Ways to give to York
Your Gift Can Change Lives.
When you give to the University of York, you’re doing more than making a donation—you’re helping shape futures. Your support fuels world-changing research, opens doors for students who’ve overcome significant barriers to reach university, and empowers every graduate to thrive beyond York—ready to shape the world as confident, compassionate change makers. Together, we’re building a university where talent and ambition are never limited by circumstance.
With your help, York becomes the University of Opportunity.
Give directly to our funds
By supporting our flagship funds, you're empowering a diverse community of students and researchers to explore bold ideas and build lasting solutions that strengthen our world for generations to come.
Explore ways to give to York
From adding gift aid to your donations, to making a donation in your will there are so many ways you can make a difference.
Tax efficient giving
There are many other easy ways to donate than making a cash payment and some of these are also tax efficient.
International Giving
USA
American donors can donate to the University of York in America . We are a 501(c) (3) organisation (EIN number: 30-0241333) and donations are tax deductible.
Find out more about The University of York in America.
If you would like to donate by check please make it payable to University of York in America and send it to:
University of York in America Inc
1350 Avenue of the Americas,
Floor 2, Suite 266,
New York, NY 10019
Gift in your will:
A gift in your will can make a lasting contribution for generations, whatever area of the University you are most passionate to support. We can provide advice on how to arrange this and work with you to design a gift that reflects your interests and values.
Canada
The University of York has been granted Prescribed University Status with the Canada Revenue Agency meaning that Canadian donors can benefit from tax effective giving.
If you would like a Canadian receipt please email Giving@york.ac.uk
Other countries
The University is registered with the Transnational Giving Europe network enabling corporations and individuals resident in France, Germany, Spain and Switzerland to support the University, while benefiting directly from the tax advantages provided for in the legislation of their country of residence.
If you would like to donate via the TGE please contact Vicky.Patteson@york.ac.uk for more information.
Donors from other countries have the option of donating in pounds or US dollars via our website.
How your support changes lives
Give with intention, create lasting impact—your generosity can do more, for the public good and for you.
Giving to York can change lives. Whether that’s funding the next research breakthrough, or helping students who have experienced multiple barriers getting to university find their place at York.
Find out more about the impact of your giving.