Foundation Members demonstrate extraordinary commitment to the University of Illinois through significant financial support, active advocacy, and meaningful involvement. Today, nearly 1,000 members give generously, volunteer their time and expertise, attend or sponsor events, and recruit fellow advocates for the University of Illinois System and its three universities in Urbana‑Champaign, Chicago, and Springfield.
“The best volunteers have respect and confidence in the staff and vice versa. The right volunteer can ensure success by bringing in potential donors that the organization would otherwise not be able to approach. Campaign Volunteers must be excited and exciting. Should have the capability to inspire others to action.”
The Importance of Volunteers in a Capital Campaign
published by the International Journal of Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Marketing
Foundation Membership
Benefits and Opportunities
- You will receive a quarterly e-newsletter that provides you with an insider’s perspective on university and philanthropic highlights.
- You will be invited to attend special events that are periodically hosted by the University and UIF, including Foundation Weekend festivities.
- You can be recognized* on Foundation materials for the important advocacy role you play for the University of Illinois. (*optional)
- Once you are a member, you will be allowed to remain a member as long as you wish. (Members may submit a request for removal.)
Illustrating the Impact of
Foundation Membership
President’s Council Membership
Members Creating Lasting Impact
$1.1 BILLIONRaised by Foundation Members advanced the campaigns With Illinois, IGNITE, and Reaching Stellar.
Impact Across the UI System
165University of Illinois Chicago Members
720University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign Members
58University of Illinois Springfield Members
Ongoing Commitment
5K+Foundation Members have attended events since 2020
Leadership
500Strategic advisory boards & committees are strengthened by Foundation Member leadership across our universities.