ESTABLISHING AN ENDOWMENT

An endowment fund is a gift that lasts in perpetuity and provides support continually to the University in the area(s) of interest to the donor. Endowed funds may support student scholarships, faculty, the general needs of SIUE or any School, College, unit or program within the University. Donors may fully fund an endowment with a one-time lump-sum gift, over a five-year period, or through a bequest or other deferred gift.

The minimum gift to establish an endowment is $25,000. In addition to cash, endowed funds can be established through any gift vehicle recognized by the SIUE Foundation, including gifts of securities, property, planned gifts, or pooled gifts from a group of friends or family. The SIUE Foundation works with donors to develop guidelines for how their endowed funds are to be used, ensuring donor intent is honored and SIUE policies are followed.

For information on establishing an endowed fund

Contact any College or School development officer or the SIUE Foundation at 618-650-2345.

Ways to Give

Outright Gifts

Gifts of cash, securities, real property or personal property may be unrestricted or restricted to a specific school, department or program. Gifts can also be given to support new or existing scholarships, grants, student or faculty awards, special projects or endowments.

Planned Gifts

Planned gifts come in many forms including bequests, life income gifts and other options such as trusts and life insurance.

Gifts-in-Kind

Gifts-in-kind are non-cash donations of materials or other goods that support and serve the mission of the University. Such gifts may include equipment, software, printed materials, professional services and employee expertise. Gifts-in-kind are a valued way of supporting the University and may be tax-deductible according to IRS regulations.

Upcoming Events

The SIUE Alumni Association invites you to join us for the following events! Take advantage of the opportunity to reconnect and reminisce with former classmates while celebrating the University's bold plans for the future.

Visit siue.edu/alumni for more details.

Club Sports Alumni Weekend

April 14-16

This reunion weekend provides an excellent opportunity to reconnect with fellow club sports alumni, family and friends! Events will take place in the Student Activities Center, Outdoor RecPlex and East Alton Ice Arena and will include free food, drinks and giveaways. We have a full slate of fun and free events and club meet-ups planned for the weekend. Learn more at siue.edu/club-sports.

ONE DAY, ONE SIUE DAY OF GIVING RECEPTION

April 20, 6:30 p.m. | SIUE Quad

Join Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, in your SIUE red for our second annual One Day, One SIUE reception. This family-friendly event culminates the University’s day of giving with food, drinks and live music. Watch as campus goes red at sunset!

Visit siue.edu/oneday for details and to make your gift!

Black Alumni Reunion Weekend

April 21-23

The SIUE Black Alumni Alliance invites SIUE alumni from across the country back to campus for the 2nd Black Alumni Reunion Weekend. Join alumni across the decades as we come together to celebrate the past, present and future of SIUE, reconnect with former classmates, meet new faces, recall memories, and have a fun and memorable time. The Reunion Weekend is open to all alumni and former students, along with their invited registered guest. Visit siue.edu/black-alumni-reunion for a lineup of events.

Golden Graduation Reunion

May 5-6

SIUE is thrilled to recognize the golden anniversary of alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago with an annual reunion. Join us for several events throughout the week, culminating with your participation in a spring 2023 commencement ceremony alongside current graduates. Visit siue.edu/alumni/golden-graduates for more details.

HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND

October 12-15

We hope to see you during one of the many fun events scheduled for Homecoming and Family Weekend, including the Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run, Alumni and Friends Tent at the Cougar Fan Zone, and the Homecoming Soccer Game. Check siue.edu/homecoming for details as the weekend approaches.