Ways to Give

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Discover many ways to give

Whether you are passionate about scholarships, academics, athletics, student experiences or campus initiatives, every gift helps create opportunities that make a lasting impact. 

 

There are many meaningful ways to support Missouri State University through the Missouri State Foundation. Whether you are passionate about scholarships, academics, athletics, student experiences or campus initiatives, every gift helps create opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Private support from alumni and friends plays a vital role in advancing Missouri State’s Public Affairs Mission and strengthening the future of the university. Your support helps provide scholarships for students, enhance academic programs, expand campus resources and create transformational experiences for Bears across the university community. 

The Missouri State Foundation is committed to helping you find a giving opportunity that aligns with your passions and philanthropic priorities while creating meaningful impact at Missouri State. 

Gifts to Missouri State can be made through:

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Support what you love
Whether you are passionate about campus improvements, scholarships, faculty support or Athletics and university programs, your gift makes an impact on the area of your choice.
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Make a gift online
Online gifts are fast, easy and secure. You can make gifts, pledges, and even support more than one area if you choose.
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Plan now, give later
Your gift can coordinate with your charitable financial, tax and estate goals. Good planning with tax-wise gifting strategies enables you to make legacy gifts.
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Corporations and foundations
Corporate and private foundations provide generous support for a variety of projects and programs for students, faculty and the Missouri State community. These initiatives range from research and scholastic endeavors to scholarships, programs, capital gifts and community outreach.
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Establish a fund
An endowment fund is a long-term investment in Missouri State that provides benefits to students, faculty or programs year after year, generation after generation. Find out how you can make a lasting impact.
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Matching gifts
Many companies match their employees' contributions to qualifying charitable organizations. As you are making your gift, you can use our search feature to see if your employer has a matching gift program.
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Additional ways to give 

In addition to traditional gifts, donors may choose to support Missouri State through a variety of non-cash giving options. Through these gifts, you can provide meaningful support while also offering potential financial and tax advantages. Explore additional giving opportunities to learn more about the options available and find the approach that best aligns with your philanthropic goals.