Support
Ways to Give
There are many ways to invest in the Landscape Architecture Foundation. As an individual or organization, you have the opportunity to choose the level of gift that demonstrates your commitment, makes an impact, and helps show what is important to you!
All donors are recognized accordingly in LAF’s Annual Report and enjoy special recognition and benefits according to the size and designation of the gift. LAF is a tax-exempt organization under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Your charitable contribution is deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
You can donate online now. For additional information or to discuss giving and recognition opportunities, please contact Development Manager Matt Alcide at malcide@lafoundation.org or 202-331-7070 x13.
Leadership
Leadership Circle
Join the Leadership Circle, which recognizes leaders in the landscape architecture profession, academia, industry, and others who contribute to LAF’s Annual Fund. The Leadership Circle provides support for LAF to implement its research and scholarship programs.
Benefactor……………………….$20,000+
Patron…………………..$10,000-$19,999
Advocate………………….$5,000-$9,999
Partner……………………..$2,500-$4,999
Associate………………….$1,000-$2,499
LAF accepts and is appreciative of gifts in any amount. Donate Now
Planned Giving
Plan ahead to support LAF and leave a legacy in the profession by joining the LAF Legacy Society. Learn More
Research
Landscape Performance Series (LPS)
Demonstrate your commitment to sustainable landscape solutions and become a partner in promoting the LPS to show the value of landscape architecture to those inside and outside of the profession.
Founding Partner……………….$100,000
Lead Sponsorship………………..$25,000
General Sponsorship……………$10,000
Case Study Investigation (CSI)
Support this new, unique research collaboration that matches LAF-funded faculty-student research teams with leading practitioners to document the benefits of exemplary, high-performing landscape projects as Case Study Briefs for the LPS.
General Sponsorship………………$5,000
Scholarship
Leadership in Landscape Scholarship Program
Create a named scholarship through an endowment. Gifts to scholarship funds are restricted for use as designated and are available to donors of LAF’s Annual Fund of $10,000 or more.
Named Scholarship……………$100,000+
Olmsted Scholars Program
Connect with the next generation of leaders in the profession and benefit from this valuable recruitment opportunity. Funds are restricted to providing the awards and managing the program.
Sponsorship………………………..$5,000 ($25,000 five-year commitment)
Events
Annual Benefit
Reach over 300 top designers and leaders from practice, academia, and industry who will attend LAF’s Annual Benefit. Sponsors of $5,000 or more are invited to attend two private receptions with the LAF Board of Directors.
Lead Sponsorship………………..$25,000
Platinum…………………………..$15,000
Gold………………………………..$10,000
Silver…………………………………$5,000
Bronze……………………………….$2,500
Sustainable Destination Sweepstakes
Enjoy exclusive recognition when you provide a prize package for LAF to offer a trip of a lifetime to one lucky winner each year, including recognition in a mailing to all ASLA members.
Sponsorship…………………….Cost of trip
Individuals looking to donate and register to win a trip should visit the Sweepstakes page for more information.
Donate now or contact us to start making a difference today.













