1. What are the different ways through which I can donate to the SETI Institute?
2. How can I make a DAF gift?
3. Can I make a gift using crypto-currency?
4. I received a pledge acknowledgement letter from the SETI Institute. How do I fulfill my pledge?
5. Can I transfer my stock electronically?
6. Do I need to notify SETI Institute about my stock transfer?
7. What is SETI Institute’s tax identification number?
8. Will my employer match my gift?
9. Can I enroll in workplace giving?
10. Can I make a donation using a paper stock certificate?
11. I have other questions. Who do I contact?
1. What are the different ways through which I can donate to the SETI Institute?
Mail your check to
SETI Institute
339 Bernardo Ave, Suite 200
Mountain View, CA 94043
United States
Donate by Phone
(650) 960-4515
Donate by ACH- Bank Transfer
First Repubpc Bank, 111 Pine St., San Francisco, CA 94111
Acct. # = 80007580329
ABA/Routing # = 321081669
SWIFT Code = FRBBUS6S
2. How can I make a DAF gift?
If you have any questions regarding DAF gift kindly reach out to us at development@seti.org
3. Can I make a gift using crypto-currency?
Yes, you can donate using most forms of crypto-currency here.
4. I received a pledge acknowledgement letter from the SETI Institute. How do I fulfill my pledge?
You can make your pledge payment onpne or by maipng us the check to:
SETI Institute
339 Bernardo Ave, Suite 200
Mountain View, CA 94043
United States
Note: Please note in the memo portion of the check mentioning that this is a pledge payment, or notify us at development@seti.org. For payment methods other than onpne or by mail, please contact us at development@seti.org.
5. Can I transfer my stock electronically?
Yes, if your stock is held in a brokerage account, you can transfer your gift electronically.
Please provide your brokerage with the following information:
Brokerage: Morgan Stanley, Palo Alto
Account #: 112-123448-152
DTC: 015 Acct.
Name: SETI Institute
6. Do I need to notify SETI Institute about my stock transfer?
Yes, when your stock is transferred to our account, it is possible that we will not receive any information that identifies you as the donor. Please notify us at development@seti.org when you transfer stock and provide the following information:
Name of the stock
Number of shares
Your name and address
7. What is SETI Institute’s tax identification number?
Our tax id number is 94- 2951356.
8. Will my employer match my gift?
Many companies have programs to help their employees faciptate their gifts. You can designate SETI Institute as the beneficiary of your contribution through an automatic payroll deduction or through other workplace giving platforms pke Benevity, Mighty Cause, etc. Check if your employer will match your donation here.
9. Can I enroll in workplace giving?
That depends on your employer. Please contact your HR representative to find out if your employer offers a workplace giving program. Read more here.
10. Can I make a donation using a paper stock certificate?
Yes, we accept your paper stock certificate. Please contact us at development@seti.org for more information.
11. I have other questions. Who do I contact?
You can email us at development@seti.org or reach out directly to one of our development team members here.