Why Support AGA?

As an AGA Patron, you'll join a growing list of gemologists and industry professionals investing in the future of gemology. Your donation helps AGA provide gemological education scholarships and finance important gemological research projects that benefit the industry and the public.

Since AGA is a nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization, your donation may be tax deductible. Consult with your tax professional.

To make a donation or for more information, contact us below.

Become A Patron
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AGA Patrons wall of fame

Thank you to our patrons

The generous donations from these Patrons are essential to AGA as we pursue our mission to support high quality gemological education and research and to promote integrity and ethics in the gemological community.

Gold Patrons

AGA appreciates the generous gift of $10,000 or more from our Gold Patrons.
  1. Art Samuels headshot.
  2. Kushal Sacheti headshot.

Silver Patrons

AGA appreciates the generous gift of $5,000 or more from our Silver Patrons.
  1. Mark Cullinan

    Cullinan Diamonds
    Mark Cullinan headshot.

Legacy Patrons

AGA appreciates the enduring in-kind contributions from our Legacy Patrons.
  1. Robert sadian

    David Webb
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Frequently asked Questions

Everything you need to know about becoming an AGA Patron. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

AGA Sponsorship is an annual commitment with benefits that include direct access to your target audience of gemology professionals, students, and enthusiasts at live conferences. Sponsors are recognized throughout the year at AGA hosted virtual events. Recordings of those events are posted for viewing on demand. Sponsor ads are printed in full-color programs at conferences. As an AGA Sponsor, your hyper-linked logo will be displayed on the AGA website. For more detailed information, View PDF for Sponsorship Details.

AGA Patrons have made a one-time gift to AGA and are recognized in perpetuity on our website with their image and hyperlinked company name.

AGA accepts cash donations throughout the year. Please submit your contact details through this donation form and we will be in touch.

AGA gratefully accepts your donation of gemological property to our silent auction held during the AGA Tucson Gemological Conference. Please submit your contact details through this donation form and we will be in touch.

Past auction donations have included gemstones and mineral specimens, new or lightly used gemological equipment, books, gemological services, and experiences.

Donations to AGA fund gemological conferences, virtual presentations, scholarships, and research grants.

A donation to AGA is an investment in the future of gemology. Through your donation, you will be supporting AGA and our mission to provide a platform for gemological education, fund gemological research, and support and encourage integrity and ethics in the gemological community.

Yes, AGA Patrons are recognized in perpetuity on our website, where their images are posted with hyperlinks.