Give to Clark Atlanta University

Ways You Can Give to CAU

At Clark Atlanta University, your support helps create opportunities for our students to expand their personal and professional horizons, and it allows CAU to build and strengthen programming to achieve that aim.

Your charitable contribution will:

• Influence student success and institutional excellence far into the future
• Equip students and faculty to discover, create, serve and ultimately transform the world
• Your legacy will become part of the CAU philanthropic tradition

The President’s top fundraising priorities are:

• Student Scholarships – We are deeply committed to our students’ success. We want to ensure that students can complete their degree program without financial stress and with the least amount of student loan debt. Scholarship support is the University’s top fundraising priority and has the most significant impact.
• Faculty Development – Funding provides opportunities for faculty to access professional education programs as well as foster excellence in teaching and learning through sharing ideas, collaboration, and building a strong community of engaged teachers and learners.
• Unrestricted Gifts – Unrestricted gifts play a crucial role in supporting institutions like Clark Atlanta University by providing flexibility in allocating funds where they are needed the most. These gifts are not designated for a specific purpose or program, allowing the University to use them for a variety of needs and seize opportunities as they arise.

Importance and Impact of Unrestricted Gifts

• Flexibility: Unrestricted gifts provide the university with the flexibility to address immediate and emerging needs. Whether it’s supporting financial aid, investing in teaching innovations, advancing research, acquiring equipment, or maintaining facilities, these funds can be directed toward the areas that require the most attention.
• Meeting Urgent Needs: The unrestricted nature of these gifts allows CAU to respond quickly to unforeseen challenges or opportunities. For example, they can be used to bridge funding gaps, respond to emergencies, or take advantage of time-sensitive initiatives that align with the University’s mission.
• Financial Aid Support: Unrestricted gifts can significantly contribute to supporting financial aid programs, helping ensure that students have access to the resources they need to pursue their education. This can include scholarships, grants, and other forms of financial assistance.
• Promoting Teaching Innovations: The funds can be utilized to invest in new teaching methodologies, technologies, and educational programs that enhance the overall learning experience for students. This may include professional development for faculty, curriculum enhancements, and the adoption of innovative teaching tools.
• Advancing Research and Equipment: Unrestricted gifts provide the means to support research initiatives and acquire state-of-the-art equipment. This can foster an environment of academic excellence, enabling faculty and students to engage in cutting-edge research across various disciplines.
• Maintaining and Enhancing Facilities: Universities constantly face the challenge of maintaining and upgrading their facilities. Unrestricted gifts can be used for infrastructure improvements, renovations, and other projects that contribute to creating a conducive and modern learning environment.
• Donor Confidence: Some donors prefer to make unrestricted gifts as they trust the University’s leadership to allocate the funds where they are most needed. This demonstrates a high level of confidence in the institution’s ability to make strategic decisions for the benefit of the entire academic community.

In summary, unrestricted gifts provide the financial flexibility that enables Clark Atlanta University to adapt to changing circumstances, support various aspects of its mission, and seize opportunities for growth and innovation.

These gifts empower the University to excel across multiple dimensions, making a lasting impact on the education and experiences of its students and faculty.