraising operations. UC Davis retains a 6% fee on each gift to current use funds; this fee helps to defray the administrative costs incurred in managing UC Davis’ fundraising operations.

Who should I contact if I have a question about my gift?

For general questions about your gift, please email crowdfund@ucdavis.edu. Thank you!

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