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Donors in 2006

It’s no surprise that more than half of this year’s donors live in Kansas. But as the map at right shows, contributions came from all 50 states. Donors at U.S. military bases and in 26 other countries also gave. This broad representation doesn’t happen by accident; three key factors are at play.

Alumni distribution

To a great extent, the distribution of individual donors mirrors KU’s alumni base; those states and countries with the most donors tend to be those with the most alumni.

Alumni-focused fund raising

Student callers in KU Endowment’s Annual Giving Department phone alumni everywhere on behalf of each school and academic division, bringing in more dollars for KU.

Purpose-driven fund raising

KU Endowment’s 35 professional fund raisers work with KU leaders on hundreds of specific initiatives. They carefully seek out donors – even those in far-flung places – whose interests match KU’s needs. Donors include individuals, corporations, foundations and other types of organizations – all over the world.

We thank the 41,085 donors who gave this year in support of students, faculty, programs and projects across KU’s four campuses.

Your contributions affect the lives of people everywhere.

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