Make a Gift
Empower tomorrow’s innovators today. Share the power of science and help us foster a sense of belonging in academia through SSP International. Your gift inspires brilliant young minds to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges – from climate change to space exploration.
The Impact of Giving
Thanks to our incredible donors, SSP International can offer generous financial aid and stipends to participants of the Summer Science Program, expand our programs to include exciting new projects, hire world-class faculty, support alumni who are first-generation college students throughout their careers, and much more.
Our donors have enabled us to make science education more inclusive, impactful, and accessible.
- In 2024, 48% of our Summer Science Program participants received financial aid, totaling $1.5 million.
- Since 2024, 12 Summer Science Program participants who would otherwise have to work in the summer have received $3,000 stipends in addition to free participation each summer.
- In 2024, we had 107 young alumni mentors and 174 mentees participating in SSP Connect. Since its beginning in 2020, we have had 581 mentors, and 676 mentees participate.
Your Giving in Action
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$300 sponsors one participant’s travel to the Summer Science Program
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$500 sponsors the attendance of a guest speaker
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$3,000 provides a lost-wages stipend for a participant who would otherwise need to work over the summer
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$9,800 sponsors the full program fee for one participant
Your Support Pays Dividends
When you invest in SSP International, you’re not just funding education – you’re shaping the future of science, technology, and humanity. Your support fuels the next generation of leaders in STEM, ensuring that your investment has ripple effects for decades to come.
The IRS has designated SSP International as a 501(c)(3) education nonprofit, EIN 94-3341964. Your contributions are deductible as provided by law.
Alternate Giving Options
Send your donation by mail to SSP International, Inc., 1207 Delaware Ave #680, Wilmington, DE 19806. Download this form to include with your check.
After the age of 70 ½ donating up to $100,000 directly to SSP International from your traditional IRA is absolutely free of income or capital gains taxes and counts toward your annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). It’s a smarter alternative to donating after-tax dollars.
To give:
1. Email donations@ssp.org and include your name, email, financial institution, and expected donation amount.
2. Convey SSP International’s EIN (94-3341965) and mailing address (SSP International, Inc., 1207 Delaware Ave #680, Wilmington, DE 19806) to your IRA custodian with the donation amount.
After receiving the funds, we will send a letter of acknowledgment with our sincere thanks.
Questions? Email donations@ssp.org or call 866.728.0999
Make a bigger impact by donating long-term appreciated securities, including stock, bonds, and mutual funds, directly to SSP International. When you donate stock, you can generally take a tax deduction for the full fair market value.
Follow these steps:
1. Email donations@ssp.org and include your name, email, financial institution, number of shares, stock name or symbol.
2. Convey SSP International’s EIN (94-3341965) and mailing address (SSP International, Inc., 1207 Delaware Ave #680, Wilmington, DE 19806) to your financial institution.
After receiving the funds, we will send a letter of acknowledgment and thanks.
Questions? Email donations@ssp.org or call 866.728.0999
Become a recurring monthly donor and make a lasting impact on the next generation of scientists and leaders. With a gift as little as $5 a month, you can provide students with year-round access to world-class science education, hands-on research opportunities, and dedicated mentorship. Together, we can empower curious minds, break down barriers, and shape a brighter future—one month at a time.
A charitable gift annuity (CGA) is a wonderful way to support SSP International while securing a fixed income for yourself or a loved one. By contributing to a CGA, you can receive reliable payments for life, while also making a significant difference in the lives of the students we serve.
How It Works:
• You make a gift to SSP International, and in return, you receive fixed payments for life. These payments can be made annually, quarterly, or monthly, depending on your preferences.
• A portion of your contribution may be tax-deductible, and you may benefit from lower capital gains taxes if you contribute appreciated assets.
• After your lifetime, the remaining balance of your gift will support SSP International’s mission to provide educational opportunities for underrepresented students.
Interested in learning more? Email donations@ssp.org or call 866.728.0999
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