Wondering What a Gift to Doane Means?

When you give to Doane University, you’re supporting more than 150 years of academic excellence, tradition, and achievement. Your contribution helps build leaders, pioneers, and innovators.

It’s All For Our Students

Every single gift made to Doane University contributes not just to the development of our students, but also to making education available to more students from around the globe.

It’s because of our donors, and because of their contributions, that Doane has and will continue to provide premiere education opportunities in Nebraska for generations to come.

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Hear From the People Who Matter Most

Our students and faculty love Doane and the generous donors who make their education experience possible. Hear directly from them on what your contribution means.

Katie Coble '20

“It would not be possible for me to be here without your support”

Katie Coble
Doane graduate

Recognizing Our Donors

Without the amazing contributions of our donors, none of the work we do would be possible. It is through their generous contributions alone that Doane University continues to not just survive, but thrive.

Use the link below to learn more about our donors as well as the Heritage, Thomas Doane, David Brainerd Perry, and Doane Societies.

Gifts Create Real Opportunities

When you give to Doane, your contribution creates real, tangible opportunities for students and faculty. Learn more about the areas you can support today!

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The Doane Fund

The Doane Fund encompasses gifts that can be made and spent in one fiscal year. The Fund provides vital support for the student experience.

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The Endowment

Endowments are the financial backbone Doane. Our permanent endowment generates funds to support our students and our programs.

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Doane Athletics

Provide continuing opportunities for athletes at Doane in 23 intercollegiate sports to train at the highest level and compete with other NAIA schools.

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Academic Areas

The Colleges of Education, Business, and Arts & Sciences provide premiere education in Nebraska. Give directly to these critical parts of Doane.

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Student Activities and Organizations

Provide resources to support student activities including more than 90 clubs and organizations.

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Fine and Performing Arts

Support award winning theatre, nationally-ranked forensics, and other amazing performing arts programs for students at Doane!

Learn how you can donate to Doane University and make your gift today.

 

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