Spring Upward:

15 Years & 1,500 Scholars

Imagine how much stronger our region would be if every adult had access to the education and training they needed to reach their potential. For 15 years, Upward Scholars has made it possible for 1,500 working adults to persist in their community college education and pursue the degree or professional training necessary to improve their lives and careers, uplift their families, and advance our community. 

Your support today is life-changing and shows our dedicated students that you care about their success. Strengthen our local community by investing in your neighbors’ educational and professional advancement.

Your donation is an investment in our community’s future. Spring Upward by giving today!

Donate online

Donate by DAF

Donations through DAFs sometimes come in anonymously, so please email Operations & Finance Director Marta Dugarte at marta@upwardscholars.org to let us know your donation is on the way. This way, we have a chance to thank you for your generosity.

Donate Stock

Enjoy significant benefits when you donate appreciated stock. For details about giving stock or other publicly traded securities to Upward Scholars, please contact Operations & Finance Director Marta Dugarte at marta@upwardscholars.org.

Donate by Check

Make your check payable to Upward Scholars. Be sure to include your name, email address, and street address so we can acknowledge your donation.

Send your check to:

Upward Scholars
330 Twin Dolphin Dr, Ste 101,
Redwood City, CA 94065

Donate from Your IRA

If you’re over 70, you may be eligible to make a qualified charitable distribution from your retirement account. Consult your financial advisor.

Corporate Gifts & Sponsorships

Leverage your company’s assets for good and give a corporate gift or sponsor an event. For more information on how to do so, contact Individual & Corporate Giving Officer Angie Briones at angie.briones@upwardscholars.org.