How do I send a check to Science Friday?
Write your check to “Science Friday” and mail to:
160 Varick St., 7th FloorNew York, NY 10013
If you’re concerned about its arrival, email [email protected] and let us know we can expect it. We try to deposit checks as soon as we receive them.
Am I able to log in to your website and update my credit card and personal information?
Yes! Click here to manage your contact information, email subscription, and contributions.
Is my gift tax-deductible?
It sure is! Science Friday is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and your gifts are fully tax-deductible. Our Employer Identification Number is 13-4252173.
Can I make a gift through a donor advised fund, and if so, what is your EIN number:
Yes, you can make a gift of cash or stocks through a donor advised fund. Our Employer Identification Number is 13-4252173.
Can I make a gift of stock?
Yes, please download this template with information on how to initiate your gift of stock and email to [email protected].
What is my donation used for?
Funds from your donation will support all of Science Friday projects, including the radio program, web materials, education resources, events, podcasts, and videos.
Can I donate using PayPal or Apple Pay?
Yes! When you make an online donation you have the option to donate via credit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
I lost my donation receipt, where can I get a copy for tax purposes?
First, check your email for a receipt from Science Friday Initiative. Otherwise, please write to [email protected] to request a digital or paper copy.
Payroll Giving
Want to make supporting Science Friday part of your regular routine? Through payroll giving, you may be able to automatically contribute to Science Friday directly from your paycheck.
It’s an easy way to provide steady, reliable support for the science journalism, conversations, and curiosity you count on—without having to remember to make a separate gift each month.
How to get started
Use the search tool above to see whether your employer offers a payroll giving program. If they do, you’ll be guided through the steps to enroll and select Science Friday as the organization you’d like to support.
Once you’re set up, your contributions will be made automatically through your employer’s payroll system.
Why give through your paycheck?
- It’s easy: Once you enroll, your gifts happen automatically with each participating paycheck.
- Small gifts can make a big difference: Even a few dollars at a time adds up. For example, $10 every other week becomes $260 in support over the course of a year.
- Your support is consistent: Recurring contributions provide Science Friday with dependable funding we can count on throughout the year.
- It helps us plan ahead: Reliable support allows us to invest in ambitious science journalism, educational resources, and new ways to bring science to curious people everywhere.
Your employer’s payroll giving program may have its own rules regarding eligibility and tax treatment, so check with your employer or benefits administrator for details.
For any other inquiries, contact Annie Nero at [email protected] or (212) 840-2244 ext. 31.