Lawrence University Fiscal Year 2023 Impact Report

Your Generosity in Action

FISCAL YEAR 2023 IMPACT REPORT

JULY 1, 2022 - JUNE 30, 2023

Thank you for making a gift to Lawrence University!

Your donations reverberate across campus, creating a level of excellence that would not be possible without your investment. The collective power of Lawrence donors builds brighter futures. Thank you!

ALL LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY DONORS

7,947

$12,267,093

763

total gifts for all purposes

THE LAWRENCE FUND

The Lawrence Fund impacts all areas of campus and allows students to achieve their dreams. Contributions to the Lawrence Fund support our students, faculty, staff, and facilities. Gifts have an immediate impact on the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Conservatory of Music, Viking athletics, Björklunden, innovative new programs and initiatives, scholarships, and more.

6,525

total donors donors supported the Lawrence Fund

$3,778,594

total gifts to the Lawrence Fund

3,013

first-time donors donors have given for 10+ consecutive years

The Lawrence Fund

Every gift to the Lawrence Fund is a critically-important investment in the university’s strategic priorities – as established by the President and the Board of Trustees. Your investment champions:

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

The Lawrence Fund undergirds the university’s core strength: providing best-in-class liberal arts and conservatory education. Investing in innovative new programs, world-class faculty, technology upgrades, facilities, and more increases student success and gives our students a competitive edge over the course of their careers.

AFFORDABILITY

Investments in the Lawrence Fund bridge the gap between the cost of a world-class education and the price of tuition for students and families. Because of your investment, the average Lawrentian pays $11,000 less per year! That’s real value that opens real doors of opportunity.

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Through research, we know that the most successful student experiences are holistic – addressing students’ needs in and beyond the classroom. Investments in the Lawrence Fund are investments in academic excellence in harmony with transformative investments in facilities and infrastructure, study abroad, student research, Viking athletics, student wellness, career readiness, and so much more.

Your generosity is an engine for student success!

ASHLEY TANG ’24

“Playing in ensembles and taking classes at the Con has provided me so many opportunities for growth as a musician and a person. Each professor I’ve worked with at the Con has pushed me to think in new ways and wholeheartedly supported my interests. Furthermore, the friendships I’ve made at the Con have made my time at Lawrence so special to me. It is wonderful to be a member of such a kind and supportive community, so I am forever grateful to donors who have made it possible for me to study at Lawrence.”

BERGEN THORSON ’26

“I am very thankful to have been given the opportunity to compete in college athletics. Donations have helped me achieve a new level of success through the facilities and staff on campus. I expect my success to continue with the addition of our new outdoor track, and the announcement of the new Rec Center. These facilities will help Lawrence Athletics flourish thanks to your support.”

WHITNEY ZEITCHICK ’26

“Without the generosity of donors’ support of student scholarships, I would not have been able to attend Lawrence this year. I am extremely grateful for all the opportunities that donors have given me through their support and caring actions. Your generosity has not only helped me but so many other students. Donor’s support creates a space for growth in the next generation at Lawrence.”

BRUNA VELEZ ’25

“The generosity of donors has truly shaped my Lawrence experience. From exceptional faculty and programming to incredible facilities and resources, it has allowed me to find my passion in international affairs. The experiences that have been made possible by donors, such as my study abroad experience in Rome and an internship in Washington D.C., will be pillars in my career path. Thank you for making my future brighter and stronger.”

DENNIS BOAKYE ’26

“From the generosity of donors, I was able to come to the US and pursue my dream of becoming a neurosurgeon. Lawrence has provided me with a lot of opportunities that have brought me a step closer to reaching my career goal.

I am highly grateful for the support and care of the Lawrence community. You are allowing me to have a better future. Thank you!”

Thank you!

Because of you, Lawrence and Lawrentians have never shined brighter.