The Laureates Circle is the pinnacle of philanthropic leadership at Salk. These visionary donors have given $5M or more in support of an unshakable belief in the potential of science to change the world and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Named for our visionary founder, the Jonas Salk Circle recognizes giving to the institute’s greatest needs, which offers maximum impact, through $1M or more of unrestricted giving. These investments drive innovation, equity, and institutional growth.

Benefits for Laureates Circle and Jonas Salk Circle include:

• Invitations to exclusive on- and off-campus events, receptions, and faculty lectures with reserved seating and parking
• Advance notice of major faculty awards, discoveries, and publications
• Annual updates from Salk Leadership
• Personalized annual impact report
• Unlimited VIP architecture tours and annual VIP research tour
• Featured interview in Inside Salk magazine (optional, one time)
• Name displayed on permanent donor wall on campus, and special recognition at all campus donor events and in Inside Salk magazine

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