Donate to NACAC

NACAC’s Impact Fund plays a crucial role in our ability to carry out our mission by targeting support to the areas of greatest need. Gifts to the fund support programs and initiatives that benefit our entire community and give NACAC the flexibility to meet new challenges.

This can include research, educational programming, and advocacy of pivotal higher education policies.

NACAC is working to re-envision outdated practices within college admission through the Center for Innovation in College Admission. The center’s goal is to ensure that the college admission process is designed equitably. The center will work to reimagine the college preparation and application process, redefine how colleges consider students for admission, and design the future of the college admission counseling workforce to better serve students now and in the future. To advance our work, we will focus on:

• Equity-Focused Research and Evaluation
• Imaginative Program and Tool Design
• Convening and Engaging for Collective Impact

Your donations and partnerships are essential for sustaining and expanding this vital work. By supporting NACAC, you help ensure that college admission evolves to become more equitable and inclusive, ultimately shaping a brighter future for all students.

At NACAC, inclusion is not just a guiding principle; it is central to our strategic priorities. Our initiatives focus on connecting and supporting marginalized students and college admission counseling professionals, ensuring that everyone has access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

Your donations and partnerships are crucial in advancing this mission. By supporting NACAC, you enable us to:

• Enhance current programming: Initiatives like the annual Guiding the Way to Impact (GWI) conference.

• Develop new initiatives: Create and launch new programs that further our inclusion goals, providing necessary resources, staff, and guidance.

• Catalyze change: Facilitate transformative change within the educational landscape, ensuring equitable access and inclusive practices.

Empowering the next generation of professionals is at the heart of NACAC’s mission. Our education and training programs provide the tools and resources needed to develop future leaders in college admission counseling. The NACAC Next program, among others, is designed to equip emerging professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape. Your support enables us to continue offering high-quality educational opportunities that ensure our members are prepared to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Innovation drives NACAC to become the association of the future. By supporting our innovative initiatives, you help elevate all our programming, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of college admission counseling. Your contributions allow us to explore new ways to connect with students, members, and institutions, enhancing our ability to serve the profession. Together, we can shape the future of college admission by fostering creativity, embracing new technologies, and leading transformative change.

For over 50 years, NACAC National College Fairs have been a critical resource for students seeking a postsecondary education. In 2023, more than 100,000 students from over 10,000 high schools attended our fairs, offered both virtually and in person. These fairs connect students with colleges and universities worldwide, helping them explore their educational options. 

Your support can help us expand the reach and impact of our college fairs in several ways: 

• Increase the number of fairs: Your donations can enable us to organize more fairs, providing more opportunities for students to explore their college options. 

• Reach underserved locations: Funding can help us bring fairs to traditionally underserved areas, ensuring that all students have access to these valuable resources. 

• Grow specialized programs: With your help, we can expand our STEM and career fairs across the country, offering students a broader range of opportunities and information. 

• Enhance our partnerships: Our collaboration with Slate has significantly enhanced the college fair experience, providing students with better access to information and resources. 

By supporting our efforts, you are helping to shape the future of education and empower the next generation of leaders. 

To learn more about how a donation to NACAC can support students and drive meaningful change in college admission counseling, please complete the form below.