ANNUAL GIVING/UNIVERSITY FUND
The gift of education

Every gift to Sacramento State is important, and Annual Giving allows us to combine several gifts to make the greatest possible impact.

Our Annual Giving donors are students, parents, faculty, staff, friends and alumni who want to build on Sacramento State’s tradition of excellence through a tax-deductible gift to the University. You can make your annual gift as an unrestricted donation, which enables the University to respond where the need is greatest. Or you can support the area of the University that is of most interest to you, such as a department, a program, a College, the University Library or Intercollegiate Athletics.

Annual Giving programs include: the University Fund and College Annual Funds—both of which conduct yearly Phonathon and direct mail campaigns—as well as the President’s Circle and the Parent Giving Program.

To learn more about Annual Giving programs, contact annualfund@csus.edu.

Annual Giving programs

The University Fund
In the fall semester, Annual Giving raises unrestricted funds through the University Fund, money that goes to the places on campus where it is needed most. The University Fund benefits students and programs throughout Sacramento State by funding such things as scholarships, library materials, multicultural programs and technology upgrades for computer labs and classrooms.

Phonathon
The Phonathon enlists some of Sacramento State’s most outgoing and enthusiastic students to call on alumni, parents and friends to raise funds for the University. The Phonathon calls twice a year – in the fall to raise money for the University Fund and in the spring to raise money for seven individual Colleges on campus, as well as the University Library.

The Phonathon not only generates much-needed funding for the University, but it gives students an opportunity to work on campus in a job that richly enhances their educational experience and communication skills. Phonathon students want to learn about you and what is happening in your life. They also will give you an update on the latest activities and events at Sacramento State. In addition, your student caller might also tell you a little about themselves and even ask for your advice.

When a student calls he or she will tell you where they are calling from and the purpose of their call, and they will confirm your address in our database, access to which is strictly regulated. They also can tell you about potential opportunities for matching gifts from your employer.

President’s Circle
The President’s Circle is a group of leadership donors who express their support for the campus through generous annual donations to the University. President’s Circle gifts help President Gonzalez respond to emerging issues and promote educational access and excellence for our students.

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Parent Giving
Most students at Sacramento State receive some form of financial aid. As a component of Sacramento State Annual Giving, the University is embarking on a Parent Giving Program designed to help bridge the gap between what students receive in aid and the actual cost of funding an education. Additionally, Parent Giving Program gifts can support University-wide initiatives, including scholarships, academic programs, Student Affairs projects, cultural events and library resources. Parents Giving Program gifts can make a difference in the lives of today’s students and tomorrow’s leaders.

To find out more about Annual Giving at Sacramento State, contact Amber Browne, Director of Annual Giving at (916) 278-5289 or annualfund@csus.edu.

College Annual Funds
In the spring, the University raises unrestricted dollars for each of the College Annual Funds, allowing donors to meet the program needs of a specific college within the University. These can range from student projects and organizations, department scholarships, classroom equipment and faculty research.

To learn more about contributing to a College Annual Fund contact:

College of Arts and Letters
University Development at (916) 278-6989
College of Arts and Letters homepage

College of Business Administration
John Power, director of Development, at (916) 278-2452 or jpower@csus.edu
College of Business Administration homepage

College of Education
John Koch, Director of Planned Giving, at (916) 278-3852 or jfkoch@csus.edu
College of Education homepage

College of Engineering and Computer Science
Rebecca Thompson, Executive Director of Development, at (916) 278-3493 or rthomps@csus.edu
College of Engineering and Computer Science homepage

College of Health and Human Services
Rebecca Thompson, Executive Director of Development, at (916) 278-3493 or rthomps@csus.edu
College of Health and Human Services homepage

College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Dennis Trujillo, Director of Development, at (916) 278-5547 or dtrujillo@csus.edu
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics homepage

College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies
Dennis Trujillo, Director of Development, at (916) 278-5547 or dtrujillo@csus.edu
College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies homepage

University Library
John Power, Director of Development, at (916) 278-2452 or jpower@csus.edu
University Library homepage

Intercollegiate Athletics
Mark Livingston, assistant athletic Director for Development, (916) 278-4269 or mlivings@csus.edu
Intercollegiate Athletics homepage

 

For more information contact University Development at (916) 278-6989