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Your contributions support our scholars who value and advance the ideas of a free and open society. Every gift assists in funding research and career development programs that help faculty make an impact on their campuses and in the broader world of ideas.

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Support Our Scholars and Help Make an Impact!

Your contributions support our scholars who value and advance the ideas of a free and open society. Every gift assists in funding research and career development programs that help faculty make an impact on their campuses and in the broader world of ideas.

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Explore Our Initiatives:

01.

Inspiring Students

We partner with professors in our community to host educational programs on college campuses across the country, introducing thousands of students every year to ideas within the classical liberal tradition.

02.

Developing Future Faculty

We support talented graduate students with serious scholarly potential to develop their skills, navigate the academic job market, and launch successful careers as professors.

03.

Empowering Professors

We provide research support to professors advancing progress in the academic and public conversations that matter most to a free society.

Explore How IHS is Making an Impact

Visit our Legacy page to understand how your support can make an impact!

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04.

Transforming Discourse

We support and connect a growing community of scholars who—no matter their ideological commitments— stand up for the values of free and open inquiry, in the academy and in the public square.

Testimonial

”“IHS has really been the pivotal institution that has changed my life, and that has been the vehicle by which I’ve made a lot of my best friends… that has not only enriched my mind but enriched my soul, through the inspiring people I’ve met. The greatest benefit of IHS was the community.”

Professor Todd ZywickiGeorge Mason University

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I donate by mail?

Please mail your check to:
Institute for Humane Studies
P.O. Box 70872
Charlotte, NC 28272

IHS’s headquarters will remain in Arlington, VA.

How do I donate online?

You can donate online at TheIHS.org/donate.

How do I donate via wire or ACH?

Bank Name: Pinnacle Financial Partners
Account Name: Institute for Humane Studies
Account Number: 800108102872
ABA Number: 064008637
Swift Code (if applicable): PNFPUS44
Bank Address for Wire/ACH:

Pinnacle Financial Partners
150 3rd Ave South
Nashville, TN 37201

How do I donate Stock?

Have your broker contact ours using the following information:

Name: Merrill Lynch
Contact: Robert Testwuide
Account #: 86Q-04013
ABA #: 044-000-804
DTC #: 8862
Phone: 703-464-8809
Fax: 703-467-9340
Address: 11951 Freedom Drive, Freedom Square, 17th Floor, Reston, VA 20190

At the time of the transfer, for audit and acknowledgement purposes, please provide us with:
Your name and complete address
Name and number of securities transferred

If you have any questions, please contact Gary Leff at gleff@ihs.gmu.edu or 1-800-697-8799.

Is my donation to IHS tax deductible?

Yes, IHS is a 501(c)(3) organization, and donations made to IHS are 100% tax deductible. Our tax identification number is 94-1623852.

What is your refund policy?

If you have made an error in making your donation or change your mind about contributing to the Institute for Humane Studies, we will honor your request for a refund within 30 days of your donation. To request a refund, please reach out to us via email at Donations@TheIHS.org. Refunds are returned using the original method of payment.

What if I have questions about my donation?

Our team will be happy to help you; please email us at Donations@TheIHS.org.

If you have any questions, please contact Gary Leff at gleff@ihs.gmu.edu or 1-800-697-8799.

The Institute is an educational organization described in sections 501(c)(3) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) of the Internal Revenue

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Want to Learn More About Giving?

Reach out if you have any questions about making a donation to IHS, or would like to know more about our organization.

Here is the timeline for our application process:

  1. Apply for a position 
  2. An HR team member will review your application submission  
  3. If selected for consideration, you will speak with a recruiter 
  4. If your experience and skills match the role, you will interview with the hiring manager
  5. If you are a potential fit for the position, you will interview with additional staff members
  6. If you are the candidate chosen, we will extend a job offer

 

All candidates will be notified regarding the status of their application within two to three weeks of submission. As new positions often become available, we encourage you to visit our site frequently for additional opportunities that align with your interests and skills.