Since 1975, Santa Monica College’s Emeritus Program has opened the doors of lifelong learning to older adults across our community, serving more than 3,000 students each year with over 120 free classes designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, connection, and healthy living. Your support helps strengthen the program and keep these transformative opportunities accessible to all who seek them. Thank you for investing in a program that enriches lives, strengthens community, and celebrates the joy of learning at every age.
For questions about Emeritus classes and enrollment, please visit the Emeritus Program page or contact the SMC Emeritus Campus Office at (310) 434-4306.
Donate to SMC Emeritus Program
For donations by check, please make your check payable to:
Santa Monica College Foundation
1900 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
On the memo line, please write SMC Emeritus Program.
For additional ways to give —such as stock transfers, donor-advised funds, and estate gifts —visit our Ways to Give page for forms and detailed instructions. For questions, please contact Katie Moe, Development Director at (310) 434-8583 or moe_katherine@smc.edu.
Donations to Santa Monica College Foundation are tax-deductible.
SMC Foundation is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organization, ID# 95-6047779
SMC Emeritus Giving Circle
To recognize your generosity and commitment to lifelong learning for all students, SMC Emeritus Giving Circle members receive special benefits that reflect the impact of their support and our gratitude. Donor levels are based on annual calendar year donations made by household, and benefits will be distributed at the start of the following year, beginning January 2027.
