Tax deductibility depends on your country of residence. Donations to scholarships through the IMD Scholarship Foundation are generally tax deductible. Gifts to research centers and initiatives are not. If you are interested in making a gift to research, please schedule a call with our team to discuss your philanthropic objectives.

The IMD Scholarship Foundation is a tax-exempt, Swiss public entity (IDE/UID CHE-109.988.649). Donations are governed by our privacy policy. Support from the IMD Scholarship Foundation usually takes the form of individual tuition fee reduction.

No. One hundred percent of your donation to the IMD Scholarship Foundation goes to scholarships.

You can easily set up recurring donations for scholarships through our online giving page by choosing the frequency (monthly, quarterly, annually) and the amount you wish to donate. Recurring donations provide sustained support and help us plan for long-term initiatives.

We are honored that you are considering IMD in your estate plans. Estate planning is highly personalized. Therefore, we recommend that you first contact Brian Wahlen, Director of Development for a private consultation in person or by phone.

Yes, IMD accepts donations of stocks and securities. This can be a tax-efficient way to support our mission. Please contact our development office for instructions on how to transfer your assets.

If you have a family member applying to IMD’s degree programs and you would like to make a gift to IMD, we strongly suggest that you wait until after the admissions decision to make your donation.

Named scholarship funds have a place in IMD’s applications, admissions, and stewardship calendars. As such, it is important that we align with your expectations, the needs of prospective students, and IMD’s rigorous admissions criteria. Minimum funding requirements may vary. To demonstrate long-term impact, IMD recommends that named scholarship funds have at least a three-year lifespan.

A chair is a faculty leadership position. They are often linked to centers and initiatives at IMD that correspond to their area of expertise. Chairs teach courses, conduct research, and lead programs, initiatives, or centers. Due to the nature of their work, philanthropic commitments for chairs are typically paid over a period of five years or more.

Many companies offer matching gift programs that can double or even triple your donation. Check with your employer to see if they have a matching gift program and provide the necessary forms to our office.

IMD values all contributions and recognizes donors in various ways, including naming opportunities on campus, on our website, and through specific communications.

Your donation will directly support scholarships, research, and initiatives that drive innovation and excellence in management education. We regularly update donors on the impact of their contributions through reports and specific communications.