For more than a century, Otis College of Art and Design has been an anchor in the cultural landscape of Los Angeles and beyond, supporting artists and designers as they move out into the world. Our community needs you now more than ever. Contributions to our fundraising campaign will be shared equally among the needs of our Students and Faculty & Staff. At this challenging time, as people are considering what is essential in their lives, they are turning to art in all its forms—for inspiration, relief, and hope. For the next generation of artists and designers, for Los Angeles, and for the world, Otis is essential.

Otis College of Art and Design is a not-for-profit educational institution that thrives on the support of our generous donors. Direct your tax-deductible contribution to any department or program that you choose. Learn more about ways to give. 

Annual gifts benefit Otis College students by providing scholarships, enhancing course development, funding innovative equipment, and so much more. Your support is crucial to advancing the mission of Otis College.

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Whatever your passion, you can inspire future generations of creative leaders, thinkers, and makers with a bequest in your will or trust, or through other planned gifts like retirement accounts and life insurance policy beneficiary designations. 

Strategic philanthropy furthers our mission in meaningful ways, providing flexible funds to address the College’s greatest operational needs; scholarships for talented students who would not otherwise be able to pursue their dreams of higher education and creative professions; resources for public programs and curricular enhancements; and investments in capital expansion.

The 2020 Fashion Show & Scholarship Dinner could not take place because of the Covid-19 health crisis. If you would like to make a contribution in support of our students, faculty & staff, please consider a gift to the Otis is Essential campaign (see above).