Ways to Give
Ways to Give to Penn State Chemistry
Endowment Funds provide a future, stable source of support for the most critical needs of the Department of Chemistry. Please contact us if you are interested in establishing an endowment. The University sets minimum levels needed for various named endowments.
| Type of Named Endowment | Minimum Gift |
|---|---|
| Dean's Chair | $5,000,000 |
| Department Head's Chair | $3,000,000 |
| Faculty Chair | $2,000,000 |
| Professorship | $1,000,000 |
| Career Development Professorship | $ 500,000 |
| Lectureship | $ 100,000 |
| Graduate Fellowship | $ 250,000 |
| Academic Excellence Scholarship | $ 150,000 |
| Undergraduate Scholarship | $ 50,000 |
| Trustee Scholarship | $ 50,000 |
| Research | $ 50,000 |
| General | $ 25,000 |
| Awards | $ 20,000 |
The Chemistry Legacy Fund provides flexible funds that can be used for needs not covered by the state budget. These funds provide flexibility that allows the department to support both ongoing projects and special initiatives. Please see the Make a Gift to Chemistry web page to give to the Chemistry Legacy Fund.
Memorial Funds can be established to commemorate individuals. Chemistry memorial funds include those honoring Dan Waugh, K. Elizabeth Howe, Harry Bright, George G. Pond, Peter Gold, and Richard Koerner. Donations may be given to Chemistry Leadership Fund in memory or in honor of an individual. The Department of Chemistry will notify the family of the gift. Please see the Make a Gift to Chemistry web page to make a memorial gift.
