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About KU Endowment

As an independent, nonprofit organization and the official fundraising foundation for the University of Kansas, KU Endowment partners with donors in providing philanthropic support to build a greater KU.

KU Giving Magazine

In this Fall 2024 issue, we hear from a KU professor about his new book on edible plants, learn about a KU swim program focused on making aquatics accessible to all, meet KU’s Bob Dylan Fellow and get to know inspiring KU students, faculty and alumni.

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Endowed
Professorships

125

Privately Sponsored
Scholarships Per Year

750

BUILDINGS ON CAMPUS FUNDED BY PRIVATE PHILANTHROPY

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Crowdfunding

Want to learn about special KU projects where every gift can make a big difference? Check out our crowdfunding initiative, LaunchKU. These projects have a short time frame, but a lasting benefit.

Latest News

‘True giving is not measured by wealth’: Richard Paegelow’s legacy of generosity at KU   
KU Athletics receives historic $300 million gift from longtime donor and alumnus David Booth  
Paul and Linda DeBruce provide $25 million gift for KU Gateway District
Big heart from a small town
$10 million gift ensures construction of new entrepreneurship hub at KU
Bedford Falls Foundation commits $1.6 million to support KU School of Nursing scholarships

Featured Story

At KU, Ansley Bender has found a school with a welcoming community that genuinely cares. As a psychology major Ansley is passionate to help reduce the stigma around mental illness.

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 Support your passion by making a gift that impacts the lives of students, faculty, patients, and researchers for generations to come. On their behalf, we thank you for your generosity.

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 Support your passion by making a gift that impacts the lives of students, faculty, patients, and researchers for generations to come. On their behalf, we thank you for your generosity.