Leadership Giving

Philanthropy has long played a role at Michigan State University. As we enter the 21st century, private support to the university takes on an even greater level of importance. Today, leaders who care about MSU are vital to our future. By partnering with Michigan State through your philanthropic investment, you become a pillar on which MSU can continue to advance knowledge and transform lives.

Planning Your Gift

We have developed a site that can serve as a resource for you as you develop your philanthropic plans. This easy-to-understand website is designed to help you find the gift that's right for you. Here you can learn how to plan a gift to Michigan State University. We will also tell you about creative giving strategies that enhance your, and your family's, well being while helping MSU us as well. Planning your gift.

Recognizing Your Generosity

Benefactors Plaza commemorates the contributions of Michigan State University's most generous donors and is symbolic of MSU's profound gratitude to philanthropic leaders.

In addition, MSU has ten donor societies designed to recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to benefit future generations of Spartans.

These recognition opportunities are just two very small ways that Michigan State University expresses its tremendous gratitude to our leadership donors.