Giving back moves IU forward
A box of rocks started it all. Donated by a farmer to help teach science courses, that mineral collection was the first gift ever made to Indiana University.
That farmer with his box of rocks laid a foundation of generosity that has built IU and continues to this day. Every single gift helps make the IU experience possible and enriches people’s lives in Indiana and beyond.
- Elevating IU campuses and programs
- Furthering critical research and innovation
- Uplifting communities around the world
- Empowering students to achieve their dreams and improve the world
How to make your gift to IU
You’ve got plenty of options—from gifts that take only a few clicks to complete to long-term plans that provide enduring support. Let us help you find the approach to giving that works best for you.
Your generosity makes a difference
Creating opportunities for students
See how gifts to student research are furthering our understanding of critical issues like antibiotic resistance.
Bringing bold ideas to life
Discover the innovative treatment for opioid use disorder that IU donors have helped make possible.
Sustaining Hoosier communities
Learn how donors are fueling a rural renaissance, improving lives in communities across Indiana.
Current opportunities and urgent needs
Your generosity helps IU respond where support is needed most—from student success and academic programs to emerging challenges across campuses.
We’re here to help
Questions about giving? Need assistance with making a gift? Please contact us at iufgift@iu.edu or 812-855-8311 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eastern time, Monday–Friday).