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Establishing a named fund is a great way to create your legacy at The University of Akron and getting started only takes a few minutes.

Fill out the information below, make your contribution on your credit card, Apple/Google Pay, or Paypal and click "Start My Fund." That’s it! Once your information has been received, a team member will contact you to finalize your fund agreement. If you are looking to establish your fund with a gift of stock or other planned gift, please contact us at 330-972-7238.

Please note: To establish a named endowment with The University of Akron Foundation, a minimum gift of $25,000 is required. The endowment can be funded fully with an outright gift of $25,000, with annual gifts over a period of up to five years to reach the minimum requirement, or through a planned gift.

To establish a named annual fund, a minimum gift of $5,000 per year for at least 4 years is required.

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$5,000 minimum donation required to establish this type of fund.

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    By submitting this form, you are initiating the process of starting a fund. Your fund will be officially established once your fund agreement has been finalized and signed, yet the date of your donation for tax purposes is the day your gift is received.

    Click here for a downloadable overview on establishing funds at UA.

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