Giving Opportunities

Annual Fund: A Transformative Gift

Your contribution to the Saint Francis Annual Fund is a catalyst for positive change across our campus. It plays a pivotal role in shaping the education, services, and technology accessible to every student every year.

This fund sustains a high-caliber education, fostering student success by maintaining internships, tutoring, counseling services, laboratory equipment, and financial aid, cultivating the leaders of tomorrow.

For more information, reach out to Katie Bell, Assistant Director of Annual Giving, at kbell@sf.edu or 260-399-8030.

Matching Gifts: Amplify Your Impact

Many employers offer matching gift programs, doubling the impact of your generosity. Check your employer match and let us assist you in maximizing the impact of your gift.

Contact Willie Romero, Director of Development, at jromero@sf.edu or 260-399-8033.

Restricted Funds: Tailored Support

Restricted funds offer you the chance to specify how your gift is utilized, allowing you to focus on particular areas across campus, academic programs, or scholarships.

Explore the myriad options available to establish a Restricted Fund by contacting Willie Romero, Director of Development, at jromero@sf.edu or 260-399-8033.

Endowed Funds: Leaving A Legacy

An Endowed Fund is a gift that keeps giving, establishing a lasting connection between you and future students. These funds, named after you or in honor/memory of someone else, can become cherished family traditions.

The minimum level for endowments is $25,000, payable over five years. Connect with Willie Romero, Director of Development, at jromero@sf.edu or 260-399-8033 to explore establishing an Endowed Fund.

Planned Giving: Securing the Future

Consider a planned gift, including bequests and estate gifts, to ensure the long-term success of the university and support future generations. The inclusion of a gift to Saint Francis in your will or estate plan is a common form of gift planning. Generous planned gift contributors receive membership in the prestigious Seraph Society.

For more information on Planned Gifts, contact Justin Tockey, Director of Planned Giving, at jtockey@sf.edu or 260-399-8036.

Tribute Gifts: Meaningful Remembrances

A tribute gift is a heartfelt way to commemorate special occasions, honor accomplishments, express sympathy, or memorialize a loved one. Whether inspired by a wedding, anniversary, graduation, or confirmation, your gift is a lasting remembrance and an investment in the future accomplishments of Saint Francis students.

For more information, contact Katie Bell, Assistant Director of Annual Giving, at kbell@sf.edu or 260-399-8030.