Why Give?
Our most constant and generous support comes from individuals and community partners just like you, who believe in the power of education and the lasting value of a learning experience that shapes one’s life. A gift to the annual fund helps TLC meet its most immediate needs and initiatives that would otherwise not be possible, such as:
- Hands-on exhibitions and workshops
- Interactive school-age programming at the L.A. County Fair
- Vocational training that helps students find employment
- Leadership opportunities for high school students
- Quality early childhood education and parent support services
Where to Give?
It’s your choice.
Our most constant and generous support comes from individuals and community partners just like you, who believe in the power of education and the lasting value of a learning experience that shapes one’s life. A gift to the annual fund helps TLC meet its most immediate needs and initiatives that would otherwise not be possible, such as:
Unrestricted Support
Unrestricted gifts support all of the programs of The Learning Centers. Your contributions help create memorable learning experiences, resources for our diverse community and tools for our participants to succeed. TLC Annual Fund support is critical to the success of our mission of bringing learning to life.
Direct Support
Direct gifts support the program or programs of your choice. To learn more about each of the TLC programs and their impact on the community click on the links below.
Ways to Give
There are numerous ways to help The Learning Centers at Fairplex bring learning to life and receive generous tax breaks and savings opportunities at the same time.
To donate now to The Learning Centers at Fairplex, provide your contact and payment information on our online donation form linked in the sub navigation under Give Now. For your convenience we accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover. Your gift will be processed by the next business day and a receipt will be mailed to you.
Check or Money Orders
If you would like to mail in your gift, send a check or money order payable to The Learning Centers at Fairplex. Our mailing address is:
The Learning Centers at Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley Ave
Pomona, Ca 91768
Pledges
If you prefer to pledge a gift that can be paid in multiple consecutive installments, contact the TLC Development office at 909-865-4205.
Recurring Gifts
Monthly or yearly donations can be made over the phone via credit card by calling the TLC Development office at 909-865-4205.
Gifts of Securities
Your gift of securities, such as stocks, mutual fund shares or other appreciated assets can be an advantageous and tax-efficient method for supporting the educational programs of The Learning Centers at Fairplex. For more information, contact Nena Hernandez at 909-865-4207 or nhernandez@fairplex.com.
Planned Gifts
Planned gifts is wonderful way to pursue philanthropic passions through a variety of different methods, Consider our organization as you plan your trust, bequest, endowment, and estate options that can ensure relevant educational opportunities are available at Fairplex for years to come. For more information, please contact Nena Hernandez at 909-865-4207 or email nhernandez@fairplex.com.
Matching Gifts
The impact of your generosity can be multiplied by partaking in a corporate matching gift program. Contact your Human Resources or Employee Benefits Office at your company to find out if employee gifts can be matched. Gifts may also be matched by a company from you have retired from, or by a company that your spouse works or has retired from.
Tributes & Memorials
Give in memory of a loved one.
In Kind Gifts
Gifts-in-kind is a gift of tangible personal property, for instance equipment, supplies, tools, inventory or products. This is an excellent way to support The Learning Centers and supply our learning environments with tangible resources that create practical and hands-on learning experiences.
Payroll Deduction
Supporting The Learning Centers at Fairplex is about taking pride in your work and in our mission to create world-class experiences. As an employee of Fairplex, you often experience firsthand the impact your generosity has on our local community. A payroll deduction gift is a great way to make a lasting impact through regular and consecutive installments. To join the Employee Campaign contact the TLC Development office at 909-865-4205.