Iowa State University Foundation
Forever True, For Iowa State
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Fundraising for Iowa State University
The Iowa State University Foundation employs staff members in the areas of development, development outreach, finance and administrative services.
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Goals & Strategy
Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
Maximize philanthropic support for Iowa State University, guided by the priorities of university leadership. FY17 goal for gift production is $135 million.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
Identify, qualify and cultivate alumni and friends to make philanthropic gifts to enhance Iowa State University.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Effectively utilize staff to engage and thank donors for their ongoing philanthropic support. The Iowa State University Foundation is the source for all alumni records and manages the majority of the university endowment. Our team of dedicated professionals are committed to supporting the students, staff, facilities and programs at Iowa State University.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
The Iowa State University ended Campaign Iowa State on June 30, 2011, achieving $867 million. The next comprehensive campaign will kick off September 30, 2016.
Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Iowa State University Foundation
Board of directorsas of 11/10/2017
Nancy Armbrust
Roger Underwood
Nancy Armbrust
Gregg Behrens
Lloyd Bettis
Jon Fleming
Jim Frein
Barbara Janson
Gary Streit
Mary Jane Hagenson
Ron Hallenbeck
Kathy Howell
Ric Jurgens
Richard Mahoney
Craig Denny
Wendy Wintersteen
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes