Annual Funds

Missouri State students, faculty member and Boomer standing in front of Hammons Foundations.

Supporting what matters most to you each year

Annual Funds are the collective gifts made each year by alumni, parents, friends, faculty, staff and students to support Missouri State University’s immediate needs and highest priorities.

Whether supporting a college, department, scholarship, athletic program, or the area of greatest need, Annual Funds help ensure Missouri State continues to provide transformative educational experiences for generations of Bears.

At Missouri State University, Annual Funds provide flexible and reliable support that strengthens the student experience and helps the University respond to emerging opportunities and challenges. Every gift helps create opportunities for current and future Bears.

What Annual Funds do:

Provide immediate resources where they are needed most.
Help keep education accessible and affordable for students.
Support scholarships, programs and campus initiatives.
Allow donors to make an impact today while supporting the long-term success of the University.

Every year, thousands of donors invest in Missouri State through annual gifts. Together, these contributions create a powerful collective impact that enhances learning opportunities, supports student success and advances the University's public affairs mission. Annual giving is one of the most direct ways to make a difference for today's students and the Missouri State community.