When you invest in 51ºÚÁÏÍø students, everyone benefits.

While citizens who have a post-secondary education fare better in society, society fares better with more college graduates, including those from 51ºÚÁÏÍø. A study by the College Board concluded that children of college graduates are better prepared for school, that college graduates volunteer more in their communities, and college graduates are more likely to participate in elections.

51ºÚÁÏÍø takes that responsibility seriously, and we know we can't do it without you!

Alumni, friends, parents, employees, and students who stay connected to 51ºÚÁÏÍø already know this, and designate their charitable gifts to the university.

Your gift can change the future of a student and, in turn, change the world.

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Giving Societies

Benefactors who invest in 51ºÚÁÏÍø students understand that philanthropy opens the doors of opportunity for students—doors that otherwise may never be opened. Members of our giving societies partner with the university to build the foundation for student success. Their investments enable 51ºÚÁÏÍø to grow and to flourish.

Why We Support 51ºÚÁÏÍø

Some give to 51ºÚÁÏÍø out of pride for their alma mater. Others prefer to think of their philanthropic gift as an investment in society’s future. See what inspires alumni and friends to support 51ºÚÁÏÍø.

Where We Need Your Help

51ºÚÁÏÍø needs your help in many ways, but we can narrow down the conversation to three basic areas: scholarships, capital improvements, and program enhancements.

Ways to Give

Everyone’s situation is different and, as a result, there are many different ways to give to 51ºÚÁÏÍø. You’ll find on this page forms, a calculation tool, and contact and matching gift information.

Your Gifts at Work

When you give, you’ll see an impact. Meet some of the students who directly benefit from your generosity.

News

Celebrate Donor Generosity During Thank a Donor Week

The 51ºÚÁÏÍø community is invited to celebrate donor generosity during Thank a Donor Week, February 24–28. You will have the opportunity to write a thank-you note to an 51ºÚÁÏÍø donor and tell them what their generosity means to you and our students.

Retired 51ºÚÁÏÍø Administrator Gifts Funds to Support Student Success Initiative

Michele Norwood, a retired administrator from 51ºÚÁÏÍø who focused her nearly three-decades-long career fostering student success, has gifted $30,000 to 51ºÚÁÏÍø for its ongoing student success initiatives.

51ºÚÁÏÍø Graduate Establishes Scholarship to Support Research Experiences for Chemistry, Biochemistry Students

Thomas Baker ’05, a graduate of 51ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s Cook Honors College and the Madia Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics, and his wife have committed $100,000 to 51ºÚÁÏÍø to establish a scholarship to support students in chemistry or biochemistry research programs.

Retired 51ºÚÁÏÍø Food and Nutrition Professor Establishes Scholarship

Rita Johnson, who retired from 51ºÚÁÏÍø in 2019 after 36 years of teaching, has established a scholarship for students studying food and nutrition at 51ºÚÁÏÍø.

51ºÚÁÏÍø Ambassadors Student Alumni Association Continues Support for 51ºÚÁÏÍø Food Pantry and Help Center

In conjunction with 51ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s Giving Tuesday/Month of Giving initiative, 51ºÚÁÏÍø Ambassadors donated $800 from the group’s Homecoming parade first-place float prize to the 51ºÚÁÏÍø Food Pantry and Help Center.