Monetary Donations

Monetary donations are used to purchase new equipment for our observing programs, support regional star parties, print our newsletter and pay for postage, pay honorariums to our great speakers, cover our insurance costs, and other incidentals. All donations, not matter large or small, are greatly appreciated. SJAA will provide a tax receipt for charitable contributions upon request for all monetary donations.

Make monetary donations by PayPal here:

Make your monetary donation by cash or check at our monthly General Meetings. The next one is on our home page

Or send a check payable to:

San Jose Astronomical Association
PO Box 28243
San Jose, CA 95159-8243

Equipment Donations

The SJAA is pleased to receive any equipment donations. Telescopes, eyepieces, mounts... almost anything you can think of that is used in astronomy, we accept. Equipment is evaluated for its utility. Some is used in our loaner telescope program. Some may be donated to worthy individuals who the SJAA decides support astronomy education in their community. Some may be sold at our annual astronomy auction and swap meet - the proceeds going toward other SJAA programs.. If you are interested, we can tell you where your donation may fit, in advance. Rest assured, all donations go toward supporting the SJAA and public education in astronomy. SJAA will provide a tax receipt for charitable contributions upon request for all equipment donations.

To make an equipment donation, contact the SJAA President via the President Button on our Contacts Page