The Kent State University Annual Fund raises awareness of the university's vast achievements and encourages a culture of philanthropy throughout the university community. Through The Annual Fund, individual alumni, parents, faculty and staff, and friends of the university are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to the university's mission through annual financial support. Creating an environment conducive to philanthropy is essential for Kent State to achieve excellence in the classroom and beyond. Alumni, parents, faculty and staff, and friends are invited to participate in the Kent State University Annual Fund by making a gift to any college, school or program. Every gift to The Annual Fund makes a difference — there is power in numbers! Your support provides immediate assistance that puts excellence in action for all Kent State students and programs. Are you looking for a way to maximize the effect that your gift can have? We have a solution: find out if your employer sponsors a matching gift program. Several corporations match the charitable contributions of their employees. Our easy-to-use Matching Gifts Web page will help you to determine whether you or your spouse are employed by a company that will match your gift to Kent State University!