Frequently asked questions

Where will my donation go?

Your gift will go to the IMD Scholarship Foundation. The IMD Scholarship Foundation exists to support exceptional individuals who wish to reach their leadership potential and contribute to society. It does so by providing scholarships to talented individuals so that financial barriers don't hold them back from pursuing a life-changing, educational journey at IMD. It is presided by MBA Dean, Professor Omar Toulan and is registered in Canton Vaud, Switzerland. As an institution that pursues public interest goals, it is tax-exempt. Donations may therefore be tax deductible depending on the amount and method of donation and your tax residency.

All gifts raised will be used, in full, to fund scholarships in ways that support widening access to IMD programs, increasing diversity and inclusion and promoting academic excellence. Your support for scholarships is more important now than ever.

Can I see my gift on this website?

Yes. If you’ve chosen not to make your gift anonymous, you can take a look at the Donor Wall to see your name. If you opted for your gift to be anonymous and have changed your mind, just email us at donorsupport@imd.org and we’ll happily add your name to the Donor Wall.

How can I make my gift?

If you are able to, please make your gift online using this website. It’s quick, easy, and secure, and your donation will be added to our running total right away. We’ll acknowledge your gift as soon as we receive it. For any queries, or if you’d like to explore another way of giving, please contact us at donorsupport@imd.org or call +41 21 618 0466. We’ll be delighted to help you make your gift.

Will my gift be acknowledged?

Yes. When you make your gift online, you’ll receive an email acknowledgment to let you know that your donation has been successfully processed. If you’re a Swiss taxpayer wishing to claim tax relief on your donation, this can also act as a receipt for tax purposes. Later on, we’ll get in touch to let you know how your gift is being put to good use.

Can I make a significant gift to the IMD Scholarship Foundation?

Absolutely. If you'd like to discuss making a significant gift to the IMD Scholarship Foundation please email us at donorsupport@imd.org. If you can, please include a few details about the size of the gift you are considering and the cause that you would like to support. A member of our Development team will be delighted to discuss your plans with you and answer any questions you might have about your giving.

I’m interested in including a gift to the IMD Scholarship Foundation in my Will – can I do this?

We would be honored if you could include a gift to the IMD Scholarship Foundation in your Will. If you'd like to discuss your legacy to the IMD Scholarship Foundation please email us at donorsupport@imd.org. A member of our Development team will be delighted to discuss your plans with you, and answer any questions you might have about your giving.

Where will my gift make the most difference?

All of the projects that you’ll see on this website are a priority for IMD. By making a gift to any one of them, you’ll be making the world of difference. You can also choose to direct your gift directly to where it’s needed most. By doing this, you’ll help us respond to new challenges and make sure that no cause is forgotten about.

Is my payment secure?

Yes. All payments through the IMD Giving causes website will be securely processed by Stripe stripe.com/privacy.

Why is my payment not going through?

Please check that you have included your postcode in both the address field and the card details field of the gift form. If there is still a problem you may have to contact your card provider and inform them that the payment is valid. For any queries, please contact us at donorsupport@imd.org

What if I’m giving from outside of Switzerland?

Wherever you are in the world, you can use this website to support IMD causes. Making a gift online is the quickest and easiest way to support IMD directly. We accept gifts via bank cards from all over the world.

Is the IMD Scholarship Foundation a public utility entity?

Yes. The IMD Scholarship Foundation is an independent foundation that facilitates IMD’s fundraising initiatives and supports IMD’s mission to attract the best applicants to its programs. The IMD Scholarship Foundation is registered in Canton Vaud, Switzerland with IDE/UID CHE-109.988.649 and as an institution that pursues public interest goals is tax-exempt.

I still have questions. How can I get in touch?

Feel free to email us at donorsupport@imd.org. We’d love to hear from you!