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Fundraising Resources

The Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation works on small and large fundraising initiatives that are priorities of the University.  

Main contact: Shaina Moravec, Executive Director of Development - smoravec@wualumni.org or x2751

School/College Liaisons

College of Arts and Science - Shaina Moravec (smoravec@wualumni.org x2751)
School of Business - Julie Olson (jolson@wualumni.org x1816)
School of Applied Studies - Shannon Peavler (speavler@wualumni.org x2092)
School of Law - Patrick Mikesic (pmikesic@wualumni.org x1869)
School of Nursing - Julie Olson (jolson@wualumni.org x1816)
Washburn Tech - Julie Olson (jolson@wualumni.org x1816)
Mabee Library - Erin Aldridge (ealdridge@wualumni.org x2734)
Washburn Athletics - Matt Hutchinson (mhutchinson@wualumni.org x1334)

If you received a donation check or have a generic gift question, contact Stefanie Weiland (sweiland@wualumni.org or x1832)

Types of Fundraising

Annual Giving

Many of Washburn's alumni and friends provide financial gifts every year. Donations for university priorities and main scholarship and general use funds are asked for through direct mail, phone calls, and emails. For more information about annual giving, contact Gemima Joseph at gjoseph@wualumni.org or x1733.

  • Day of Giving - Taking place in February every year, Washburn's annual Day of Giving celebrates Washburn University's birthday. Small-financing project proposals are submitted by faculty and staff in November and December for consideration, with funding available the following February/March. Project submissions are typically between $1,000 - $5,000. Not all submissions can be accepted for Day of Giving. Website: washburngivingday.org
    Day of Giving Project Application

  • Washburn Women's Venture Partners - Funding requests are accepted year-round and available after selections are made by the donors in the spring. Projects are typically less than $5,000, and not all submissions can be selected for funding. Read more about WWVP.
Major Giving

Longterm university projects that require multiple donors. For more information about major giving, contact Chris Parker at smoravec@wualumni.org or x1657. 

Planned Giving

Estate gifts are an important aspect of Washburn's overall fundraising efforts. The Foundation partners with a leading estate planning company to provide planning information to everyone including a series of direct mail pieces, e-newsletters and a website. For more information, contact Erin Aldridge at ealdridge@wualumni.org or 785.670.2734.

Students

1729 MacVicar Avenue
Topeka, KS 66604 Phone: 785.670.4483
Email: contactus@wualumni.org