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Archives Renovation Campaign

Preserving the Past, Securing the Future

The Archives of the History of American Psychology preserves more than a century of groundbreaking discoveries, diverse voices, and innovative ideas that have shaped our field. Join us in our campaign to protect, expand, and share these invaluable collections, ensuring future generations can continue to explore and learn from psychology’s history.


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Vision

A state-of-the-art, temperature- and humidity-controlled, waterproof preservation environment

Goal

$3.1 million



Matching Challenge

Our campaign begins with a challenge. Thanks to the generosity of Andrew Cummings and Julie Hellberg, every dollar you give, up to $1 million, will be matched dollar for dollar.

As of July 2026, we have raised $665,000 toward our $1,000,000 matching goal. Make your contribution today to help us unlock this transformative gift.

Questions about the campaign and ways to contribute? Contact Cathy Faye at cfaye@uakron.edu.

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Circles of Giving

Our Circles of Giving recognize donors at levels from $5,000 to $1,000,000. Become a part of the Archives' legacy at the following levels of giving:

  • Archives Leader: $1,000,000 +
  • Archives Ambassador: $500,000 - $999,999
  • Archives Benefactor: $250,000 - $499,999
  • Archives Advocate: $100,000 - $249,999
  • Archives Patron: $25,000 - $99,999
  • Archives Steward: $5,000 - $24,999

Donors can also join the Preservation Circle with a gift of $10,000 or more in honor of someone or in support of one of the collections preserved by the Archives of the History of American Psychology . The donor's name, along with the name of the person or the collection they have chosen to honor and support, will be celebrated on a donor wall and in our newsletter.

Preservation Circle Members

  • Anonymous, in support of the Norman B. Anderson papers
  • Ludy T. Benjamin, Jr. in support of the Ludy T. Benjamin, Jr. papers
  • Robert Warwick, in honor of Gretchen Warwick