Outstanding Education & Research

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry changes people’s lives through its education, research and training programs. Students and faculty are creating new knowledge, materials, and innovative chemistry and biochemistry tools for sustainable advances in technology and human health. The Department strives to offer a vibrant and inclusive climate that leads to student success. Exceptional opportunities for students are made possible by the generous support by our loyal alumni, faculty and staff, and friends. Please consider a donation to support our students and programs. A donation of any size makes a difference!

Giving Options

Online – Please choose from these preferred departmental funds:

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Fund

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Undergraduate Scholarship Fund

Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry Graduate Award

Check - Please make your check payable to the “University of Maryland College Park Foundation" or "UMCP Foundation." In the notes/for section on the check, please write "Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry." Mail your check to:

University of Maryland
Gift Acceptance 
PO Box 49013
Baltimore, MD 21297-4913

Stock – To make a gift using stock, please contact Cheri Meadows at 301.405.9624 or meadows@umd.edu for stock transfer instructions.

Payroll Deduction – (For UMD employees only) To request a payroll deduction, please call 301.405.7749 or send an email to: mdfund@umd.edu

If you would like additional information, please contact the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences' Development Office.

Gifts in support of the University of Maryland are accepted and managed by the University of Maryland College Park Foundation, Inc., an affiliated 501(c)(3) organization authorized by the Board of Regents, and are tax deductible as allowed by law. Please see your tax advisor for details. EIN: 52-2197313