Your gift to the Palo Alto University Fund makes a difference where it matters most. Unrestricted support gives PAU the flexibility to address its most urgent needs, seize promising opportunities, and respond to challenges as they arise. Whether helping a student overcome an unexpected hardship, strengthening academic programs, or bringing a new initiative to life, your generosity empowers PAU to make a greater impact.
Give today to help PAU put resources where they can make the greatest difference. Your support opens doors, strengthens our community, and helps shape the future of mental health. Every contribution advances student success and prepares the next generation of mental health professionals to serve those who need them most.
The Clinics @ PAU provide affordable mental health services to the local area while giving students essential experience under the supervision of licensed professionals. Donor support can help extend care to more people and strengthen the education of future clinicians.
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Gifts to PAU’s Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work departments strengthen teaching, research, clinical training, and student experiences. Your support helps prepare counselors, psychologists, and clinical social workers with the knowledge and practical skills to serve individuals, families, and communities.
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The Maureen O’Connor Center for Teaching and Learning advances academic excellence by supporting educators and future educators across PAU.
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The Faculty Research Fund provides flexible support for new studies, pilot projects, student research opportunities, and the early work often needed before larger funding becomes available.
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Honor Dr. Kathryn Pryor’s legacy while doubling the impact of your gift. Your contributions to the Kathryn Pryor Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, helping PAU reach its $500,000 goal and support future clinical psychologists.
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An unexpected expense can put a student’s education at risk. The Student Emergency Fund provides timely assistance when students face urgent financial challenges.
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Scholarships help students remain focused on their education and prepare for careers serving others. Donors may support PAU’s general scholarship resources or select a named endowed fund.
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