Gifts to Ave Maria University allow us to provide a high-quality, authentically Catholic education to young men and women.

Annual Fund: The Annual Fund provides an opportunity for alumni, parents, and friends to support Ave Maria University each year. These gifts provide the President with the ability to direct funds toward the most pressing and immediate priorities because they provide flexibility in supporting our students and faculty. Gifts of all sizes are welcome.

Scholarships: Donations in support of student scholarships provide students with financial support, which allows them to attend and remain at the University.  Many different scholarship funds are available for individuals to support. 

Faculty Development: To ensure that our students benefit from a strong academic program and high-quality professors, funds are need to provide faculty an opportunity to participate in professional conferences and other professional development programs.  Such endeavors support and strengthen the overall academic programs of the University.

Student Life: By supporting student life, individuals are providing co-curricular support for students that will enhance their academic program.  Such programs include: campus ministry, athletics, student organizations and internships

Campus Improvements: Gifts directed to campus improvements allow the University to maintain and enhance our campus facilities as well as the University grounds.

For more information on any of these areas or to make a gift, please contact Lou Traina, Associate Vice President of Institutional Advancement, at 239-280-1695 or lour.traina@avemaria.edu.