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Support El Centro

El Centro’s programs are made possible through a combination of student fees, supplemental grants, and the generous support of alumni, allies, and community members. Your donation directly funds programs and services that advance Latiné student success and empower future leaders. Join us in amplifying El Centro’s past, present, and future impact. Every gift—no matter the size—makes a meaningful difference.

Invest in Latiné Student Success and Leadership

Your support creates real opportunities for our students. Here’s how your contribution can make an impact:

$25 can provide a book or publication for the El Centro Library, which offers students access to a range of free books on Latiné communities, higher education, fiction, nonfiction, comics, and more.
$100 can fund a Pan Dulce Friday, an informal space for community dialogue on topics that matter. We welcome collaboration from student orgs, campus units, faculty, staff, students, and community members.
$500 can support a student’s travel and registration to a professional conference, helping them gain essential skills, networks, and tools for future success.
$1,000 can sponsor a student workshop focused on cultural affirmation, social justice, and leadership development. These workshops connect students with campus resources and explore cultural, social, and historical topics related to Chicanx and Latiné communities.
$5,000 can fund an undergraduate student intern, expanding access to paid leadership opportunities in outreach, program development, and career preparation.
$10,000 can fully sponsor one of El Centro’sannual cornerstone events—such as La Bienvenida, Día de los Muertos Ceremonia, or the Chicanx Latinx Year-End Ceremony—which serve up to 2,000 participants and play a vital role in fostering community and belonging on campus.

Ways to Give

Make a donation today using our secure online platform:

Visit the UCSC Online Giving Designations site.
Click “Click here to select a Gift Designation.”
Scroll to the Student Life category and select Chicano/Latino Resource Center (El Centro).

Other Giving Options

Immediate gifts: Donate online, by phone, or by mail (check, credit card, or wire transfer).
Recurring gifts: Set up regular contributions via credit card, bank transfer, or check.
Securities: Gifts of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds can be directed to El Centro through the UCSC Foundation.
Planned giving: Include El Centro in your estate planning through the UCSC Foundation. Call (831) 459-5227 to learn more.