Office of Development

Ways to Give

Online: Make a safe and secure gift using your debit or credit card for a designation of your choice.
Text: Text the codeword FSU to 41444 to give on your mobile device using your credit or debit card.
Phone: Call the Office of Advancement Services at (910) 672-1404.
Matching Gift: Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions or volunteer hours made by their employees, even upon retirement.
Payroll Deduction: Faculty and staff who wish to support FSU can opt for payroll deduction. Complete the payroll deduction form and email it to jcarnero@uncfsu.edu. All Donations to FSU are Tax-Deductible.

Annual Fund

A gift to the Annual Fund supports our students, faculty, and programs in the most direct way to make a positive impact on the educational experience and immediate needs.

For more information on making a contribution to the Annual Fund, please contact:

Mr. Omar O. Bell
Vice Chancellor of University Advancement
obell1@uncfsu.edu
(910) 672-1337

Endowments

Investing in Excellence. Empowering Generations. Ensuring Legacy.

For nearly 160 years, Fayetteville State University (FSU) has stood as a beacon of opportunity, academic excellence, and social mobility. As one of the nation’s oldest public HBCUs, FSU continues to transform lives and strengthen communities through access to high quality education.

Private philanthropy plays a vital role in sustaining and expanding this mission. Among the most powerful ways donors can shape the future of FSU is through the creation of an endowed fund.

The Power of an Endowment

An endowed fund is a permanent charitable investment that provides long term support for the donor’s chosen area at FSU. The principal remains untouched and is invested in perpetuity. A portion of the annual earnings supports the endowment’s purpose, and the remaining earnings are reinvested to grow the fund over time.

Endowments help FSU:

Provide scholarships that open doors for deserving students
Attract and retain outstanding faculty
Support academic programs and innovative initiatives
Strengthen colleges, departments, and student success

An endowment is more than a gift—it is a legacy that continues to give year after year.

Creating a Lasting Legacy

Establishing an endowed fund is a meaningful way to honor a loved one, celebrate a family legacy, or recognize the impact FSU has made in your life. Named endowed funds create powerful, lasting tributes that inspire future generations.

Whether supporting students, faculty, research, or academic programs, an endowment reflects your values and ensures that your story becomes a permanent part of FSU’s history.

Minimum Investment and Opportunities

A general endowed fund—such as one for student scholarships or faculty recognition—may be established at FSU with a minimum commitment of $25,000. Donors may contribute any amount to an existing endowment.

Endowments can be created through:

Current gifts (cash, securities, or other assets)
Multi year commitments
Estate plans or other planned giving arrangements

Friends, family, and colleagues may also contribute to a named endowed fund, deepening its impact and honoring its significance.

Your Impact

By establishing an endowed fund at Fayetteville State University, you help secure the future of countless students, strengthen academic excellence, and preserve FSU’s legacy as a transformative institution.

Together, we can empower generations of Broncos to learn, lead, and succeed.

For More Information

If you’d like more information, please get in touch with a member of our Development Team.

Planned Giving

Create a Legacy That Shapes Future Generations of Broncos

For more than a century, Fayetteville State University (FSU) has helped students unlock opportunity, advance their education, and change the trajectory of their lives. Planned giving allows you to play a transformational role in this mission—while also supporting your own financial goals.

A planned gift to FSU is more than a financial decision. It is a meaningful act of generosity that ensures future students have the resources, support, and pathways they need to thrive. Whether through your will, a trust, real estate, or other assets, your legacy can strengthen the future of FSU for generations to come.

Why Planned Giving?

A Smart Strategy With Powerful Impact

Planned giving is one of the most flexible and impactful ways to support FSU. Working together with you and your financial advisor, we can help you create a giving strategy that achieves both your philanthropic vision and your financial goals.

Strategic planned giving offers significant advantages:

Reduce or eliminate capital gains and estate taxes
Realize immediate tax savings
Transform real estate or tangible property into tax advantaged charitable gifts

Your planned gift can provide lasting support for scholarships, academic programs, faculty initiatives, and other University priorities—ensuring that your values continue to uplift future Broncos.

Always consult your financial advisor or estate planner to tailor your giving strategy to your unique circumstances.

Create Your Will Online—At No Cost

FSU has partnered with Crescendo to offer a free, secure online tool to help you create your will. This resource also gives you the option to include a legacy gift that reflects your connection to FSU and your desire to make a lasting difference.

Get started here.

Already Included FSU in Your Estate Plans?

Thank you. Your thoughtful generosity ensures that future generations of students benefit from your vision and commitment. We would be honored to recognize your planned gift.

Please share your plans with us using this link so we may celebrate your meaningful support.

Get More Information

To learn more about planned giving options, resources, and benefits, please visit our Planned Giving page.

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