Giving
At the USC School of Dramatic Arts (SDA), we are committed to ensuring that talented students have access to both a world-class education and the professional opportunities needed to launch meaningful careers. Philanthropy helps ensure that we offer the most rigorous and forward-looking programming for the next generation of diverse storytellers who will shape the future of entertainment. Through scholarship, hands-on training, innovative programs and interdisciplinary partnerships across USC, the School of Dramatic Arts equips students with the creativity, versatility and media agility to build multihyphenate careers and lead across an ever-evolving industry.
We invite you to learn more about how you can invest in these emerging artists and expand the transformative opportunities that empower them to develop their unique voices, work across every medium and make a lasting impact.
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Key Areas Where You Can Make An Impact
Dean’s Strategic Initiative
Provides crucial unrestricted support for the areas of most need each year, with a focus on the innovative new programming under the dean’s leadership.
SDA Scholarships
Offers vital support funds to help ensure we remain competitive in attracting and securing the most talented students regardless of any economic barriers
Community & Culture
Supports initiatives and training experiences that prepare all students for the professional artistic world, and furthers the School’s work to ensure authentic belonging and community within SDA and USC for all.
Professional Development Center
Provides opportunities for our students and alumni to build their professional network and gain the perspective necessary to succeed in the field.
Institute for Theatre & Social Change
Uses the power of theatrical arts to spur dialogue, interrogate cultural narratives and improves health.
New SDA Building Paver Campaign
Leave a legacy with an engraved paver at the new state-of-the-art Drama Center in the center of USC’s arts corridor.
Planned Giving
Make a difference with a future gift.
Your support makes a difference!
Our progress is because of your commitment to the School, faculty, and most importantly our students. This continued dedication of our alumni, parents, and friends is vital to setting the stage for the ongoing success of the USC School of Dramatic Arts. Your gift of any size makes a lasting impact and is crucial for making the USC School of Dramatic Arts an extraordinary place to learn and thrive.
MAIL YOUR CHECK
USC Advancement Gift Services
3335 S. Figueroa Street, Unit A
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Please make checks payable to “The University of Southern California.” Please indicate “Dramatic Arts” on the memo line of your check.
The University’s tax ID number (EIN) is: 95-1642394
Questions—contact Sara Fousekis at fousekis@usc.edu or call 213-821-4047