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Pioneer Fund

The Glenville State University Pioneer Fund is the cornerstone of our fundraising efforts, playing a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the university. Through the generosity of alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends, the Pioneer Fund provides unrestricted financial support that allows the University to respond to immediate needs and emerging opportunities across campus.

Why Your Pioneer Fund Gift Matters

While tuition and state support cover a portion of our operating expenses, they do not fund everything required to sustain and grow Glenville State’s mission. Contributions to the Pioneer Fund help bridge this gap by directly supporting core operations, including:

  • Modern classroom technology and instructional resources
  • Student services and academic advising
  • Library resources and learning support
  • Recruitment and retention of top faculty and staff

Your gift provides the flexibility to address areas of greatest need and seize opportunities that enhance the student experience. Whether it’s upgrading campus infrastructure, expanding academic programming, or simply keeping the lights on, every contribution counts.

Where Your Support Goes

Gifts to the Pioneer Fund have an immediate impact, ensuring that:

  • Classrooms remain equipped and up-to-date
  • Academic departments and faculty receive essential support
  • The university can continue offering quality services to its students
  • Glenville State can maintain its beautiful and historic campus

Make a Difference Today

Supporting the Pioneer Fund is one of the most meaningful ways to give back to Glenville State. Donations—large or small—are vital to our continued success and sustainability.”

Scholarships

Now is your chance to make an immediate impact! The Glenville State University Foundation manages a wide range of funds that are used for scholarships and awards. If you find yourself in a position to help Glenville State University continue its success, please contact the foundation at (304) 462-4125.

Students who are interested in being considered for scholarships must first complete an application and submit it to the Financial Aid Office. The GSU Scholarship Committee reviews all applications, determines the qualifications of each applicant, and awards scholarships. Please see our scholarships page.

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Endowed Scholarships

Many alumni and other interested individuals and corporations establish endowed scholarships to provide financial support for the students that come to Glenville State in search of a start to their careers. These endowments are invested by the Foundation under the guidance of the Glenville State University Foundation Finance Committee with financial advisors. The income of these endowments is spent to award scholarships while the principal of the fund remains intact. If you are interested in more information on how to establish a scholarship, call the Foundation at 304-462-6381 or send an email to David.Hutchison@glenville.edu for assistance.

Fund-Specific Giving

Every department on campus is thankful for the generosity of individual donor support. Your gift to a designated area on campus will help to ensure financial stability and empower student success. Whether your passion is athletics, fine arts, or anything else - your gift of any amount matters. Donations may be designated as a one-time gift, broken down into monthly payments, recurring on a time-frame of your choice (most people choose to donate annually), as a matching gift with your employer, or as a memorial to a loved one or friend.  For more information on giving a gift to a specific area, please email David.Hutchison@glenville.edu or call 304-462-6381.

Maximize your Impact

You can maximize your impact by researching your company's matching gift opportunities. Not sure if your company participates in a matching gift program? Please call our office and we will research for you! You can also make the most of your gift by participating in the matching gift challenges during the University's Day of Giving, which happens annually on February 19.

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