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IVY PLUS DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS. John E. Pepper, Jr. September 19, 2005. Importance of the leading private schools of higher education and the role of Philanthropy in delivering our mission.
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IVY PLUS DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS John E. Pepper, Jr. September 19, 2005
Importance of the leading private schools of higher education and the role of Philanthropy in delivering our mission.
Contributions which our institutions and our graduates are making are possible because of the tremendous growth in private philanthropy.
There will be a great need for increased private philanthropy to continue to better fulfill our mission.
Our universities face increased competition in fulfilling our Missions.
Operating Revenue ($ in Millions)
Tuition, Room and Board (Net of Aid) ($ in Millions) *+2.3% for 2000 to 2004
Student Aid by Source of Funds $ in Millions (% of Totals)
Continued need for financial aid to expand the number of students who can afford our universities’ education.
The expansion of research and programs of study into new areas critical to the improvement of society.
“Don’t you already have enough money? Look at the size of your endowment. It’s huge. Are you really spending wisely?”
“I’m not seeing the kind of management discipline that I see in business being applied to universities to make every dollar go further.”
Look for ways to involve graduates on advisory committees and other activities on campus.
Make the “stop by” visits of Development Officers in local communities meaningful.
Never forget to make the case why private institutions of higher education like ours are vital.
Never forget the power of a sincere, handwritten, well-timed “thank you” note from the President of the University.