Contributions to the Miami University Foundation provide support to almost every aspect of the University. Gifts endow scholarships, fund lecture series, support library and art museum acquisitions, and help underwrite athletic programs, research, student activities, international exchange experiences, and many other special projects.

The Miami University Foundation Board of Directors selects, monitors, and evaluates the management of Foundation assets. Nominated for service based on their financial and investment expertise, alumni trustees are elected to serve up to two three-year terms. They comprise the Investment Committee of the Foundation and meet quarterly to scrutinize the performance of managers, screen potential investment firms, and allocate assets among the various investment sectors, managers, and asset allocation styles. The committee also establishes the guidelines for all managers and makes certain each firm is operating within its stated investment objectives.

Directors protect Miami's future by managing funds to provide both ongoing support of projects and investment capital to continue to generate that support. Funds are managed to balance investment styles, portfolio assets, and levels of reasonable risk. Each individual account benefits from the overall performance of the Foundation's endowment. By establishing a reasonable spending rate and providing for long-term growth of capital, the trustees ensure that funds will be available to support the academic mission of the university in the future.

The directors are further responsible for garnering private support to assist with the University's highest priorities. When appropriate the directors may solicit and receive contributions of money and realty for incorporation into the Miami University Foundation endowment. More than managers, directors are encouraged to seek out private contributions to support the goals of Miami University

Tax Documents

2007 Form 990 for Miami University Foundation
Tax Exempt Letter