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Area of Greatest Need
Unleash Restrictions – Support NIU’s Top Priorities

The past year has taught the world to expect the unexpected. More than ever before, NIU must have the flexibility to respond to the swiftly changing areas of greatest need within our campus community. 

This undesignated pool of generosity will strengthen the NIU Foundation’s ability to respond to new challenges and opportunities as they arise. Examples of projects and programs benefitting from these funds include summer research stipends, scholarships, alumni programming as well as providing direct connections to the private sector that support philanthropic engagement and secure resources. Your unrestricted gift will elevate our ability to adapt in the coming year and continue to support the outstanding students, faculty and academic endeavors at NIU.

$40,000
The Shigley Challenge for 1,500 Gifts
Proud NIU alumnus John Shigley '78, wants to see Huskies United 2021 reach 1,500 gifts. When that milestone is hit, it will unlock his $40,000 gift to support student scholarships into our totals.
1,500 / 1,500 Gifts
Completed
$1,500
NIU Chief of Staff New Donor Challenge
NIU’s Chief of Staff, Dr. Matt Streb, wants to inspire new donations to NIU. When 25 people make their first-ever gift to whatever area they choose during Huskies United, it will unlock his donation of $1,500 into our totals.
25 / 25 Gifts
Completed
$150,000
Banks-Erickson Huskies United Participation Challenge
NIU alumnus Raymond Banks ‘86 and Eric Erickson want to see the NIU family come together for Huskies United. When 1,000 gifts are made during Huskies United, a gift of $150,000 will be unlocked into our totals to support student scholarships.
1,000 / 1,000 Gifts
Completed
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