Charitable Contributions

Charitable contributions at the University of Notre Dame cover both the financial support we provide to community and academic initiatives, and the generous donations we receive. This initiative highlights our commitment to philanthropy, facilitating both outward support to causes aligned with our mission and opportunities for donors to contribute directly to the University’s goals.

Donations Made By the University

The University is committed to contributing to the quality of life in the South Bend community in ways that further Notre Dame's values and academic mission. This commitment is demonstrated through volunteerism on the part of administrators, faculty, staff, and students and through the financial support and assistance provided to community and service organizations.

In an effort to provide this financial support and assistance, all charitable contribution requests made on behalf of the University must be approved by the appropriate budget unit director and must be submitted to the Office of Public Affairs and Communication for further review and approval.

View Charitable Contributions Resources for Notre Dame Employees and Community Partners 

Making a Directed Donation to the University

Interested in making a gift with restrictions? Please review our Charitable Contributions Directed Policy.

Making a Donation in Lieu of Compensation

If you're considering making a charitable contribution in lieu of compensation, please review our Charitable Contributions in Lieu of Compensation/Payment for Services Policy.

Donations Received by the University

If you have a question about acknowledging a charitable contribution received by the University, please review our Charitable Contributions Acknowledgement Policy for detailed information.