Student Philanthropy Challenge

Give every year. Make a difference every day - now more than ever!

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The Student Philanthropy Challenge seeks to raise awareness of philanthropy on our campus, what it means to be a future alumnus and build support among Minnesota State Mankato's first-year, sophomore, junior and senior students.

You might not realize how you have benefited from alumni and friend gifts. These funds support student scholarships, faculty training and development, department resources, and many other initiatives that enhance your education.

Please see the 2012 Student Philanthropy Challenge Committee members at the bottom of this page.

Check out the student testimonials and consider submitting a testimonial

Why give?

• To participate and make a difference
• To have an immediate impact on campus
• To benefit all students right now
• To increase the value of your degree
• To show thanks for an outstanding education and the skills you need to succeed
• In honor of the life-long friendships you've found here
• To ensure that Minnesota State continues to be an excellent University for generations to come
• To know what it means to be a future alumnus

What does it mean to be a future alumnus?

The list is endless and the important part to remember is your Maverick spirit is unique from your experiences on campus and/or online learning. Please share your excitement with others about Minnesota State throughout your lifetime and remember your alma mater.

• Encourage students to attend Minnesota State Mankato that you believe can benefit from a college education, just like you did!
• Continue to support the University with your time, expertise and a financial gift.
• Be an ambassador for Minnesota State Mankato each and every day. Alumni and friends are our greatest sales force and we need you communicating the exciting initiatives at the University.
• Recommend Minnesota State Mankato to family and friends
• Talk about your Minnesota State Mankato experiences to others
• Bookmark the Minnesota State Mankato website
• Give tours of campus to family and friends
• Wear Minnesota State Mankato apparel to show your Maverick pride
• Attend performances in Theatre and Dance
• Attend Minnesota State Mankato events
• Attend Homecoming
• Be excited about giving back every year as others gave before you—student testimonials
• Purchase the Minnesota State Mankato tie or scarf to showcase your purple and gold Maverick spirit
• Get ready to display your diploma from your alma mater upon graduation
• Get ready to receive your Alumni magazine—TODAY
• Get ready to buy an Minnesota State Mankato license plate with your alumni status

I'm already giving money to the University with my tuition

Tuition covers only a portion of what it costs to run our University, so gifts from private sources are essential. YOU have benefited from gifts made by students who have graduated before you. These alumni and friend gifts have made a difference in the quality of your education and your Minnesota State Mankato experience.

How can my gift of $50, $20.12 or $10 make a difference?

Your gift is combined with many other donations and the collective amount does have an immediate and tremendous impact. Your gift does make a difference! Below are some examples; these amounts can go a long way in enhancing your education:

• If 200 students give $50, it equals $10,000
• If 600 students give $20.12, it equals $12,072
• If 1,000 students give $10, it equals $10,000

What will my money be used for?

You can give your gift to any area on campus. You can also make a gift in honor of your parents or a favorite professor or coach.

How do I make a gift?

• Give Online: Make your gift now on our secure site
• Give by Phone: You can make a credit card gift now by calling toll-free at 1-800-662-2705 or when you receive your phone call from an Annual Fund student caller (Please answer your phone when you see 507-389-5876)
• Give by Mail: Make checks payable to:
  Minnesota State University, Mankato Foundation
  126 Alumni Foundation Center
  Mankato, MN 56001
• Stop by the Development Office on campus: Alumni and Foundation Center Building, room 126

2012 Student Philanthropy Challenge Committee Members

 

View all current and past Student Philanthropy Challenge Committee Members.