Giving to HLS: Invest in the Next Generation of Legal Leaders

From opening doors for talented students to advancing teaching, scholarship, and experiential learning, your generosity helps Harvard Law School shape the future of legal education.

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A Tradition of Giving. A Future of Impact.

Harvard Law School is shaped by the generosity of alumni and friends who believe in the power of legal education to prepare leaders, advance scholarship, and serve society. Every gift—of every size—helps create opportunities for students, strengthens our community, and ensures HLS remains at the forefront of legal education.

Students share their perspectives on life at Harvard Law School, the caliber and diversity of its community, the benefits of the school’s Zero-L, mentorship, and clinical programs, and the role financial aid plays in making an HLS education possible.
Sangu Delle

“…by giving to Harvard, you create and empower change makers. It’s a more catalytic way of giving. A gift to Harvard is an investment in leadership and in the agents who are going to create the change we want to see in perpetuity.”

– Sangu Delle J.D./M.B.A. ’16

Donor Recognition

We are proud to recognize the generosity of the alumni, parents, and friends whose philanthropy strengthens Harvard Law School. Our donor recognition societies—including the Langdell Society, 1817 Society, and Oliver Wendell Holmes Society—celebrate those whose support advances the School’s mission and creates opportunities for future generations.

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HLS Report of Gifts

Harvard Law School supporters also receive special recognition in the annual Report of Gifts. We are honored to share each year’s Report of Gifts exclusively with donors.

HLS Report of Gifts

Types of Gift Funds

A current-use gift,  such as an Annual Fund contribution, is a donation that may be spent immediately and fully toward its intended purpose.

An endowed gift creates a new fund in Harvard’s endowment, a dedicated, permanent source of funding comprising more than 14,000 individual funds invested as a single entity. Each year, a portion of the endowment is distributed to support the school’s needs, while any appreciation in excess is retained, allowing the endowment to grow and support future generations. The endowment provides the financial foundation for the Law School and the University. Learn more about Harvard’s endowment here and giving opportunities here.