Supporting the U-M Science Olympiad
UMSO is a completely student-run organization, with both Science Olympiad alumni and those new to Science Olympiad aiding in everything from writing and proctoring event tests, to volunteering on competition day, and coordinating tournament logistics. Our tournaments feature rigorous, high-quality tests that take place in the world-class facilities of the University of Michigan.
We aim to bring a challenging, exciting, and motivating event to students in Michigan and the rest of the nation. Each year, we host 1200+ students from high schools and middle schools across the country. We are grateful to the organizations and University departments who generously contributed over $10,000 collectively in 2024 in support for student-run STEM education!
Benefits of donating to umso
Tax-deductible through our 501(c)(3) status
Supporting the cost of bringing hundreds of our brightest minds together.
Logo featured on event-day posters, pamphlets, and t-shirts!
Winners of one of the 23 competition events, standing on the stage of the Rackham Auditorium.
LSA Dean Andrew D. Martin welcoming students to our Inaugural Invitational competition in 2018.
How to donate
I. Donating as a private entity
1. Send the donation with the following giving link:
2. Apply tax deductions through 501(c)(3) status
As an SSO, the U-M Science Olympiad has 501(c)(3) status through our sponsoring department. Linked is a signed statement on our non-profit status.
3. Email umichscioly@umich.edu with the following
Subject: DONATION FROM: _______ (required)
Amount of transfer (required)
Date it was transferred (required)
Name of company / entity donating (required)
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A note, comment, or recommendation (optional)
II. Donating as a University Department / Organization
1. Funds go through the U-M SOAS with the following information
Shortcode: 925972
Project Grant: U058177
2. Email umichscioly@umich.edu with the following (optional)
Name of department / organization
Amount donated
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