Your generosity helps the Entomological Society of America (ESA) advance the science of entomology, support members, and inspire the next generation of scientists. With your gift, you can make a difference in education, research, advocacy, and community-building across the field. ESA offers a variety of funds that allow you to dedicate your financial contributions to specific program areas. Additional resources are available for those interested in planned giving or lasting legacy contributions.
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Below are the many ways you can invest in entomology’s future:
- General Contribution to ESA
- Certification ACE/BCE Program
- Chrysalis Fund
- ESA-Ramaswamy Science Advocacy Policy Fund
- McPherson Student Biodiversity Award Endowment
- Members Support Fund
- SysEB Student Research Endowment
ESA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 52-0622480). All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. Please retain your donation receipt for tax purposes.
General Fund
Your contribution to the general fund strengthens ESA’s core mission by supporting activities and programs such as our annual meeting, publications, science communication, and awards. These gifts support ESA’s daily operations, helping to ensure ESA continues to serve the entomological community.
Certification ACE/BCE Program
Your donation supports the professional certification of entomologists through the Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) and Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) programs. This fund offsets operational costs in the credentialing of the ACE & BCE certification programs and helps raise professional standards in the field.
Chrysalis Fund
The Chrysalis Fund supports insect education efforts in classrooms, thereby helping to expand the public appreciation of insects and fostering the next generation of entomologists. Distributions from the fund are managed by ESA's Education and Outreach Committee, which chooses the grant winners each year. Teachers and educators with impactful and creative ideas for insect-themed programs or projects are encouraged to apply for funding. Please consider contributing to inspire young minds and the future generation of entomologists.
ESA-Ramaswamy Science Advocacy Policy Fund
The ESA-Ramaswamy Science Advocacy Program Fund supports and grows ESA's efforts to connect entomologists with policymakers in Washington, DC. The fund was launched in 2023 by ESA Fellow (2005) and Honorary Member (2019) Sonny Ramaswamy and his wife Gita. Help amplify the voice of science in policy making and ensure that decisions affecting ESA and its members are guided by evidence and expertise.
McPherson Student Biodiversity Award Endowment
This fund supports the J. E. and Jean M. McPherson Entomology Undergraduate and Graduate Student Biodiversity Awards, which supports research in a multitude of biodiversity fields, particularly non-taxonomic studies. You can make a meaningful difference for students pursuing insect science-related degrees by supporting this fund.
Member Support Fund
Assists members who have faced a job loss as a result of disruptions from government and industry trends in 2025 by supporting ESA membership dues, allowing beneficiaries to maintain access to ESA member benefits. The Society will match each donation up to $25,000, doubling your impact and providing a potential total of $50,000 in member support. Learn more.
SysEB Student Research Endowment
The SysEB Student Research Endowment is a permanent endowment that provides research-enhancement awards for graduate and undergraduate students who are members in good standing of the Systematics, Evolution, and Biodiversity (SysEB) Section of ESA. Awards are made annually through a competitive, proposal-based process managed by the SysEB Section leadership.