Endowments
An endowment is a gift that keeps on giving. By establishing or contributing to an endowed fund, your support is invested to generate income year after year. It provides stable, ongoing resources for scholarships, programs, or faculty initiatives.
Endowments create a lasting impact, ensuring that students at College of the Desert will continue to have access to quality education and opportunities for generations to come.
Establish an endowment today and ensure your generosity lives on.
$1 MILLION+ Awarded in Scholarships
in 2024 - 2025
Your gift helps students achieve their dreams and build brighter futures. Make a donation to the College of the Desert Foundation today.
Latest News
Spring Newsletter 2026
Our Spring 2026 Newsletter is here! From unforgettable moments like Stepping Out for COD to life-changing global learning experiences and the impact of community giving, this issue highlights how your support is opening doors for students at College of the Desert and...
CODF Convo at GradFest 2026
Because of our incredible donors, every graduate in the Class of 2026 at College of the Desert received their regalia at no cost, with no barriers, just the chance to show up and fully celebrate this milestone. At GradFest, that impact came to life. From picking up...
Winter Newsletter 2026
Our Winter 2026 Newsletter is here! Inside, you’ll find stories of generosity in action, updates on initiatives like plEDGE for All, highlights from recent Foundation events, and the meaningful impact your support is making for College of the Desert students across...