Iowa State University Foundation

Faculty and program support: with over $37.0 million from the iowa state university foundation, university faculty and staff received additional support allowing for increased research opportunities and improved classroom experiences for all students. Private gift support helps meet the university's goal to attract and retain the world-class faculty, which ultimately attracts the best and brightest students. During 2024, the number of endowed faculty positions (chairs, professorships, and fellowships) was 243.

Facilities: the foundation provided nearly $61.8 million to the university in support of new building contruction, renovation, and equipment needs. State-of-the-art facilities help the university attract high-quality faculty and students. These facilities provide space, environments, and technologies that promote the highest levels of teaching, learning, and research. Private gift support assisted in funding of the therkildsen industrial engineering building, isu kent corp feed mill and grain science complex, and more.

Noncash grants