Faculty & Staff Campaign

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why are gifts from faculty and staff important to Bucknell?

  Contributions made by faculty and staff have a direct impact on every student and help Bucknell thrive. Support from faculty and staff members also sends a powerful message to the broader community about our commitment to students and the mission of the University.

   

• How will my contribution be used?

  You may direct your gift to any area of the University that you choose. Designate a recipient that has a special meaning to you, like scholarships, or a college, department or program. To help ensure that Bucknell continues to thrive, consider supporting the unrestricted Bucknell Fund, which is immediately applied to the University's areas of greatest need.

   

• How much should I give?

  Philanthropic support is a personal decision. You should determine the amount and designation of your gift according to your own charitable interests, your personal willingness to give and your financial capacity. Every gift helps Bucknell continue to thrive; what matters most is your participation.

   

• Are all gifts included in the annual Faculty & Staff Campaign?

  Yes! All gifts, regardless of size or designation, support the annual Faculty & Staff Campaign. Gifts can be made in multiple forms, including cash, check, credit card, payroll deductions and planned giving. Campaign totals are calculated according to Bucknell's fiscal year, which begins July 1 and ends June 30.

   

• Is it possible to make a recurring gift rather than a single contribution?

  Yes! There are several ways to make a recurring gift that allow you to maximize your impact over a period of time. You can set up a monthly or annual credit card gift to be repeated until the expiration date of the card. The payroll deduction form allows for repeated gifts to continue until a date that you select. You can also pledge to make an annual gift for up to five years by using myBucknell.

   

• What if I am a part-time employee or a retired member of the community?

  We encourage all Bucknell faculty and staff, past and present, to support the annual campaign. Participating in the Faculty & Staff Campaign is an opportunity to support an area of the University you are already connected to by the time, energy and passion you have dedicated to your work.

   

• What if my spouse/partner is also a member of the faculty or staff at Bucknell?

  Spouses or domestic partners who are faculty, staff, parents or alumni will also receive gift credit for any contributions made through the Faculty & Staff Campaign. You may elect to give jointly or separately.

   

• Will I receive tax benefits for my gift?

  Yes! Gifts made to Bucknell are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Besides making single contributions, you may want to consider the long-term tax and estate-planning benefits of giving through annuities, trusts and other financial tools.

   

• May I make a gift in honor or memory of someone?

  Yes! A tribute gift may be made in honor or memory of a colleague, mentor, student, family member or friend. Simply include their name and contact information when making an online gift or completing the pledge form.