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a family of alumni

Celebrating university heritage

A donation from the family of Marion H. Dean ’27 and continuing contributions from the Student Alumni Council and the Alumni Association provide three $1,000 scholarships to sons and daughters of university alumni.

By easing the strain of college expenses, recognizing a student’s community service and leadership, and rewarding academic accomplishments, these legacy scholarships help our students and continue Illinois State’s tradition.

How Can I Help?

"Illinois State gave me so so much that I owe it to the University to give back."—Maya Shenoy '73, M.S. '78

Make a donation! Through your gifts, Illinois State is able to

  • Enhance the campus experience for students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends
  • Promote areas of excellence in education
  • Receive annual support for current operations

If you have questions about your donation, or giving to a designated school, department, or program, contact the Development Office at (309) 438-8184.

Leaving a Legacy

Wills, bequests, and planned giving can be important elements of your financial planning.  Some giving instruments can even provide you with a stream of income while benefitting Illinois State University. 

Wills, Bequests, and Planned Giving

Please call the Development Office at (309) 438-8184 for information.

Ways to give

The Illinois State University Foundation receives, holds, and administers all gifts to the University. If you would like to make a contribution to Illinois State University, please select one of the options below:

Online

Make an online gift by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover) through our secure Web site.

Mail

Print this online gift form and mail your gift to the Illinois State University Foundation.

Telephone

Call the Illinois State University Foundation at (309) 438-2294 to make your gift by credit card, talk with a development director about making a gift, or to ask questions.

Stock Transfer

To make a gift of appreciated stock or other marketable securities, please contact the at (309) 438-2294 for more information.

Electronic Funds Transfer

Download the form to make an electronic funds transfer.

Payroll Deduction

Illinois State University faculty and staff may make gifts to the University by payroll deduction. To initiate a new gift or to change a current gift by payroll deduction, please request a Payroll Deduction Form from the at (309) 438-2294.

Matching Gifts

Your employer and/or your spouse's employer may double—or even triple—the value of your gift. You will need to get your company's matching gift form and submit it in order to maximize this benefit for the University and for yourself.