Give to Harrisburg University
From its founding in 2001, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology has been an endeavor of, by and for the people of the Commonwealth. Its continued growth requires many partners working hand-in-hand with our faculty, students and staff.
Our continued growth requires many partners working hand-in-hand with our faculty, students and staff.
We could not provide a high-quality STEM education without the philanthropic support, internships, mentoring and other collaborative efforts from our public and private sector partners.
Make a Philanthropic Gift
Investing in Harrisburg University not only enables our students to thrive in highly sought-after STEM careers, but also positions our region and nation to be a competitive force in the global economy. Make a gift to University and ensure its rise as a prominent institution of higher education that benefits students and the region. Contact University Advancement for more information.
Annual Giving Fund
If you think changing the life of a student is a good return on an investment, make a gift to the Annual Fund. A gift to the Annual Fund is an investment you can be proud of and one that will pay dividends far into the future, because Harrisburg University is dedicated to enriching the lives of students studying for careers in math, science, engineering and technology (STEM) fields. With a student body that is nearly half minority and women, HU is making a college degree possible for two groups of students that have been the most under-represented in the science and technology fields.
Gifts to the Annual Fund provide critical resources to support programs and initiatives that benefit the entire campus community. More than 600 corporate, community and philanthropic leaders contribute to the HU Annual Fund because it provides direct financial support for academic programs and student scholarships.
For more information about the Harrisburg University Annual Fund please contact University Advancement.
Other Ways to Give
Charitable gifts from our donors, Alumni, friends and partners support scholarships, groundbreaking research, and high impact educational programs at HU. Learn about the many ways our donors give as well as more information on how to give a donation to HU.
ONE-TIME GIFT
We appreciate you visiting our site to make a quick donation. Your gift will be charged to your credit or debit card.
EITC
The EITC program extends a 75% tax credit to qualifying companies and individuals for donations to a nonprofit scholarship organization (SO) or educational improvement organization (EIO). This credit increases to 90% if the company commits to identical donations over two consecutive years. Participating businesses and individuals not only benefit from tax advantages but also contribute to innovative educational programs while enhancing their positive public relations through charitable work.
Please reach out to the Office of University Advancement for more information on donating to HU via the EITC program.
DONATION BY MAIL
Please make checks payable to “Harrisburg University Science & Technology” and include the name of the fund you wish to support on the memo line of your check.
Office of University Advancement
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology
326 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology has many, exciting opportunities for sponsorships including space, esports, and events.
Please reach out to the Office of University Advancement for more information on sponsorships with the university.
SECURITIES
Appreciated securities and mutual funds can be a tax-smart way to make a gift to HU. Please allow extra time at year-end to ensure timely receipt of securities for tax purposes.
Please reach out to the Office of University Advancement for more information.
DONOR ADVISED FUNDS
You can direct gifts to HU from your donor advised fund (DAF). The first step is to let our Office of University Advancement know that you intend to direct a gift to HU through your DAF. It is important for us to know the specific funds you are interested in supporting with this gift to ensure your gift is properly utilized.
Please reach out to the Office of University Advancement to share your DAF gift details or for additional assistance regarding what to support.
QUALIFIED CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTIONS
If you are 70.5 years of age you can use your individual retirement account (IRA) to make a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) to make a gift to Harrisburg University. A QCD can satisfy a required minimum distribution (up to $100,000).
Please reach out to the Office of University Advancement for more information on giving from your IRA.
MEMORIAL AND TRIBUTE GIFTS
Honoring a special person in your life with a gift to HU creates a personal and lasting tribute. You can specify for whom and to what area you are making your gift. We will also send an acknowledgement to the honoree or family of the deceased notifying them of your thoughtful gift; not revealing the amount of your contribution if you do not wish to share.
Below is the language you may use in your loved one’s obituary or memorial pages:
In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to Harrisburg University Science & Technology in memory of (name of deceased), allocated to (name of allocation), mailed to Harrisburg University, 326 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101.
Memorial or tribute gifts can also be made online.
ENDOWMENTS
An endowment gift is one of the most powerful ways you can support undergraduate scholarships, graduate fellowships, and exceptional faculty at HU. When you establish an endowment for the university, the investment provides sustainable financial support. Endowed funds can be created with a minimum of $50,000 payable over five years, or through a future gift from your estate.
Gifts to endowment will be administered as a permanent endowment under Harrisburg University Science & Technology’s policies.
Bequests, Life-Income Gifts, Real Property and Planned Gifts
The Office of University Advancement can help you discover ways to leave a legacy while making the best use of your assets. Contact the office to learn how you can turn your philanthropic dreams into a plan.
Some methods of planned gifts include:
- Bequests (will or living trust)
- Beneficiary designations (such as financial accounts, commercial annuities)
- Retirement plan assets (qualified charitable distributions and/or as beneficiary)
- Life income gifts (charitable gift annuities or charitable remainder trusts)
- Specialty trusts
- Life insurance
- Real estate
- Personal property
To get started, contact: Giving@HarrisburgU.edu
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