Annual Fund • $15 million

When it comes to stewardship for Bethel University, the first area of campaign participation for all our friends needs to be the Annual Fund. Year-in and year-out, this vital fund bridges the difference between tuition and actual operating costs. Gifts of all sizes count in sustaining the Annual Fund—and they all count toward the campaign total too.

For the third year in a row, Annual Fund contributions have exceeded their goal as more parents, alumni, and friends take ownership of Bethel’s financial health. This trend encourages substantial gifts from capital donors as they see many partners caring for Bethel’s future. And no form of giving has a more direct and immediate impact on the daily lives of students and faculty as well. Among other vital needs, the Annual Fund helps to provide:

• Financial aid
• Spiritual formation
• Student services
• Campus upgrades and maintenance
• Faculty and staff development
  
  

The consistent support of thousands of alumni, parents, and donors will strengthen the Annual Fund and benefit Bethel students far beyond the campaign.

Special Projects • $10 million

Bethel also benefits from timely gifts and grants that are targeted at specific needs. As examples, gifts can be designated for particular types of financial aid, equipment, and/or new program initiatives. For more information, click here.