Donate to the Foundation

Your gift opens the underwater world

Every donation trains divers, funds scholarships, equips young scientists, and protects maritime heritage. Give today and help the next generation explore, understand, and steward the sea.

501(c)(3) tax-deductible charitable contribution

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Featured Scholarship Fund

The Dr. Albert José Jones Scholarship

Direct your tax-deductible gift to support high school, undergraduate, and graduate students from underrepresented communities in scuba certification, field expeditions, and mentorship.

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Donation Options

Choose how your gift makes an impact

One-time Gift

Make a single donation to support training, gear, and stewardship.

Monthly Giving

Sustained support that funds scholarships all year round.

Sponsor a Scholarship

Cover a participant's full certification and training path.

Equipment & Training

Directly fund the gear and instruction divers need to get in the water.

Impact Per Gift

What your donation supports

$25

Provides a dive log and training materials for a new diver.

$50

Provides essential training materials for a new diver.

$150

Funds a community cleanup dive and citizen science supplies.

$250

Covers certification costs for a scholarship recipient.

$500

Sponsors gear and field training for an aspiring diver.

$1,000

Funds a full scholarship pathway for one participant.

$2,500

Sponsors a full annual fellowship: certification, expedition, gear, and academic stipend.

Illustrative examples pending final confirmation.

Trust & Transparency

How your funds are used

We direct every dollar to training, scholarships, gear, and stewardship — and report openly on outcomes.

See our Impact Annual Reports

Employer Matching & Corporate Giving

Many employers match charitable gifts dollar-for-dollar. Check with your employer or contact us to coordinate corporate giving.

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Planned Giving & Major Gifts

Create lasting impact through bequests and major gifts that sustain the mission for generations. Let's talk about your goals.

Donation FAQ

Common questions about giving

Is my donation tax-deductible?: The UAS Divers Foundation is a registered nonprofit. Donations may be tax-deductible — consult your tax advisor and retain your receipt.
Will I receive a receipt?: Yes. A receipt is sent to the email you provide at the time of your gift.
Can I change or cancel a recurring gift?: Absolutely. You can adjust or cancel monthly giving at any time through your email receipt or by contacting us.
How are funds used?: Funds go directly to training, scholarships, gear, and stewardship programs. See our Impact and Annual Reports for details.