We coordinate procurement and installation of memorial benches and trees on campus.
You will work with Sara Shores, Urban Forest Specialist in the Grounds Department, to find a location for your memorial bench. We will make every effort to place the bench in the location of your choice.
Step 1: Make a gift
The preferred method of giving is online as it is processed quickly and securely. You will receive a mailed receipt after it is processed. Follow the Step 1 button link below to give online to the Campus Memorials fund. If you prefer to donate via a check, please mail it to the address below and add a note that the gift is for a memorial bench. Include who the gift is in memory or honor of.
University of Washington c/o Gift Services Box 359505 Seattle, WA 98195
Step 2: Contact us
After making your gift online or through a mailed in check, return to this webpage and follow the Step 2 button link below to let us know your donation has been made.
If you have any questions, contact Grounds Management at 206-255-0645 or shoress@uw.edu.
Memorial benches cost $5,000. This includes the procurement and installation of both the bench and plaque.
Memorial trees cost $500. This includes the procurement, planting and maintenance of the tree for the first year.
Please request at least 30 days in advance.