Giving to Sarah Lawrence College
Sarah Lawrence is committed to education in the singular. This strong, clear focus on the individual is increasingly rare—and vitally important—in the world of higher education, but it is an expensive mission. The College relies on contributions from alumnae/i, parents and friends to keep this unique educational experience flourishing.
There are many ways to support the College. Unrestricted annual giving through the Fund for Sarah Lawrence is absolutely essential in making sure students and faculty have the daily resources they need for living and learning. Strategic Initiative gifts are a targeted way to support, at a leadership level, the crucial building blocks of the Sarah Lawrence community, namely, faculty, student life, and campus spaces. You can also make a planned gift to Sarah Lawrence, providing for the College in the long-term while earning income or tax benefits for yourself.
The College is grateful for your support, no matter the size or method of your gift. If you’ve benefited from a Sarah Lawrence education or know its value, you know just how important it is to pass that life-changing experience along to the next generation of students.
Fundraising News:
SLC's "Angel" Fund Launched by Generous Gift
College Board of Trustees Chair John Hill and his wife, long-time Sarah Lawrence supporter Marilynn Wood Hill, took the lead to create a special fund, dubbed the ‘Angel’ Fund, to support students whose families face new financial hardship, jeopardizing their ability to continue their studies at the College. The $500,000 lead gift has generated another $250,000 from other donors to date. The goal is $1 million. Read more




“I want to keep this rare form of education going and see that others have the same opportunity I did. ”
“There are so many worthy causes, but for us, this is one of paramount importance.”
“Reconnecting with classmates is a happy reminder of all the things I loved about being a student at Sarah Lawrence.”
“I have continued to be dialectical with every situation I encounter in life. If everyone could leave Sarah Lawrence with that gift, it would be a huge benefit.”
“We wanted to make a difference for current and future students.”
“I value the way Sarah Lawrence encourages students to combine intellectual fierceness with an open-mind and open-heart”
“When I graduated from Sarah Lawrence, I felt I was prepared for whatever was in store for me.”
“I was so touched by Rudy's gift.”