Santa Clara University

Meeting future challenges

The University recognizes that successful alliances between academia and other sectors—governmental, nonprofit, and commercial—will be key to meeting complex 21st-century challenges.

External funding can leverage the strength of our centers of distinction and other key programs, focusing faculty experts and the energy of our students toward innovative solutions.

Santa Clara’s foundation relations staff actively works with faculty, administrators, and foundation program officers throughout the grant-making cycle. The University also maintains a separate Sponsored Projects Office to manage active grants with intensive financial reporting requirements or detailed intellectual property provisions.

Contact us

We encourage you to browse our Web site and contact our staff to explore those areas where Santa Clara’s key funding needs and outstanding programs intersect with your giving interests.