FAQ
What is ASCEND: The Campaign for the University of Denver, and how does it relate to the Faculty & Staff Campaign?
ASCEND: The Campaign for the University of Denver is a vision centered on an investment in human infrastructure: the people and programs that are the heart of DU’s vibrant campus and central to its sustained excellence. ASCEND is a comprehensive campaign, including all annual giving contributions as well as major gifts. By making a gift to the annual Faculty & Staff Campaign, you are automatically a contributor to ASCEND: The Campaign for the University of Denver.
Why should I give to DU?
The faculty and staff of DU are the core of our university. Every day, you make a difference by sharing your ideas, talents, and abilities. Your participation in the 2011 Faculty & Staff Campaign is another way that you can join together with your colleagues to show your support for the university and its vision for the future. Your participation in the Campaign signifies your commitment to DU. This is an opportunity for those who spend their days at DU to invest in the future of DU. Please give today!
Why should I give to the organization that pays my salary?
Most of us support causes that we believe in – our places of worship, health care and medical research organizations, the arts and youth organizations just to name a few. As your involvement with DU leads to a belief in the mission of the University, your financial support is another way you can make a difference. The commitment of the DU community is a strong vote of confidence in the future of DU.
What areas can I give to?
You may designate your gift to any area of the University. The priorities of the ASCEND campaign include scholarships, faculty funds, program funds, and the Academic Commons. You can support a favorite department – even your own – or professorship, you can support our students by giving to scholarships, or you can make a gift to your favorite performing arts or varsity sports at DU. These are only a few of the options.
What benefits do Faculty & Staff Campaign participants receive?
Faculty & staff who contribute to the campaign will receive a special delivery the week after they donate to mark their contribution.
Am I required to make a gift?
No, you are not required to make a gift. You should give because you want to give, to invest in the institution that invests in you.
How much should I give?
Your gift should be of a size that seems appropriate to you. Even the smallest gifts make a difference. The simple fact that you are participating means a great deal to the University.
When is the 2011 Campaign kickoff event?
The 2011 Faculty & Staff Campaign kickoff event will be held on Friday, September 22nd at Graduation Green from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include a complimentary BBQ buffet. All DU faculty and staff are invited to attend, but RSVP’s are required. Please RSVP to Sherry Lestina at slestina@du.edu or by calling 303-871-4591.
Will I receive a receipt for my gift?
Yes, you will receive a gift receipt from University Advancement after your gift has been processed.
Is the Faculty & Staff Campaign the same thing as the United Way Campaign?
No. Contributions to the Faculty & Staff Campaign stay here at DU and benefit our university.
