 |  A college degree offers the surest path to success, but the cost of educating students has never been higher. Tuition and government funding cover only a fraction of those expenses. Research and instruction — in fields from liquid crystals to journalism, from nursing to fashion design — develop young minds as they expand our understanding of the world around us. Our graduates are more likely to stay in the region and earn more than those without college degrees. University programs and spin-off businesses provide high-earning jobs to local residents. Private contributions from alumni, friends, foundations and corporations help educate students, build knowledge and strengthen our community. Gifts to Kent State provide needed support for everything from scholarships to research to building renovations to athletics – and ultimately work toward President Lester Lefton’s goal of excellence across all of our programs.Philanthropy is about enacting your vision of changing the world. We stand ready to help you bring that vision to life at Kent State — whether through Annual Fund contributions, a major gift or endowment, a bequest, or a planned gift that also provides income to you or a loved one. |  | I would like to ... Make a contribution Learn more about gifts that also provide income Include Kent State in my will See if my employer will match my donations Kent State University Foundation P.O. Box 5190 Kent, OH 44242-0001 330-672-2222 advancement@kent.edu |
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