Gift Acceptance and Delegation of Authority
Find information about regulations surrounding gift acceptance and the delegation of authority.
Gift acceptance is a two-step process involving the benefiting department and UC San Diego’s Advancement Services, each having shared responsibility and authority for ensuring that gifts are reviewed and accepted according to University guidelines. Departmental approval is the statement that the department wants the gift and agrees to its terms. University (formal) acceptance is a delegated authority to accept gifts on behalf of The Regents or the UC San Diego Foundation. Formal acceptance is an action by an authorized official to take title to a tendered gift.
The following personnel have delegated authority to accept charitable gifts. Each position may accept gifts at or below the maximum amount listed.
| Position | Maximum Acceptance Authority |
|---|---|
| President, University of California | Gifts exceeding $10,000,000 |
| Chancellor | $10,000,000 |
| VC Advancement | $1,999,999 |
| AVC - Central Advancement & Chief of Staff | $999,999 |
| AVC - Leadership Strategy and Engagement | $250,000 |
| AVC - University Development | $250,000 |
| AVC - Health Sciences Development | $250,000 |
| AVC - Advancement Services & Alumni Relations | $250,000 |
| Executive Director, Gift Services & Accounting | $100,000 |
| Director, Gift Services | $75,000 |
| Manager, Gift Intake Services | $25,000 |
Note: All gifts made to the UC San Diego Foundation follow the same delegation of authority.