Do all gifts to the Annual Fund go into the same account?
No, the Annual Fund is not a "fund" in that sense. Your gift to the Annual Fund goes directly into the operating account of whatever area you specify. The Annual Fund name refers instead to the overall program as a source of vital support for the university.
Who decides where my gift is used?
You do! Every gift goes exactly where the donor designates. Of course, you can choose to not restrict your gift at all, in which case it will go wherever the university needs it most.
How much of my gift really goes there?
All of it. If you write a $100 check to your school, your school receives $100. Fundraising costs are a budgeted expense at Florida International University . We are dedicated to keeping fundraising costs down. On average, it only costs FIU between ten and fifteen cents to raise a dollar for Florida International University —a low figure for a not-for-profit organization.
What areas does the Annual Fund support?
Almost any area whose focus is primarily academic. The Annual Fund exists to further the educational mission of Florida International University . All academic schools, departments, libraries, and programs are included in the Annual Fund. While gifts to non-academic areas are welcome, not all are considered part of the Annual Fund.
In what ways does the Annual Fund support these areas?
The ways are as different as the areas themselves. Among other things, annual gifts can provide:
- Program operating funds
- Modern learning and teaching environments
- Classroom equipment
- Technology upgrades
- Faculty support
- Career planning resources
- Library acquisitions
- Scholarships and fellowships
- Guest lecturers
How can I double the value of my gift? (Click here for a list of employers)
Your employer may match your gift for higher education. Some will even triple it! For each gift or installment, ask your human resources office for a Matching Gift form, fill it out, and send it to the Florida International University Development Office along with your check.
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