Projects that have come to life thanks to donor support:
- Louise Lamphere Internship Program featured in Anthropology News: “This Interning Life”
- Dr. Haile Eshe Cole Awarded First – Ever Anthropologist-In-Residence Theater Fellowship – Funded by an Anonymous donor to our Public Awareness programs.
- The OpEd Project provides the opportunity for a diverse and inclusive set of selected members to take part in “Write to Change the World” workshops.
- Anthropology Day is a signature initiative of the AAA designed to spark curiosity, amplify engagement, and celebrate the relevance of anthropology across the globe.
- Our Understanding RACE and World On The Move websites and exhibits have become go-to resources for the public and remain in high demand among high school/university educators and their students.

Named after our organization’s founding year, the 1902 Society recognizes individuals who have made the extraordinary decision to support our mission through a planned gift. We recognize and celebrate the following individuals who have informed the AAA of their intentions:
- Anonymous
- Florence E. Babb
- William O. Beeman
- Linda A. Bennet
- Elizabeth K. Briody and Marc S. Robinson
- Geoffrey Clark
- Virginia R. Dominguez
- Shirley J. Fiske
- Edmond T. Hamann
- Setha M. Low
- Karen Luckritz
- Lindy L. Mark
- James H. McDonald
- J. Bryan Page
- Jeremy J. Taylor
- Elizabeth Mathias
If you have already included the Association in your estate plans, please contact us so we are able to celebrate your generosity now.
2024 Donor Recognition
To view a full list of donors for our 2024 Annual Fund, special projects and more, please click here to view our Annual Report.
