Giving Circles
Make a lasting impact on the lives of young learners. Your support shapes their futures, removes barriers to high-quality science education, and fosters a community dedicated to scientific excellence and discovery.
President’s Circle
The President’s Circle recognizes our most consistent and generous donors to SSP International’s Annual Fund. President’s Circle Members pledge an annual unrestricted gift of $1,000 or more. Unrestricted gifts are critical to the success of SSP International, our participants, and our programs.
President’s Circle Giving Tiers
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Silver Level
Pledge $1,000 or more to receive:- Invitation to an annual informational meeting with the CEO and Board President
- Recognition on SSP International website, in the Universal Times Annual Report, and at the Annual Gathering (with your permission)
- SSP International swag
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Gold Level
Pledge $5,000 or more to receive above plus:- Special invitation to a donor event
- Two tickets to the Annual Gathering
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Platinum Level
Pledge $10,000 or more to receive above plus:- Private meeting annually with an Officer or Academic Director of your choice, in person if practical
*Under Internal Revenue Service guidelines, the estimated value of the benefits received for President’s Circle membership is not substantial; therefore, the full amount of your gift is a deductible contribution
Abell Circle
George Abell was a long-time Academic Director, Associate Academic Director, and guest speaker during the Summer Science Program’s early years at Thacher School in Ojai, California.
To honor him, and the many students he inspired, the Abell Circle helps to provide financial aid for low-income Summer Science Program participants. By joining the Abell Circle, you enable SSP International to provide an unparalleled educational experience to all who qualify — regardless of socioeconomic status.
Abell Circle Membership Tiers
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Annual Membership
Annual gifts totaling $12,000 or more each calendar year qualifies you as a member of the Abell Circle. This amount covers one bright teen’s full program fee, ensuring 100% financial aid for a participant who meets SSP’s low-income guidelines. -
Lifetime Membership
Total cumulative giving of $100,000 or more qualifies you for a lifetime membership in the Abell Circle. This prestigious membership underscores your enduring commitment to the future of SSP International’s unparalleled STEM education. -
Exclusive Benefits for Members
- Invitation to an annual Abell Circle virtual STEM talk
- Preview of new curricula before they are announced
- Special invite to a pre-Annual Gathering dinner with the Board of Directors
- Two complimentary tickets to the Annual Gathering, where you will be recognized from the podium for your invaluable support
- Prominent recognition on the SSP International website, in the Universal Times Annual Report, and at the Annual Gathering (with your permission), showcasing your dedication to advancing science education
Recognition
Thank you to our generous Giving Circle Members!
Neeraj Agrawal & Papri Sarkar
Dwight Baum ‘60
Lauren Blum ‘76
Joshua Dillon ‘04
Ron Irving ‘68
Michael McKay ‘78
Reagan Moore ‘62
Philip Nolan ‘76
Miruna Oprescu ‘09 & Eric Metodiev
Guy Oranim & Sharon Rechter
Timothy Ryan ‘72
Gordon Stitt ‘73
Karl & Lisa Sun
Jennifer & Linus Upson
Anonymous
Randy & Cheryl Altschuler
Stephen Blumenkranz ‘67
YJ Cha ‘09 & Jonathan Gootenberg
Richard Chuang ‘74
Bruce Dunham ‘80
Gregory & Michelle Emi
Kenneth Hannsgen ‘59
Julie Pottinger
Henry Roe ‘91
Helen Shin ‘82
Barrie Trinkle ‘77
Lisa Wang ‘09
Anonymous (2)
Blaise Aguera y Arcas ‘92
Ricky Balthrop ‘74
Rachel Berk ‘97
Ed Bertschinger ‘75
Jennifer Blankenhorn ‘74
Kenneth Brand ‘74
Scott Bredall & Janie Yap-Bredall
Daniel Brosnan ‘59
Michelle & Ronald Burch
Gabriel Cadamuro ‘07
Siyuan Chen & Jun Lin
Cantor Kyle Cotler
Steven Dickman ‘79
Andy & Sue Esquivel
Ed Fenstermacher ‘68
Charles Daniel Gelatt ‘64
Mark Green ‘63
Brian & Terri Green
Danya Greider
Alan Gross ‘62
Woodruff Halsey
Karen Harris
Brian Hayes ‘84
Lawrence & Yvette Hochberg
Yonatan (Johnny) Israeli ‘10
Matthew Jachowski ‘01
Robert Kaminsky ‘74
Eric Korevaar ‘76
Michael Krippendorf ‘74 & Dorothy Noyes
Julian Krolik ‘66
Richard Kubelka ‘69
Jeffrey Lagarias ‘66
David Latham ‘73
Joel Levin ‘65
Kathleen Lewis
Henry Lichstein ‘60
Barry Lieberman ‘63
James Liu ‘06
Jeff Marsh ‘71
Quinton McArthur
Scott Michael ‘84
Scott Pace ’75
Julianne Plumb & Andrew Bettwy
Steven Rappaport ‘74
William ‘59 & Kara Rosenberg
Frank & Stephanie Ruperto
Jeff Saye ‘80
Janine Scancarelli ‘76
Harold Schloss ‘76
George Sharman ‘62
Eric Smith ‘60
Katherine Staton ‘76
Robert Stellingwerf ‘64
Michael Thacher & Rhonda Rundle
Jennine Townsend ‘78
Beverly Turner
Andrew Van Horn ‘62
Oakley Van Slyke ‘64
Sergei Vassilvitskii ‘97
Christopher Vinnard ‘90
Timothy Wallstrom ‘74
Laura Kang Ward ‘79
Rick & Tamar Weerts
Michael Weiss ‘74
Jingli Wen
Chris Wyman ‘94
Michael Wyman ‘97
Anonymous (1)
Dwight Baum ’60
Lauren Blum ’76
Joshua Dillon’04
Bruce Dunham ‘80
Ron & Gail Irving ‘68
Susan Jerian ‘79
Mitchell Kapor ‘66
Eric Korevaar ‘76
Henry Lichstein ‘60
Michael McKay ‘78
Reagan Moore ‘62
Philip Nolan ‘76
Julie Cotler Pottinger
Henry Roe ‘91
Helen Shin ‘82
Gordon Stitt ‘73
Karl & Lisa Sun
Barrie Trinkle ‘77
Duowei Xu
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