UNI Annual Fund Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the UNI Annual Fund?
A. Each year the University of Northern Iowa raises money through
the UNI Annual Fund. The yearly contributions are an ongoing important
component for the university's students, colleges and facilities. The
university depends upon the UNI Annual Fund gifts from its alumni and
friends to help advance its programs and to enhance the school's academic
quality.
Q. Why should I give to the UNI Annual Fund over another fund?
A. As the backbone of private support, the Annual Fund provides the resources needed to acquire scholarship and program support for UNI students campus-wide.
Q. Why is it so important to make sure I give every year?
A. The loyal giving by UNI's alumni and friends each year supports students and keeps UNI at the top of its peer institutions in alumni giving; one consideration given in ranking UNI among the top institutions in "U.S. World and News Reports: America's Best Colleges." For every student, every year--annual giving makes a difference!
Q. What is the Campanile Society?
A. The Campanile Society was founded in 2003 to honor those who have
given a gift of $1,000 or more per year to the UNI Annual Fund. For more
information or to become a member of the Campanile Society, contact the
UNI Foundation.
Q. What is the Heidemann Challenge?
A. Jorgen Heidemann '68, UNI Foundation Board of Trustees, and Camilla Heidemann invite you to double the impact of your gift. If this your FIRST gift to the UNI Annual Fund, Jorgen and Camilla will match your gift dollar for dollar up to $100,000. Just imagine how that will benefit UNI students!
Q. What is the difference between my Annual Fund contribution and the Alumni Association?
A. Both are very important to the success of UNI's students. The UNI Annual Fund is a 100% tax-deductible, charitable contribution that benefits students, faculty and staff campus-wide by providing the resources UNI needs to acquire scholarships and program support. Alumni Association membership dues ensure the Alumni Association can continue to offer programs and services to alumni and students. Members receive the alumni magazine Northern Iowa Today and have access to exclusive benefits and services for alumni.
UNI Phone-A-Thon
Q. Who is making the phone calls that I receive about the UNI Annual
Fund?
A. Currently enrolled UNI students who are very knowledgeable about campus.
Q. Why do I get more than one phone call from these students in a
year?
A. The Phone-A-Thon calls for more than just the UNI Annual Fund. The
students also raise money for each college and special programs.
Q. How can I avoid receiving a phone call from the UNI Phone-A-Thon?
A. If you don't want to receive a phone call about campus updates, you
can pledge
online or call 1-800-782-9522 to pledge on the phone.
Giving
Q. How can I make a gift of cash to the UNI Annual Fund?
A. A gift to the UNI Annual Fund can be made with a single payment or
a pledge broken down into a few payments. If you wish to make a multi-payment
pledge, the UNI Foundation can set up a schedule of payment reminders
for you.
Checks for gifts of cash should be made out to the UNI Foundation and
mailed to:
204 Commons, University of Northern Iowa - Cedar Falls, Iowa 50614-0282.
Gifts may also be paid by credit card or, for UNI employees, through payroll
deduction. Contact the UNI Foundation for additional information.
Q. How can my gift be doubled or tripled?
A. Many corporations often match gifts. Any donor may maximize his/her
gift by contacting their employer's personnel office for the appropriate
forms or the UNI Development Office.
Q. Can I designate my gift to sources other than the UNI Annual Fund?
A. Yes. There are numerous accounts to which you can designate your
gift. Many alumni choose to designate their annual gift to a specific
program or department on campus.
Q. Can I give online?
A. The UNI Foundation provides a safe and secure online giving option.
A 'Make an Online Gift' link is provided at the left side of each page on our Web site.
This link will take you to a secure and confidential pledge form. Fill
the form out completely, and, if you wish to restrict your gift, indicate
the UNI program or activity that you would like to support. Then, click
'Submit Your Pledge.' You will receive receipt of your gift by e-mail and in written form from the UNI Foundation Office of Financial Services.
Q. Is my gift to the UNI Annual Fund tax-deductible?
A. Yes, gifts to the UNI Annual Fund are tax-deductible to the extent
allowable by law. You must claim a gift as an itemized deduction on your
tax return. You will receive a printed receipt for your gift.
Q. I have more questions about giving - whom do I contact?
A. Please contact the UNI Foundation - 204 Commons, University of Northern
Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa 50614-0282 for more information. Telephone: 319-273-6078,
1-800-782-9522 or e-mail at UNI.Foundation@uni.edu
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