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IU Foundation Names Josh Abel Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Board Secretary
Bloomington, Ind. — Josh Abel will join the Indiana University Foundation (IU Foundation) as the new executive vice president, general counsel and Board secretary, effective June 16, 2025. He will be responsible for leading the IU Foundation on all legal matters including tax law, gifts, contracts, real estate, and compliance.
2025 Partners in philanthropy event celebrates extraordinary service and visionary leadership
Indiana University President, Pamela Whitten, and IU Foundation President, J Thomas Forbes, recognized honorees as 2025 Partners in Philanthropy during a June 5 ceremony in Indianapolis.
Little 500 Cyclists to Compete at Nation’s Largest Collegiate Bike Race
April 25, 26 Races at Indiana University Support Student Mental Health Services
Indiana University to Celebrate IU Day on April 23
IU Day inspires support for a variety of university project, programs, and scholarships.
Indiana University Student Foundation Names New Assistant Director, Little 500 Races
Peter Schulz has joined the Indiana University Foundation as the assistant director, Little 500 Races. He started his new role on January 13, 2025.
New Scholarship Program Opens Doors for IPS Students Attending IU Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) students accepted to Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis may also apply for financial assistance through the university’s Lacy and Patricia Johnson Scholars Scholarship.
Kenneth (Ken) Robertson will join the Indiana University Foundation (IU Foundation) as the new executive vice president of finance and business operations, effective Oct. 14, 2024.
Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is proud to announce the launch of the Latino Philanthropy Circle (LPC) in conjunction with National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15).
Indiana University Foundation (IUF) Affinity Giving is excited to announce the funding of $459,898 to 26 projects across Indiana University (IU) campuses. Grants were awarded in Indianapolis on June 5, 2024.
The Indiana University Foundation welcomes three distinguished members to its Board of Directors
The Indiana University Foundation (IUF) welcomes three new members to its Board of Directors: Nate Feltman, Kevin Gay, and Marya Rose.
Indiana University prepares to celebrate IU Day on April 17
IU Day is an annual, 24-hour, university-wide day of giving and engagement. This year’s event will take place on April 17.
Little 500 cyclists will compete April 19, 20; races to support student mental health initiatives
In April the 36th running of the women's Little 500 and the 73rd running of the men's Little 500 will take place at Bill Armstrong Stadium.
Affinity Giving at Indiana University now accepting grant applications
The Affinity Giving program at Indiana University is pleased to announce the opening of the application window for the 2024 grant cycle.
The Indiana University Foundation welcomes five distinguished members to its Board of Directors
The Indiana University Foundation (IUF) welcomes five new members to its Board of Directors: Amy Balcius, Pamela Carter, Robert Johnson, Sallie Jo Tardy Mitzell, and Cheng Wu.
Indiana University Foundation (IUF) Affinity Giving is excited to announce the funding of over $456,000 to 31 projects affiliated with seven Indiana University (IU) campuses.
Indiana University Foundation Announces Mark Gaines as vice president of development
The Indiana University Foundation is excited to share Mark Gaines has been appointment as the new vice president of development, focusing on IUPUI and Indiana University’s regional campuses.
IU Day celebrated worldwide to support students, faculty, and programs across the university
On April 19, IU alumni and friends shared in the IU Day experience. The seventh IU Day featured a variety of events and celebrations, crowdfunding campaigns, and an IU-themed photo contest.
Little 500 races drew large crowds; raised funds to fight food insecurity
The 35th running of the women's Little 500 and the 72nd running of the men's Little 500 took place on April 21 and April 22, respectively, at Bill Armstrong Stadium.
Little 500 cyclists will compete April 21, 22: races support students facing food insecurity
Next week, the 35th running of the women's Little 500 and the 72nd running of the men's Little 500 will take place at Bill Armstrong Stadium on the Bloomington campus of Indiana University (IU).
Indiana University will celebrate IU Day on April 19
Indiana University will celebrate its seventh annual IU Day on Wednesday, April 19. This 24-hour celebration invites Indiana University’s family and friends to come together in support of IU philanthropic causes and share IU love across Indiana, across the U.S. and around the world.
Welcomes new Little 500 race director and assistant director of student lifetime engagement.
Indiana University Foundation Names New Director of the Indiana University Student Foundation
The Indiana University Foundation is pleased to announce Trent McGee has been hired as the new director of the Indiana University Student Foundation.
The Indiana University Foundation is excited to share Jana Renner has been hired as the new director of the IUPUI Student Foundation and Dione Reynolds has joined the team as assistant director.
Indiana University Foundation Announces Three New Board Directors
The Indiana University Foundation (IUF) welcomes three new members to its Board of Directors: John Fernandez, Amish Shah, and Cheryl Sullivan.
The Indiana University Foundation Affinity Giving group is excited to announce the funding of over $490,857 to 40 projects affiliated with seven IU campuses.
Millions celebrate IU Day worldwide to support students, faculty, and programs across the university
On April 20, more than 5 million people shared in the IU Day experience. The sixth annual IU Day – a 24-hour, binge-watching, social-sharing, IU-wearing celebration of all things Indiana University – featured a variety of events and celebrations, social media challenges, and a photo contest.
Little 500 races drew more than 16,000 fans; raised funds to fight food insecurity
The 34th running of the women's Little 500 and the 71st running of the men's Little 500 took place on April 22 and April 23, respectively, at Bill Armstrong Stadium.
Indiana University will celebrate its sixth IU Day on Wednesday, April 20. This is a global, 24-hour celebration promoting expressions of gratitude, support of favorite IU causes, and sharing a little IU love and joy across Indiana, across the U.S., and around the world.
Patricia Riveire Stumpf first woman to lead IU Alumni Association
Today, the Trustees of Indiana University approved the appointment of Patricia Riveire Stumpf as Chief Executive Officer of the IU Alumni Association (IUAA).
IU Foundation’s Black Philanthropy Circle now accepting grant applications
The Indiana University Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of the application window for the inaugural Black Philanthropy Circle (BPC) grant cycle.
Little 500 cyclists will compete April 22, 23; races open to the public
For the first time in two years, spectators are invited to watch the race in person at Armstrong Stadium.
Joyce Q. Rogers, Esq. named executive vice president, development of IU Foundation
After serving in an interim capacity for more than a year, Joyce Q. Rogers, Esq. has been named permanent executive vice president of development for the IU Foundation.
Experience the Little 500 tradition with a virtual race through Bloomington
For the second consecutive year, the IU Student Foundation, in partnership with Echelon Racing and The Media School at IU, will offer a virtual Little 500 race.
The Indiana University Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of the application window for the 2022-2023 Women's Philanthropy Leadership Council (WPLC) and Queer Philanthropy Circle (QPC) grant cycle.
Julie-Beth McFall Vipperman appointed Vice President, Head of Talent, Culture, and Inclusion
Julie-Beth McFall Vipperman will join the Indiana University Foundation (IU Foundation) as the new vice president, head of talent, culture, and inclusion, effective January 18, 2022.
Irsays to donate $3 million to create IU research institute on mental health, stigma
IU will establish a new research institute focused on addressing mental health stigma, thanks to a $3 million gift from the Jim Irsay family.
IU Foundation Names Betsy Larson as Interim VP of Talent, Culture, and Inclusion
Larson will serve on the IUF senior management team and provide leadership and support to the TCI team until a new vice president is hired. She brings more than 20 years of human resources experience.
The Indiana University Women’s Philanthropy Leadership Council (WPLC) awarded grants Wednesday, June 2, 2021, totaling $165,000 to 14 projects affiliated with seven IU campuses.
IU Day brings together millions worldwide in a virtual celebration of IU
On April 21, more than 6 million people shared in the IU Day experience. The fifth annual IU Day -- a 24-hour, binge-watching, social-sharing, IU-wearing celebration of all things IU -- featured an array of virtual events and celebrations, including social media challenges.
The co-CIOs provide strategic and operational leadership for managing the IU endowment.
Inspired by the work of Indiana University’s newly launched Queer Philanthropy Circle (QPC), an anonymous member of the IU LGBTQ+ community has made a $200,000 pledge to match donations to or memberships in the QPC received on or before June 30, 2020.
Indiana University Foundation Announces Two New Board Directors
The IU Foundation welcomes alumni Derrick Burks and Linda S. Watson to its Board of Directors.
Funds from the endowment will be used to elevate the visibility of the historical contributions of women and members of underrepresented communities to the university
Programs in arts, sciences, tech benefit from Women's Philanthropy Leadership Council grants
Twenty programs across seven IU campuses were awarded grants totaling $200,000. Awards from the council total more than $1 million since 2012.
Indiana University Foundation Announces Two New Board Directors
The IU Foundation welcomes David C. Evans and J. Timothy Morris to its Board of Directors.
