
Impact
Whether you support scholarships, facilities, research experiences, athletics or academic programs, your gifts make a daily impact on the University of IllinoisNews & Stories
Each University of Illinois donor has a unique and inspirational story tied to their giving, and we’re thrilled to share them.
Retired UIS Professor Gives Back to Help People Get Where They Want to Be
September 08, 2026 10:31 AMSharron LaFollette’s support will help create opportunities for future generations of students to gain meaningful professional experience while exploring careers that align with their passions.

University of Illinois Philanthropy Center Earns WELL Platinum Certification
August 18, 2026 08:57 AMThe University of Illinois Philanthropy Center has earned WELL Platinum certification—the highest level achievable under the WELL Building Standard, and one of the most rigorous recognitions a workplace can earn.
New article
September 23, 2026 04:01 PMThis is a new article to test the updated strapi database

Former Illini Cheerleader Establishes Cheerleading Scholarship Fund
September 11, 2026 10:35 AMFormer University of Illinois cheerleader David A. Mizer has established the David A. Mizer Cheerleading Education Fund, creating a new scholarship opportunity for members of the Fighting Illini Cheerleading program.

Ensuring opportunties to learn, grow, and succeed
September 09, 2026 11:42 AMFor Jack Blevins, giving back has never been about recognition. It is about ensuring future generations of Illinois engineers have the same opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed that shaped his own life.
Retired UIS Professor Gives Back to Help People Get Where They Want to Be
September 08, 2026 10:31 AMSharron LaFollette’s support will help create opportunities for future generations of students to gain meaningful professional experience while exploring careers that align with their passions.

University of Illinois Philanthropy Center Earns WELL Platinum Certification
August 18, 2026 08:57 AMThe University of Illinois Philanthropy Center has earned WELL Platinum certification—the highest level achievable under the WELL Building Standard, and one of the most rigorous recognitions a workplace can earn.
New article
September 23, 2026 04:01 PMThis is a new article to test the updated strapi database

Former Illini Cheerleader Establishes Cheerleading Scholarship Fund
September 11, 2026 10:35 AMFormer University of Illinois cheerleader David A. Mizer has established the David A. Mizer Cheerleading Education Fund, creating a new scholarship opportunity for members of the Fighting Illini Cheerleading program.

Ensuring opportunties to learn, grow, and succeed
September 09, 2026 11:42 AMFor Jack Blevins, giving back has never been about recognition. It is about ensuring future generations of Illinois engineers have the same opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed that shaped his own life.
Retired UIS Professor Gives Back to Help People Get Where They Want to Be
September 08, 2026 10:31 AMSharron LaFollette’s support will help create opportunities for future generations of students to gain meaningful professional experience while exploring careers that align with their passions.

University of Illinois Philanthropy Center Earns WELL Platinum Certification
August 18, 2026 08:57 AMThe University of Illinois Philanthropy Center has earned WELL Platinum certification—the highest level achievable under the WELL Building Standard, and one of the most rigorous recognitions a workplace can earn.

Donor Recognition

As the premier donor recognition program of the University of Illinois, the President’s Council recognizes individuals who make significant philanthropic investments in the University totaling $50,000 or more. Learn more about the impact of President’s Council support and the benefits of membership.
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Gifts in FY25
171,305Donors in FY25
50,470
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