Overview of Who Benefits

Kutztown University has a wide variety of needs and objectives, all strategic in enhancing the quality of the education delivered to today's and tomorrow's students. These needs and objectives are just as diverse as the interests and passions of the donors who support the university.

Making a philanthropic gift is a very personal act and it is important that your decision to support Kutztown University aligns with your personal interests and passions. Below is an outline to help show the ways in which your support benefits the university.

Students

There are many ways to help students, from establishing or supporting scholarships, student awards, international study tours, or internships that provide meaningful work experience, to supporting a plethora of extracurricular activities such as athletics, student clubs, or leadership opportunities. Learn more about KU students who have benefitted from your support

Faculty

A high quality faculty is critical to ensure a high quality education is delivered. Support of faculty can take the form of research funds, needed equipment, or recognition initiatives. Additional support can take the form of endowments to name an endowed faculty position.

Academic Programs

Many donors align their interests with the needs of the university by giving to an academic program that is most meaningful to them. Support of academic programs can take the form of program funds, support of student clubs aligned with a specific program, research funds, or scholarships and awards designated for a specific academic program.

Extracurricular Programs

As important as what is taking place in the classroom is the learning that takes place outside the classroom. Leadership opportunities and team building skills are often acquired with participation in various extracurricular activities. Athletic programming, student clubs, community outreach, guest lecturers, internships, or study aboard tours all enhance the educational experience for the students at Kutztown University.

Facilities and Equipment

The physical learning environment is critical in attracting and retaining students. Additionally, having the right equipment and tools to teach and conduct research ensures that the quality of education at Kutztown University gives students a competitive advantage. Philanthropic support can take the form of new construction, renovations (for example, the renovation of Schaeffer Auditorium), state-of-the-art equipment, or campus beautification.

The University

Many donors are passionate about the wellbeing of Kutztown University as a whole and just want to help advance the mission of the University. These undesignated gifts help support the areas of greatest need and enhance the quality of the education at Kutztown. Undesignated gifts are some of the most impactful on the student's educational experience.