Ways to Give | St. Ambrose University Apply Now Ways to Give University Giving and Support Your Support. Their Future. Every gift, big or small, helps build a lasting legacy at St. Ambrose University. Donate today What is Advancement? St. Ambrose University's Office of Advancement engages alumni and donors to build a lifelong culture of engagement and philanthropy. Now, more than ever, your generosity and philanthropic spirit are indispensable as we strive to realize our collective vision for our future. Your investment in St. Ambrose not only sustains our operations but also reaffirms your belief in the transformative power of education to change lives and shape a brighter tomorrow. Advancement at a glance $10.85 million raised in FY24 2,367 donors made gifts in FY24 $315M million endowment - the 17th largest endowment per student of nearly 200 Catholic institutions nationwide $47 million in institutional aid awarded to students per year 568 alumni in Bishop McMullen Legacy Circle Why give to St. Ambrose University? Giving to St. Ambrose University enhances academic programs, funds scholarships, and improves campus facilities, ensuring a vibrant community for students. Your support helps develop future leaders and upholds the values of service and lifelong learning. Empower students to achieve their dreams Your gift to St. Ambrose University helps students pursue their dreams and reach their full potential. Invest in the future of young leaders Supporting St. Ambrose University means you’re investing in the future of tomorrow’s leaders and making a lasting impact on their lives. Strengthen the St. Ambrose Community Your generosity creates opportunities, drives success, and strengthens the St. Ambrose community—because every contribution makes a difference. The Ambrose Annual Fund At St. Ambrose, we believe that access to higher education shouldn’t depend on one’s financial circumstances. Ambrose Annual Fund donors provide life-changing opportunities to current students. SAU awarded more than $47 million in institutional funds last year to students. To learn more about how you can make an impact today, click here to visit our online giving site. Your Support. Their Future. Meet our team The team in the Office of Advancement works tirelessly to strengthen alumni connections, support fundraising efforts, and promote engagement. With diverse backgrounds and expertise, we are committed to enhancing the university experience and ensuring a bright future for our students. Meet our team Ways to give to St. Ambrose University Supporting our university is a powerful way to impact students and the community. Discover the various ways you can give and help shape the future of education. Make a gift online or in the mail Easily make a gift online below using credit card, Venmo, PayPal, ApplePay or GooglePay. Or mail a check payable to St. Ambrose University to: St. Ambrose University, Institutional Advancement, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA 52803. Donate online Employer Matching Gift Programs Increase the impact of your gift through your employer’s matching gift program, potentially doubling or tripling your donation. Check your employer’s matching gift eligibility. Search for your employer Donate Stocks, Bonds, or Mutual Funds Giving appreciated securities like stocks, bonds, or mutual funds is a tax-efficient way to support St. Ambrose University. Contact our Advancement team for help with your stock transfer. Call us at 563-333-6030 Bequests and planned giving Leave a legacy by include St. Ambrose University in your will, or name us as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or insurance policy. Planned gifts help ensure our mission continues for future generations. Plan your gift Charitable Remainder Trusts Establish a charitable remainder trust to provide income for life while supporting St. Ambrose University. This flexible giving option offers financial benefits while advancing our mission. The latest from St. Ambrose University From A(mbrose) to (Gen) Z St. Ambrose University is proud to the host International Conference on Faith, Hope, and Renewal in the Catholic Church on April 24–26, 2026. St. Ambrose University Approved for Full Membership in The Heart of America Athletic Conference St. Ambrose will officially join the Heart of America Athletic Conference beginning with the 2026–27 academic year. St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy Universities Celebrate Major Milestone Toward Strategic Combination of the Catholic Institutions St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University today celebrated the successful completion of the first step in a two-step process to fully combine. See all news and events Advancement FAQs Does St. Ambrose recognize donors through giving societies? Yes! We recognize and celebrate donors who make a significant impact, fostering community and supporting our mission through a number of giving societies: The President’s Club With more than 800 members, the President's Club recognizes donors who make a gift of $1,000 or more. In addition to directly supporting SAU students, PC members receive membership benefits like a letter from SAU President, Dr. Amy Novak and invitations to exclusive events. PC BOLD (Bees of the Last Decade) Recognizes recent alumni whose giving sets them apart from their peers. $250 to $499 and graduated in the last 1-5 years.  $500 to $999 and graduated in the last 6-10 years.  Corporate matching gifts can count toward membership. Bishop McMullen Legacy Circle Recognizes donors who give gifts of $50,000 or more to the endowment or share their intentions to make provisions for St. Ambrose in their estate plans. The Pinnacle Society Honors the university's most generous alumni and friends, those whose total giving exceeds $100,000 during their lifetime. Ambrose Loyal Recognizes those who have made annual gifts of support to St. Ambrose consecutively for at least 10 years. Reach out to our team to learn more about joining one of our giving societies. What are my rights as a donor? Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good. It is a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life. To ensure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support, we declare that all donors have these rights: To be informed of the organization's mission, of the way the organization intends to use donated resources, and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purposes. To be informed of the identity of those serving on the organization's governing board, and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities. To have access to the organization's most recent financial statements. To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given. To receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition. To be assured that information about their donations is handled with respect and with confidentiality to the extent provided by law. To expect that all relationships with individuals representing organizations of interest to the donor will be professional in nature. To be informed whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization or hired solicitors. To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted from mailing lists that an organization may intend to share. To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers. The text of this statement in its entirety was developed by the American Association of Fund-Raising Counsel (AAFRC), Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), and adopted in November 1993.