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Giving at I.S.U.

Together, we've made history!

Thanks to you, alumni and friends, Illinois State University received
over $52 MIL in fiscal year 2026 to support our students and faculty.
Your gifts matter, Redbirds!

Your giving is felt across campus.

We celebrate your generosity and impact.

Every time you choose to make a gift to Illinois State University, you help launch Redbird dreams. You contribute to the educational and scholarly pursuits that help prepare future leaders who will approach problems creatively, engage with their communities fully, and pursue excellence long after graduation.

Giving News

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Meet Dr. Kristal Hines Shelvin, an alum of the College of Arts and Sciences.
boxes of toys for donation to Toys for Tots
Illinois State University and the Staff Council partner with Toys for Tots of McLean County in [...]
Fall State at the Farm Hall of Business
Illinois State University students are gaining hands-on experience tackling real-world problems [...]