The Jackson State University Development Foundation has the primary role of generating, managing and distributing funds for the enhancement of JSU. All gifts are administered in strict compliance with the instructions of the donor. When a gift is not accompanied by instructions, it is administered as an unrestricted gift; that is, it is used to fulfill the greatest needs of JSU as determined by the board of directors and the president. The JSU Development Foundation is governed by a board of directors consisting of alumni, business and community leaders, faculty, staff, administrators, students, and friends of the University.
In 1969, JSU established the JSU Development Foundation, Inc. to receive, manage and administer contributions and gifts for the benefit of the University. The Foundation is a public charity under the Internal Revenue Code – 501(c)(3). The JSU Development Foundation, Inc. manages scholarship programs, financial aid for deserving students, and assists academic, athletic, community, and student projects at the University. Because it is a foundation separate from the state government, it has additional flexibility to help the University meet its needs and goals in a timely manner.
Alumni and friends of JSU can make contributions to JSU through the Development Foundation in the form of cash, marketable securities, real estate, bequests, charitable remainder trusts, private annuities and charitable lead trusts. The Board of Directors manages the Foundation in coordination with the Office of Institutional Advancement.
2007-2008 Annual Report
2006-2007 Annual Report
2005-2006 Annual Report