Annual Fund

$301,446
Donated
648
Donors
This campaign ended on April 26, 2026, but you can still make a gift to Denison University by clicking here!

Gifts to Annual Fund contribute to...

Day of Giving 2026
1,640 Donors - $617,192 Donated
93%
About

From anywhere you happen to be at Denison, take a good look around. Are you in a classroom or lab? In downtown Columbus getting credentialed at Denison Edge? Cheering on the swim team or admiring one of Denison’s most historic structures?

Wherever you stand, you can see the impact of Denison’s annual fund. Donor generosity is a catalyst driving Denison’s momentum. The annual fund lets us capitalize on unexpected opportunities, pivot to meet challenges, and steadily pursue our vision. Annual fund gifts are the most flexible way to support Denison, and best of all, every Denisonian has the ability to participate, as gifts of all sizes are welcome.

Make your gift to support the university’s highest priorities today!

Advocates

Marc Lautenbach '83, Chair, Board of Trustees

Generated 3 clicks
Gave $50,000 during a Challenge!

Rick Fenstermacher

Generated 7 clicks
Offered a $25,000 match

Alumni Advisory Board

Generated 11 clicks
Offered a $15,400 match

Community Advocates

Generated 323 clicks and 19 gifts, totaling $13,371

Jack Hatem

Generated 224 clicks and 15 gifts, totaling $12,327

Mike Deegan

Generated 43 clicks and 13 gifts, totaling $8,828

Ryan Polk '17

Generated 4 clicks
Gave $5,000 during a Challenge!

Matt Winkler, on behalf of the Class of 2001 Reunion Committee

Generated 5 clicks
Offered a $5,000 match

Justin Frye

Generated 9 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $1,032
Offered a $2,500 match

Suzanne Kriscunas

Generated 1 click
Offered a $2,500 match


Donor Affiliations
Gradhat icon49%Alums
Suitcase icon19%Faculty/Staff
Parent icon14%Parents/Grandparents
Book icon14%Students
Friends icon3%Friends
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