WAYS TO GIVE
1867 FUND
The 1867 Fund Is the University's Official Fund that addresses areas of greatest need.
TRUST FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
The Trust for Educational Excellence serves as the University's endowment. Alumni have the option to establish scholarship funds that contribute to the growth of the Trust, or they may choose to donate unrestricted funds directly.
ASU CARES
ASU CARES
ASU Cares is the University's Official Retention Scholarship designed to support students and aid in their academic journey.
Get Ready to Give!
In response to this new era and in alignment with our commitment to enhance the student-athlete experience. Alabama State University is proud to announce the launch of the Hornet Student Athlete NIL Fund a forward-thinking initiative designed to empower our alumni, fans, and supporters to directly impact our student-athletes through NIL.
The mission of the Hornet Club is to provide critical financial support to the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Your commitment helps enhance the overall experience for the extremely talented student-athletes that represent Alabama State University.
ASU CHANGE APP
When users link their debit or credit card, spare change from daily purchases is rounded up and automatically donated to Alabama State University. Once their spare change reaches $5, it’s sent to ASU — no extra steps, just real-time impact.
The ASU Change app makes it easy for alumni, fans, and supporters to give back to the yard. One purchase at a time.
See the impact, and invite others to join.
When University employees give, it sends a message that we believe in our mission. Through payroll deduction no matter the amount you support scholarships, student success, and the continued growth of our University. Join colleagues in making a lasting impact and helping elevate ASU to even greater heights.
OTHER TYPES OF GIFTS
DIRECT SUPPORT
DONATION MATCHING
DONATION MATCHING
Support your favorite school of study, sport CommUniversity event, or the Mighty Marching Hornets directly
DONATION MATCHING
DONATION MATCHING
DONATION MATCHING
Does your employer match donations?
Many companies have policies that match employee donations to their alma maters or nonprofit organizations. To find out it this option is available, check with your benefits or payroll department.
LIFE INCOME
DONATION MATCHING
PLANNED GIVING
Life income gifts are mutually beneficial for both the donor and the University. By transferring cash or stock to ASU and establishing either a "charitable remainder unitrust" or a "charitable remainder annuity trust", you can secure a return of 5% or greater annually.
PLANNED GIVING
REAL ESTATE / IN KIND
PLANNED GIVING
Planned giving involves designating the University as a beneficiary in your will, retirement plan, or life insurance policy. Alumni who choose to do this become members of the Marion Society, A revitalized affinity group for those who have included ASU in their estate planning.
REAL ESTATE / IN KIND
REAL ESTATE / IN KIND
REAL ESTATE / IN KIND
Making a gift of real estate allows you to avoid capital gain tax that would have been incurred had your sold the property. Additional, you can receive a tax deduction for the appraised value of the property. The same principle applies to donations of antiquities made to the University as in-kind gifts.
STOCK
REAL ESTATE / IN KIND
REAL ESTATE / IN KIND
Making a gift of stock can be a wise decision because it offers two significant tax benefits. First, you can avoid paying capital gains tax. Second, you can receive an income tax charitable deduction based on the full fair market value of the stock