Giving Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Donors may direct their support to areas that matter most to them, including academic programs, Jewish learning initiatives, camp experiences, scholarships, and other mission-driven programs across AJU. Fill out the form on this page and select where you want your funds to go under “designation.”

Yes. Planned or legacy gifts allow you to support AJU’s mission while creating a lasting impact for future generations. These gifts may include bequests in a will or trust, beneficiary designations, or other estate-planning vehicles. Visit our legacy planning page here.

Yes. You can recommend a grant to AJU directly through your donor-advised fund administrator. Donor-advised funds allow you to support multiple charitable organizations while enjoying the flexibility and tax benefits of a philanthropic giving account.

Yes. Gifts of appreciated stock or securities can be a tax-efficient way to support AJU. By donating stock, you may avoid capital gains taxes while making a meaningful contribution to Jewish education and leadership initiatives. Visit the Ways to Donate page to learn more.

Many employers match charitable donations made by their employees or retirees. If your company offers a matching gift program, your contribution to AJU may be doubled—or even tripled. After making your gift, you can submit your employer’s matching gift request here to maximize your impact.

Your gift helps power AJU’s mission to expand Jewish learning, cultivate leadership, and create meaningful Jewish experiences for people of all ages. As a center for Jewish learning and community, AJU equips students, campers, scholars, and lifelong learners with the tools to strengthen Jewish life today and for the future.

American Jewish University is a nonprofit educational institution, and gifts are generally tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Donors should consult their tax advisor regarding specific questions about deductibility.

There are many ways to support AJU, including:

• Online donations by credit card
• Gifts of cash or checks
• Donations of appreciated stock or securities
• IRA charitable rollovers (Qualified Charitable Distributions)
• Donor-advised fund grants
• Planned or legacy gifts through your estate

Each option offers different benefits and opportunities to maximize your impact. Visit the Ways to Donate page to learn more.

If you have questions about making a gift, planned giving, or other giving options, the AJU development team is happy to assist you and help identify the giving approach that best aligns with your philanthropic goals. Email us at advancement@aju.edu or call 310-440-1211.