Annual Giving
Each year, the Department of Music is able to offer financial support to remarkable students in part through the generous support of individual donors. Gifts of all amounts help to make possible the musical education of students from Alabama and beyond through the general music fund. Contributions are used for a variety of needs including competitive student scholarships based on talent, need and/or academic achievement. Additionally, funds can be used for instrument acquisition, facility improvement, guest artists and lecturers, and other areas of need that contribute to a rich learning environment.
Gifts can be in various forms, such as cash, securities, real estate or personal property. Checks should be made payable to the AU Foundation and mailed to 321 Biggin Hall, Auburn, AL 36849. To make a gift online and contribute to the success of the Department of Music, please follow this link to the online giving form.
For more information on contributing to the general music fund, please contact the College of Liberal Arts Office of Advancement at libart1@auburn.edu or 334-844-1483.
Scholarships, Awards and Endowments
Endowed funds can significantly provide for the Department of Music’s financial strength and stability. An endowed gift is one that is held in perpetuity. The gift is invested, with portions of the earned interest used for donor-specified purposes. The principal is preserved, and the remaining interest is returned to the investment to offset inflation. In a sense, it is the gift that keeps on giving. The funds of these generous gifts are used as directed by the donor. Such areas include scholarships and awards, facility enhancement and additions and instrument or technology acquisition.
Endowed scholarships are one of the best ways to make a difference in a music school. This is beneficial for both the student and school alike. While the student benefits from the financial assistance, the school is maintaining its commitment to excellence by attracting high-quality students. The Department of Music is always delighted to be able to financially assist deserving students in their musical and academic endeavors. Listed below are examples of endowments, scholarships and awards made possible through the kind support of donors to the Department of Music.
- Kay Reynolds Beaty Endowment for Scholarships in Music
- Campbell Family Music Endowment
- Glenn F. Gross Memorial Scholarship
- Mamie L. Hardy Endowed Scholarship in Music
- Harry Family Music Endowment
- Alma Dark Howard Memorial Music Scholarship
- Drs. T. and Soma Nagendren Scholarship
- Blanca Renard Award
- John William Tamblyn Endowed Scholarship in Music
- Robert James Malone Fund for Scholarships
- Benjamin and Roberta Russell Foundation Endowed Fund for AU Singers
- R. C. Wakefield Endowment Fund
- Rev. Chette Williams Family and Joseph, Samuel, and Luke Smith Endowed Scholarship for the Gospel Choir
The Auburn University Bands also has a gift fund to specifically support the Auburn band program. To make a gift to the band donor program, go to https://alumniq.auburn.edu/giving/to/band
For information on establishing an endowed scholarship or any other scholarship or award, please contact the College of Liberal Arts Office of Advancement at libart1@auburn.edu or 334-844-1483.
Planned and Deferred Giving
There are several ways contributors can offer significant and lasting support of the Department of Music through estate, retirement and life insurance planning. To find out how a planned or deferred gift to the Department can meet your philanthropic goals, please contact the College of Liberal Arts Office of Advancement at libart1@auburn.edu or 334-844-1483.
Corporate Giving
The Department of Music seeks to build mutually beneficial partnerships with members of the business community. There are several ways to offer support:
- Underwrite or sponsor special events
- Make a one-time or renewable gift
- Establish a student scholarship or award
- Contribute an in-kind gift (such as a musical instrument or equipment)
- Contribute the gift of your services or products
To find out more about how you can partner with the Department of Music, please contact the College of Liberal Arts Office of Advancement at libart1@auburn.edu or 334-844-1483.