"What is the Annual Fund?"

Stetson University's Annual Fund provides support for the University's areas of most critical need. If you would like to speak to an Annual Giving officer, call the Office of Development at 386-822-7455.

"What is a Restricted Gift?"

Restricted gifts are earmarked for specific purposes such as a named scholarship, a specific school or program, or buildings.

"How is the money used?"

Annual Fund dollars directly benefit critical needs identified by the University on an ongoing basis.  Restricted gifts are used for the purpose specified by the donor.

"How can my gift make a difference?"

Every gift, no matter the amount, has an immediate and meaningful impact on the Stetson community. Contributions add together and help maintain the quality of a Stetson education and help ensure the outstanding caliber of our students. Your participation is a vote of confidence in the University which allows us to secure additional funding from corporations and foundations.

"Is my gift to Stetson tax deductible?"

Yes. Because Stetson is qualified as a tax-exempted organization under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code, all gifts to the University are tax deductible.

"Do matching gifts count toward donor recognition?"

At Stetson matching gifts count toward donor recognition. For example, a donor who gives $500 and whose company matches the gift one-to-one is recognized in the Presidential Counsellors program for a gift of $1,000 for that fiscal year.

"How can I donate appreciated stocks or securities?"

You can download a fact sheet on stock gifts called the Stock Transfer Procedures (PDF). This document explains the procedure for stock gifts.

"How do I make an online gift?"

You can click here to make an online gift now.

"Where do I mail my check?"

Checks may be mailed to:
Stetson University
Office of Development
421 North Woodland Boulevard, Unit 8286
DeLand, FL 32723

"What are your office hours?"

Our office hours are 8am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

"Whatis your phone number?"

Office of Development: 386-822-7455 (during regular office hours)

"What if someone does not wish to be solicited by the University?"

If someone does not wish to be solicited, the person should call, write, or email the Office of Development and request that the University code the person's record for No Solicitation.

"To qualify for calendar year tax purposes, what is the last day I can make a contribution in 2012?"

It depends on your gift. If you're contributing by credit card at Stetson's online giving site, you have until midnight Eastern Standard Time, December 31.

If you are sending your gift through the mail, payable by credit card, your gift must be received at Stetson by December 29, to allow for processing time. (We suggest allowing at least one week for postal delivery time, depending on where you live.)

Stock gifts should be made by Friday, December 21^st, to ensure adequate year-end processing. Click here (PDF) for stock transfer instructions.

If you are mailing your check, the envelope must be postmarked (and the check dated) by December 31.

Stetson University will close for the holidays at the end of the business day on Friday, December 21, and will re-open for business on Wednesday, January 2. However, if you have any questions regarding year-end gifts while the University is closed, please call the Office of Development at 386-822-7455 and leave a voicemail message. When leaving your message, please be sure to include your name, phone number, date, time of call, and the nature of your question. We will be checking this number for messages on December 24^th, 26^th, 27^th, 28^th, and 31^st, and someone will return your call.