Established in 1962, the Association has contributed tens of thousands of volunteer hours and raised more than one million dollars for the Institute. These funds contribute to the ongoing need for research programs, scholarships, and the Salk library. Members also help with the gift shop, host Salk Institute events and, for fun - play bridge, croquet, and participate in other social activities.
All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
As a volunteer, there are many ways in which you can help. Conduct tours for visitors from all over the world detailing the architecture and explaining the Institute's work in layman's language. Guides may have a regularly scheduled time or volunteer on an on-call basis. Men, as well as women, serve as guides. Training is provided.