KU Endowment is the official fundraising and fund-management organization for the University of Kansas. Founded in 1891, it is the oldest foundation of its kind at a public university. It is an independent, non-profit organization.
Although KU is a state institution, it receives only about 22 percent of its funding from Kansas. Private donations, fees and grants are among the other sources that provide funding for the university.
During the 2009 fiscal year, which ended June 30, KU Endowment provided $105.4 million in support to the university. Since its founding in 1891, KU Endowment has provided a total of $1.6 billion in university support.
If you have any questions about a gift for KU or about KU Endowment, please contact:
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Lisa Scheller, senior editor, at 785.832.7398
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Rosita Elizalde-McCoy, senior vice president for communications and marketing, at 785.832.7336
Both can be contacted toll free at 800.444.4201.
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Danae Johnson.
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Our mission, history and core values
Senior leaders and the divisions of KU Endowment
KU’s top fundraising priorities
Our most recent annual report