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.
Every philanthropic investment expands opportunities for students, fuels innovation, and strengthens the University’s ability to prepare tomorrow’s STEM leaders.
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. Your generosity empowers students, advances research and innovation, and expands access to transformative educational opportunities. Every gift helps Harrisburg University prepare graduates to make meaningful contributions in their communities and around the world.
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 provides immediate support where it is needed most, helping students succeed while strengthening Harrisburg University’s mission of advancing STEM education and innovation.
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 the Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Relations.
Introducing the Harrisburg University Emerald Society: A New Way to Give
The Harrisburg University Emerald Society honors the generosity, vision, and commitment of our donors who give $1,000 or more in the fiscal year. To these exemplary individuals: thank you for helping us shape the future of education, innovation, and opportunity.
Why Emerald?
Named for the emerald – a symbol of loyalty, renewal, growth, and new beginnings – the Emerald Society embodies the lasting impact of those who give year after year. These gifts provide the foundation of progress at HU by fueling scholarships, advancing meaningful research, supporting student success, and driving transformative initiatives across the university and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Just as an emerald is formed only when rare elements align under ideal conditions, our institution flourishes when knowledge, innovation, and community support come together. Both processes require patience, precision, and the right environment to create something of lasting value. By joining the Emerald Society, you are helping to ensure that this university continues to grow into a brilliant force for discovery and opportunity.
We proudly recognize and celebrate our dedicated supporters whose consistent contributions empower students, enrich academic excellence and foster a culture of philanthropy. As a way of thanking donors for their generosity, Emerald Society members receive exclusive benefits during the calendar year in which their donation is received.
Emerald Society Membership Levels
- $1,000 or more: Emerald Society Member – 1-year membership.
- $250: Recent Graduate Member – Available only to Harrisburg University Undergraduate Degree Alumni, 0–5 years after graduation.
- $500: Recent Graduate Member – Available only to Harrisburg University Undergraduate Alumni, 6–9 years after graduation.
More membership levels and additional details will be released soon.
Thank you for your belief and support! Together, we’re building a legacy that strengthens our community and ensures a brighter, more promising future for generations to come.
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.
Contact the Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Relations at: giving@harrisburgu.edu.
We’re happy to help you identify the giving opportunity that best aligns with your philanthropic goals.
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.
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 Philanthropy & Alumni Relations
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology
326 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Sponsorship Opportunities
Harrisburg University has many exciting opportunities for sponsorships including naming opportunities, esports initiatives, student programs and events, and other strategic partnerships.
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.
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.
Memorial and Tribute Gifts
Honor or remember someone special with a meaningful gift to Harrisburg Memorial and tribute gifts celebrate the lives, achievements, and lasting impact of those who have made a difference in your life while supporting the University’s mission. You may designate your gift to the area or fund that is most meaningful to you.
If requested, the University will send an acknowledgment of your thoughtful gift to the honoree or the family of the individual being remembered. The amount of your gift will never be disclosed.
If you would like to encourage memorial gifts in lieu of flowers, you may use the following language in an obituary or memorial announcement:
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in memory of (name of deceased) to support (name of fund or designation). Gifts may be mailed to: Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Relations, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, 326 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101.
Memorial and tribute gifts may also be made online. When making your gift, please include the name of the individual you are honoring or remembering in the Donor Designation / Note field. If you would like the University to notify someone of your gift, please provide the recipient’s name and mailing address. Gift amounts are never shared.
If making your gift by check, please make the check payable to Harrisburg University Science & Technology and write “Memorial – [Name]” or “Tribute – [Name]” in the memo line. Please complete and include the Memorial and Tribute form.
Gift amounts are never shared.
In-Kind Donations
In-kind gifts provide valuable goods and services that directly support HarrisburgUniversity’s students, faculty, programs, and events. These contributions help enhance learning opportunities while reducing University expenses.
Examples of in-kind donations include:
- Laboratory equipment and technology Computers, software, and specialized STEM equipment
- Furniture and office equipment Event supplies and catering
- Professional services, such as legal, – marketing, graphic design, or consulting
- Auction items or raffle prizes for fundraising events
Qualified Charitable Distributions
If you are age 70 ½ or older, you may be eligible to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA to support Harrisburg A QCD allows you to make a charitable gift directly from your IRA while potentially satisfying all or part of your required minimum distribution (RMD). Annual QCD limits are set by the IRS and adjusted for inflation.
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.
Endowment gifts are invested to provide lasting support for Harrisburg University’s mission while preserving the principal in accordance with University.
Bequests, Life-Income Gifts, Real Property and Planned Gifts
The Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Relations can help you explore charitable giving options that reflect your personal, financial, and philanthropic goals while creating a lasting legacy at Harrisburg University.
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
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Contact the Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Relations at: giving@harrisburgu.edu.
We’re happy to help you identify the giving opportunity that best aligns with your philanthropic goals.
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