In the Office of University Advancement, we are honored to match the Butler community’s philanthropic interests with University needs in support of Butler’s mission.
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Since our founding in 1855, many generous donors have paved the way for the Butler University we know today through meaningful investments of time, talent, and treasure. Giving back has always been part of The Butler Way. In the Office of University Advancement, we are honored to match the Butler community’s philanthropic interests with University needs in support of the Boldly Butler strategic vision.
As we aspire to raise $325 million by May 31, 2030, in support of the Boldly Butler strategic direction, we are seeking philanthropic support of several specific strategy-aligned funding initiatives that have the ability to affect transformational positive change for our students and members of our community.
The areas listed below represent our current top giving priorities. I invite you to explore the pages below or contact our office to learn more about how you can participate in the Boldly Butler campaign and make an impact through your philanthropic giving. Thank you for joining in our mission through your gifts.
Jonathan D. Purvis, CFRE
Vice President
University Advancement & Marketing
Alumni and Giving
Butler University Alumni Association Announces 2026 Alumni Awards Recipients
The Butler University Alumni Association has announced the 2026 recipients of eight alumni awards, which honor individuals for their commitm…
Alumni and Giving
Planned Giving: A Lifetime of Teaching Inspires a Lasting Butler Legacy
Kyle (McKinley) Rosebrough ’75, MS ’78, received a scholarship to attend Butler–a gift that laid a foundation for a meaningful career and a…
Alumni and Giving
Boldly Forward: Donors Contribute More Than $31 Million To Advance Boldly Butler Priorities in 2025-2026
Butler University concluded its 2025-2026 fiscal year on May 31 with $31,039,138 total dollars contributed from 12,802 individual donors. Af…
Alumni and Giving
Butler University Alumni Association Welcomes New Board Members
The Butler University Alumni Association (BUAA) recently welcomed seven new members to its Board of Directors. The new members began a four-…
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