Give Online
The fastest way to give to International House is to make a gift online at ihouse.berkeley.edu/give. Our secure site allows you to make a one-time contribution to I-House or to set up a recurring monthly donation.
Give by Mail
You can mail a check made out to International House to the address below:
International House Berkeley
PO Box 40077
Berkeley, CA 94704
You may also donate via credit card by downloading a gift form, filling it out, and mailing it to the PO Box address above.
Give by Wire/ACH Transfer
Wire transfers are used for gifts made from both within and outside the United States, while Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers can only be sent from domestic banks; they will not work from international banks.
For information on how to direct your gift via wire or ACH transfer, please contact our philanthropy team at philanthropy@ihouseberkeley.org or (510) 295-0208.
Give through the UC Berkeley Foundation
All gifts, including legacy gifts, can be made to International House via the University of California, Berkeley Foundation (UCBF). Make your gift through UCBF or contact us at philanthropy@ihouseberkeley.org.
Please note that a portion of each gift made to International House via UCBF is allocated to UC Berkeley’s fundraising and engagement efforts.
Give from Abroad
International House works with the UC Berkeley Foundation and other partners to facilitate giving from abroad.
Canada: If you make a gift to International House via the UC Berkeley Foundation, your gift is tax-deductible in Canada as prescribed by Canadian law. The University of California, Berkeley, is recognized as a tax-exempt organization by Revenue Canada (Tax ID 154146).
Hong Kong: Hong Kong taxpayers can make donations in Hong Kong dollars or U.S. dollars via the University of California Foundation Limited in Hong Kong. Contributions will be tax-deductible as provided for under Section 88 of the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Ordinance. The Foundation will collect your contribution and forward it to International House via the UC Berkeley Foundation.
United Kingdom: British and U.S. taxpayers can make donations in pounds sterling to International House via the University of California Trust, which is a registered British Charity (No. 1075405). This allows UK taxpayers to receive UK tax benefits, including Gift Aid, which the Trust can collect and forward to International House.
Donors with tax liabilities in both the UK and the US can give to UC Berkeley via the CAF American Donor Fund, which is designed for dual US/UK taxpayers. This fund, trading as Southampton Row Trust Ltd., enables US citizens living in the UK to receive tax benefits in both countries for their contributions.
Other European Countries: European taxpayers may give to International House via Giving Europe, which currently covers 19 countries. Donors make a gift to the national Giving Europe partner in their country, which then transfers the gift to the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) in London. This process allows donors to receive all the national fiscal advantages available in their home country. CAF will then forward your gift to International House with the assistance of the University of California Trust (UK).
For more information on international giving, please contact our philanthropy team at philanthropy@ihouseberkeley.org or (510) 295-0208.
Give Securities
Giving shares of stock, mutual funds, or other appreciated assets can provide tax advantages. We encourage you to consult your tax advisor and broker regarding the tax deductibility and timing of your donation of publicly traded securities:
Please provide your broker with the following information to ensure that your gift is delivered to our account:
Receiving Institution: Vanguard Brokerage Services
DTC Code: 0062
Account Title: International House – The Fund for I-House
Account Number: 62148740
Federal Tax Identification # 94-1167403
IMPORTANT: As donor information does not always accompany securities when transferred, please let us know that you have initiated a gift transfer by emailing philanthropy@ihouseberkeley.org with:
- Name of donor, mailing address, and telephone number;
- Name of stock or mutual fund, ticker symbol, and number of shares to be donated;
- Anticipated date of transfer.
Give from your IRA
Making a gift to I-House as a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) from your individual retirement account can be a great way to maximize your giving potential while also saving on taxes. A QCD, also known as a "charitable rollover," is a distribution from an IRA directly to a qualified charity. The QCD amount can be counted towards your annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and is not included in your federal taxable income.
To qualify:
- You must be 70½ or older at the time of the distribution.
- The distribution must come directly from an IRA custodian.
- QCD distributions cannot exceed $111,000 per year, per individual.
- You cannot receive any goods or services in return for the gift.
- Gifts should be directly to International House (Federal Tax ID # 94-1167403)
Download this Sample Letter of Instruction that can be filled out and sent to your IRA custodian to direct your charitable distribution to International House.
Give from your Donor Advised Fund
A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a tax-advantaged charitable giving vehicle that allows donors to make a charitable contribution to a public charity and recommend grants to qualified nonprofit organizations like International House. If you have established a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) through your financial institution, you can easily recommend a grant to International House.
Checks may be made payable to International House at UC Berkeley and mailed to:
International House Berkeley
PO Box 40077
Berkeley, CA 94704
The International House Federal Tax ID is 94-1167403.
IMPORTANT: Please be sure to ask that your DAF sponsoring organization provide your name and address so that we can acknowledge your generosity!
Another great way to support I-House is by listing International House as a beneficiary of your DAF. This is a wonderful way to make a lasting impact that will support our mission for years to come.
Give Through your Will or Estate Plan
Is International House in your will/estate plan or would you like help arranging that? Our philanthropy team can assist you with planning your gift. Find out how you can leave a legacy at International House.
Speak with our Philanthropy Team
If you would like help making your philanthropic gift, or if you would like to discuss naming opportunities, a member of our philanthropy team will happily talk with you in person, via Zoom, or over the phone. Please contact us at philanthropy@ihouseberkeley.org or (510) 295-0208.
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International House is a nonprofit organization, independent from UC Berkeley. Taxpayer Identification # 94-1167403