Give Your Way
Open doors through education with the Jeannette Rankin Foundation
We invite you to be a force for good, like Jeannette. You can be an agent of change who makes an impact on women’s lives as they pursue their education and transform their futures..
“My mom dropped out of college to have me. She was fortunate enough to return later and finish and get her Masters in Social Work. I am donating in her honor.”
Jill S.
New York, JRF donor
Your support makes the educational dreams of women possible.
Endow a JRF Scholar Grant
Invest in the future of education by creating a lasting impact through a named scholarship.
Would you like to establish a legacy in education or honor a special person who inspired your education or supported your dreams?
Sponsor a Scholar
Invest in our grant and educational programs to support Rankin Foundation Scholars.
Would you like to sponsor a JRF Scholar? Your investment of $3,000 will provide a JRF Scholar with unrestricted funds for one school year.
Fundraise
Host a Facebook fundraiser or join the fun of our STAR Party.
Inspire others to give to the Jeannette Rankin Foundation by raising funds through social media, birthday and celebration fundraisers, and our annual STAR Party.
Volunteer
Become a Scholar Grant application reader or join a committee.
Give the gift of time and passion by volunteering with the Jeannette Rankin Foundation. We could not do our impactful work without our volunteers.
Prefer to send a check?
Please mail checks to: Jeannette Rankin Foundation, 1 Huntington Rd, Suite 701, Athens, GA 30606
Other ways to give
Workplace giving
Your employer likely has a workplace giving or gift matching program. Please talk to your HR office to make hassle-free donations directly from your paycheck.
Corporate partnerships
We offer custom sponsorship opportunities that put brands and organizations in front of a national audience who believes in the power of women and education.
Monthly giving
Monthly gifts provide year-round coaching and case management to support Scholars as they navigate college life, family commitments and career goals.
Contact Us
Have a question about giving or would like to discuss options? We look forward to answering your questions and exploring giving options that work best for you.
A gift to the Jeannette Rankin Foundation
strengthens resilience and empowers women 35 and older to complete their college education and build a better future for themselves, their families and their communities.
“We are proud to earn the highest seal of transparency among U.S. nonprofits.”
— Karen Sterk, Jeannette Rankin Foundation CEO
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Thank you for your support!
The Jeannette Rankin Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Tax ID 58-1273122
We could not do this life-changing work without you.