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Investing in the greatest good

Your gift to Seattle University helps create a stronger, more vibrant academic community and prepares students to become the kinds of leaders the world so urgently needs.

End of Year Gift Information

Seattle University will be closed for the holidays beginning Monday, December 23 until Thursday, January 2. For assistance with making a year-end gift during this time, please call University Advancement's central phone at 206-296-6100, select option 4 and leave a message with your name and phone number. Messages will be checked throughout the day and a staff member will contact you as soon as possible.

  • Checks - Gifts made by check must be postmarked by Tuesday, December 31 to be considered a 2024 gift.
  • Credit Cards - The easiest way to ensure that a gift via credit card is counted for the 2024 calendar year is to make your gift online any time before midnight on December 31.
  • Gifts of Stock - Gifts of stock must be transferred into Seattle University's brokerage account by December 30 to count as a 2024 contribution. SU Stock Transfer Instructions
  • IRA Rollover Checks - Due to SU's holiday closure, gifts made from a personal IRA checkbook must be received and cashed by Friday, December 20. Please coordinate with your IRA account administrator to ensure fund are withdrawn by 12/31/2024.

Explore Opportunities

Your gifts support expanded and more equitable access to scholarship awards, innovative new programs across disciplines and the recruitment and retention of distinguished faculty. 

2024 Donor Impact Report

Learn more about how your support is shaping Seattle University’s future.

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Ways to Support Seattle University

Seattle University offers many convenient ways to make your impact. Find the method that works best for you to support the university’s mission and students.

Your gift Matters

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Anthonny Ruiz, '23

"Without scholarships, I would not have the funds to meet basic needs while attending school. I was able to focus solely on my studies and not worry about basic things like rent, groceries, gas, etc. I accomplished more than I ever would have imagined at SU. Seattle University provides practical experience, internships, and course specific work- ALL of which provide me with the tools for a successful transition from school to career."

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Giving Opportunities: Areas to Support

Alumni and friends can decide where they want to make a difference on campus, whether it’s one of Seattle University's schools, colleges, programs, or centers, or by supporting students and faculty. Find what inspires you. 

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Gift Planning

Alumni and friends can establish their legacy at Seattle University through lifetime asset gifts and estate contributions. Discover how you can achieve your financial goals while making a lasting impact on Seattle University's future. 

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Seattle University Fund

The Seattle University Fund provides flexible, unrestricted resources to support the immediate and ever-changing needs of our students, faculty and staff. 

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Recognition Societies

Seattle University’s recognition societies celebrate the remarkable difference our donors make across campus through their giving. Explore the benefits of the President's Club, Legacy Society and Sustaining Supporters recognition societies. 

Meet the Team

To speak with someone about making a gift to your area of choice, please call 206-296-6301 or visit our staff page for a full list of University Advancement staff who can assist you.

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