How Does LMU's alumni giving rate compare to other schools and why is it important?
Your gift can have a direct impact on LMU's national ranking in U.S.
News & World Report, which factors alumni giving into its formula
for identifying the best colleges in the nation. Increased alumni
support has a direct and positive impact on LMU's ranking because when
alumni give back, it shows that the university was worth giving back
to! The higher LMU's ranking, the more valuable a Loyola Marymount
University degree is to all alumni.
Why should I give?
If you have participated in one of the many programs that support the
LMU experience and are possible because of gifts to the university,
then give back! Here is a list of popular places to designate your
gift:
-
LMU’s Greatest Needs
- LionsFund -Athletics
- Student Scholarship Fund (hyperlink all of these)
i. MAAA
ii. AAAA
iii. KILP
iv. MCKAY
*Please call us to see if you can give back directly to your scholarship.
- Colleges, Schools, or Academic Departments
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Service Organizations including Underwings and El Espejo
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Student Leadership and Development
What is Senior Walk?
Senior Walk is a pathway in Sunken Garden from Regent’s Terrace to
Sacred Heart Chapel. On that path you may have seen circular plaques
with a class year and maybe even a lion. These plaques are here to
recognize the dedication of each LMU SENIOR who has been a part of the
Senior Class Gift. If a SENIOR class manages to reach a higher
percentage of participation than the class before, they receive a lion
on the plaque. These plaques simply recognize the percentage of
SENIORS who donated.
Why does LMU need my money? Don't we have a big endowment? Haven't I paid enough in tuition?
LMU is funded by five major sources: tuition, contracts, grants, other
business ventures, and donations. Tuition covers only a part of the
cost of an LMU education. And, unlike some of our peers, LMU's
endowment currently does not generate the income required to meet the
immediate needs of our students. Therefore, we rely on gifts to The
Fund for LMU to fill the gap as we continue to build our endowment.
Gifts from you make the difference!
Why does my gift matter?
In the 2009 Fiscal Year, LMU raised over $480,000 from gifts under
$500. To generate $480,000 as interest from our endowment, we would
need an endowment of $9.6 million. Gifts of all sizes matter and that
means that whatever you are able to give helps to create LMU’s future.
What will my money be used for?
If a gift isn't directed to one of the areas listed in the "Designate
Your Gift" section, then your money will be used to fund student
activities, provide financial aid, or support faculty. Trying to
funnel everyone into the same gift is not what LMU has traditionally
encouraged people to do. Each individual had a unique experience here
and is urged to give back where they see fit.
Can I do this later?
Yes, but there is never any time better than the present.
Traditionally, the Senior Banquet and Ball has been the time to make
your gift, but if you donate now, we'll stop asking you for a gift this
year. All gifts that count toward the Senior Class Gift campaign must
be received by May 31, 2010.
Is this important?
YES!!! Your participation is so important because when foundations and
corporations are deciding whether to award LMU grants, they look at the
number of alumni and family members who contribute to the Annual Fund
as a factor to help them make their decisions. So a gift from you would
actually translate into potentially helping LMU receive millions of
dollars!
*Don't see what you're looking for? E-mail Sarah.Hansen@lmu.edu to find out if you can designate your gift to another activity or program.
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