Progress

2008 Class Gift Campaign

Total

$108,650

Gifts & Pledges

 

as of 5.29.08

Why I Gave

Alex Moore

Alex Moore (CGS'06, COM'08)

In my eyes giving back to this institution allows other students to have the same college experience I received; an experience that will follow, help, and guide me through whatever life brings. What I learned, the friends I made, the places I traveled to, and the opportunities I got, are all thanks to being a student here.

Dates to Know

9.2.08 Classes Begin

 

Countdown to Graduation

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Philanthropy 101

Who will my gift benefit?

  • Your gift is considered an alumni donation which will increase participation at the University and help move BU up in the national and international rankings.
  • Student giving will encourage BU alums to give back.
  • All gifts make a difference, regardless of the size. Giving back shows that you support the schools, college, faculty, and staff that have supported you while you were here.

You have many options to direct your gift:

  • Your school or college annual fund:  These funds assist the dean in supporting immediate needs of their school of college
  • Scholarship:  These gifts are used to provide students with need based scholarships
  • Student Life Fund is utilized by the Dean of Students Office to fund Student Activities and Programming through the Student Activities Office. It directly supports three areas:

    • Programming Council (PC)
    BU Central
    The Community Service Center (CSC)

  • Terrier Pride/Athletics: This fund is used for the general support of the Department of Athletics

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Top Ten Reasons to Support BU’s Class Gift Campaign
10. Your gift, no matter what size, shows the commitment the Class of 2008 has to Boston University.
9. You and your class will leave a lasting impression and set a standard for future graduating classes.
8. Your gift gives you an opportunity to show the appreciation you have for the exceptional experience you had at Boston University.
7. Your gift carries on the Class Gift Campaign tradition and strengthens the current and future success of BU.
6. Your gift will increase our donor participation, which will enable Boston University to achieve a higher national ranking, increase the value of your degree and attract more corporate and foundation gifts.
5. Your gift will help prepare students for today’s competitive job market by providing them with career counseling, internship opportunities, and research experience.
4. You have an opportunity to make your gift in honor of or in memory of a person who has been integral in your education and has made a difference in your life.
3. Your gift supports the various programs on campus that allow for the exceptional educational and personal experience that tuition doesn’t cover completely. Tuition covers 58% of what it costs to educate a BU student, so the Gift Campaign and your school or college depends on your continued support.
2. You are making an investment in BU’s future students much like the alumni, parents, friends and other students who made an investment in you during your BU experience.
1. It’s the right thing to do!

 

Thank you in advance for carrying on this successful BU tradition.