Endowments

An endowment is a gift made to Murray State University Foundation, the principal of which is preserved in perpetuity. Only investment income from endowments may be used toward the endowment's established purposes. Therefore, endowment funds are never depleted and are preserved for continuous use to maintain and enhance educational excellence at Murray State University.

The staff from the Office of Development will work with you to design a gift that matches your interests and vision with the needs and mission of the University. Whether your interest in Murray State is with a specific program, department, or is focused on assisting future generations of MSU students, we will tailor your endowment to assure the greatest possible benefit to all participants.

Minimum support levels for various types of endowments are established by the Board of Regents and the Board of Trustees of the MSU Foundation. Support levels are based on expected return on investment and the use of the endowment income.

Endowments may be established through a single, gift, a series of gifts, or through a bequest or other form of planned gifts. Recognition for endowment donors are arranged appropriately by endowment type and level of support.

For more information on establishing endowments, contact the MSU Office of Development toll free at 877-282-0033 or 270-809-3001.