Ready to donate to the University of Melbourne? Discover easy, step-by-step instructions for how to make a donation online, by phone, mail or by other methods.
Create lasting change
We’ve made giving to the University simple. Discover all the ways you can donate below – whichever method suits you, you can set up regular giving to generate a pipeline of support for future leaders or make a one-off donation to a cause you care about. No matter how much you give, every donation matters and contributes to a brighter future at the University and beyond.
Ways of donating to the University
You can choose the way that suits you best – donate online through our secure form, make a gift by phone, or send your donation by mail. Every contribution, no matter how it’s made, helps support the University’s students, research and community.
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How to donate online
Make an immediate impact in a few simple steps:- Go to the University’s online giving platform – this is the secure way to make your donation.
- Choose your donation cause. You can direct your gift to an area that matters most to you, such as scholarships that help students succeed, a faculty you value, or another University priority.
- Decide on your donation type. There are two options available:
- Make a one-time donation for immediate impact, or
- Set up a recurring gift that provides ongoing support for students, researchers and academics.
- Nominate your amount – select the gift size that feels right for you.
- Complete your donation. Finalise your details online and know that every contribution helps enable life-changing research and supports the next generation of leaders.
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How to donate by mail
Making a gift by mail is simple and gives you the flexibility to choose where your support goes. Follow these steps:- Download and print our donation form.
- Complete the form with your details and chosen gift area.
- Post the form to:
Advancement Office
University of Melbourne
Victoria 3010 Australia
You can direct your donation to the area that matters most to you – from research tackling global challenges to funds that provide immediate support for students in need. -
How to donate by phone
Making a donation by phone is quick and personal. Our team can guide you through the process and help you choose the area you’d like to support.- Call our Advancement support team on +61 3 9035 4054, our friendly support staff will direct your call to the gift processing team.
- Discuss your gift and what area of the University you’d like to support.
- Nominate your donation cause – whether it’s scholarships, research or student support.
- Ask about regular giving if you’d like to set up ongoing contributions, and we’ll guide you through the steps of our online process.
Every phone donation helps create opportunities, fund discovery and strengthen the University community.
How to choose your donation cause?
When you donate to the University of Melbourne, you can direct your gift to the area that matters most to you:
- Help students succeed
- Fund scholarships that open doors
- Advance University research
- Contribute to an academic division or research institute
- Strengthen a college community
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Explore useful information and learn more about our inspiring donor community.
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Areas to support
There is a broad range of causes you can support through the University. From helping students succeed to funding important research, discover an area to support that you’re passionate about.
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News and events
Stay connected with your passionate University community through thought-provoking public lectures, events celebrating our donor community or expert commentary on global issues.
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Impact of giving
The generosity of our donor community can be felt across industries – and will continue to improve lives for generations to come. Learn more about how our supporters are building a brighter future.
How to donate FAQs
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Alumni give back to support the next generation of students, advance research and strengthen the University’s role in the community. Donations help create scholarships, fund discovery and sustain programs that make a lasting impact.
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You can donate in the way that works best for you – online, by phone or by mail. There are also many other ways to give to the University, such as leaving a gift in your Will, donating from overseas, making a donation as a staff member, or giving in memory of a loved one. Simply choose your preferred method and direct your gift to the area that matters most to you.
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Donating online is simple and secure. Complete the online donation form to select your cause, enter your details and make a gift instantly. Our giving website includes all the different areas you can support.
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