Alumni and Giving

Your gift means today's students can enjoy their own Simpson Experience, just like you did

What does a contribution to The Simpson Fund mean?

It means we can offer more scholarships and financial assistance to current students. It means we can retain and recruit excellent faculty members. It means that more than 75 clubs and organizations on campus get funded. It means that our students will enjoy the benefits of the newest technological advancements in the classroom and support of career services. Your gifts touch every single Simpson student and graduate. Our alumni and friends are very generous, but no matter the amount, you can make a huge difference.

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We couldn't do it without you

Your gifts have an enormous impact at Simpson. The fact is, some students could not afford college without your help. Your gifts send a powerful message—that a Simpson education, and the Simpson Experience, is worth the investment. It shows our current students that you want them to benefit from the same quality education you received.

Here are different ways you can make a gift to Simpson College.

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The Simpson Fund

The Simpson Fund is the campus-wide unrestricted fund, providing the college with the most important resources that can be used for the areas of greatest need.

Make a one-time or recurring gift online or learn more about The Simpson Fund.

Gifts of stock

Giving a gift of stock can be a great way to make a pledge payment or gift to Simpson College. If you wish to make a stock gift to Simpson, notify your broker that you wish to make a gift of securities and ask your broker to contact the Office of College Advancement.

If the securities are not located with a broker, or you have any questions, a member of our staff can assist you further. It is recommended that for each gift, a cover letter that specifies the intended fund (i.e., The Simpson Fund) be included.

For more information, or to transfer a gift of securities, contact the Office of College Advancement at 515-961-1549.

Memorial gifts

Making a gift to Simpson College in memory of a loved one who has passed away is a wonderful way to honor that person’s memory. If you would like to make a memorial contribution, you can mail your gift to Office of College Advancement, 701 N C Street, Indianola, IA, 50125, or contact the Office of College Advancement at 515-961-1549.

Endowed scholarships

Endowed scholarships at Simpson are a wonderful way to provide a lasting and meaningful benefit to Simpson students. If you wish to set up an endowed scholarship, we can work with you to define the criteria for your scholarship. Perhaps you would like your scholarship to be awarded to a music student, or a student from your home town. Endowed scholarships begin at the $25,000 level, which ensures that a scholarship will be awarded each year, and that the principal will continue to grow, providing opportunities for lasting support to Simpson students.

If you have any questions about endowed scholarships, or would like to talk to someone about creating a scholarship, please contact the Office of College Advancement at 515-961-1549.

Corporate sponsorship

The corporate community is an active participant in the life of Simpson College. Its close association includes the employment of our outstanding alumni, offering internship opportunities to current students, as well as financial support for students attending Simpson College.

To learn more about how your company can participate in the Corporate Leadership Scholarship program, contact the Office of College Advancement at 515-961-1549.

Matching Gifts

Many employers sponsor matching gift programs that match charitable contributions made by their employees. Some companies even match gifts made by retirees and/or spouses. That could double or triple your gift to Simpson College.

Companies use various methods by which employees can request matching gifts – online forms, automated phone systems or paper forms completed by the charitable cause. To find out if your company has a matching gift policy, please enter your employer’s name below. If you don't find your company listed, contact the human resources officer to discover your options.

To find out if your company has a matching gift policy, please enter your employer's name below.

Our alumni stay connected

You remain a member of the Simpson family long after graduation. Welcome to the community of over 20,000 alumni who are enjoying success thanks to their Simpson degrees.

The day you graduate, you become a member of Simpson's Alumni Association. It's the perfect way to stay connected and engaged with your alma mater through volunteer and networking opportunities, events and campus updates.

Your gifts are important —and so are you

Simpson has been blessed with many generous donors over the years that have made it possible for generations of students to attend college. There are many opportunities for you to make a difference, too.