Support what matters most to you at KU. Whether you give online, by phone, or through a planned gift, every contribution helps fuel students, research, and programs across the university.

Give Online

Make your gift securely on the One Day One KU platform. Giving options include:

  • Credit & debit cards
  • PayPal, Venmo and Apple Pay
  • DAFpay

Click here to review the fundraising opportunities that are available. 

Give Us a Ring

Want to make your gift by phone or have questions? Call us and you’ll speak with a friendly live person who is ready to assist you every step of the way!

(888) 653-6111

Send It by Mail

When making a gift by check, please remember to include a gift card or indicate your gift’s purpose on the memo line. Please make checks payable to KU Endowment and mail to: 

Gift Processing Department
KU Endowment
PO Box 928
Lawrence, KS 66044-0928

Gifts must be received by April 29 to count toward One Day One KU totals.

Give Through Your Assets

Deferred Gift  ·  IRA QCD  ·  Donor-Advised Fund  ·  Stock

Deferred Gift

Make a gift through your will, trust, retirement account, life insurance, IRA, or donor-advised fund to unlock bonus giving day funds or boost your favorite area of KU. Click here to make your impact. 

IRA QCD

Pledge a qualified charitable distribution from your IRA if you are age 70½ or older. Designate the funds to the school, program, or department of your choice. Click here to get started. 

Donor-Advised Fund

New in 2026 — recommend a DAF grant. Select "DAFpay" at checkout, connect to your Donor Advised Fund provider, and submit your grant request online. Click here to make your gift. 

Gift of Stock

Give appreciated marketable stocks or mutual fund shares to support the KU area of your choice. Call our team at 785-832-7339 for more information.

Questions about a deferred gift, IRA gift, donor-advised fund, or stock gift? Our Gift Planning team is here to help. Email: giftplanning@kuendowment.org

785-832-7339