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Wesleyan Fund
Make History Where It's Needed Most!

As Illinois Wesleyan University celebrates its 175th anniversary, unrestricted support via the Wesleyan Fund continues to be the most powerful tool for making history by empowering the journey of Titans today.

Gifts to the Wesleyan Fund....

...strengthen scholarship support
...enrich learning spaces across all disciplines
...advance student success
...energize faculty innovation
...enhance campus beautification
...and provide university leadership the flexibility to rise to the moment by addressing immediate needs, making strategic investments, and seizing opportunities that shape the IWU experience. 

These unrestricted dollars helped make history for generations of students, and today they ensure IWU can continue to do so, strengthening academic excellence, enhancing student life, and expanding access for talented students. When you give unrestricted, you make history happen where it matters most, creating impact today while shaping the future of Illinois Wesleyan University’s remarkable legacy.

Event
Social Media Post Challenge
Brian Emm ‘99 wants to see everyone spreading the word about All In for Wesleyan! He will unlock $2,500 in scholarship support once 50 people share IWU social media posts on Instagram and Facebook.
Leaderboard
Class Years Leaderboard - Donor Count
Let's see which class year can have the greatest participation during this historical All In for Wesleyan!
Leaderboard
Affinity Group Leaderboard
Show the Titan community your passion for affinity groups!
2
Match
Andy Ritger ‘99 and Rebecca Kirk Ritger ‘99 Wesleyan Fund Dollar Challenge
Andy and Rebecca Ritger from the class of 1999 believe in the importance of the Wesleyan Fund and will match dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000 for all gifts raised for the Wesleyan Fund today.
2
Match
Class of 2001 Challenge
Mandy Watson '01 and Tara Mitchell Gerstner '01 want their classmates getting excited to celebrate their 25th reunion at Homecoming this fall and commemorate this historical milestone with a big impact during All In! They will match dollar-for-dollar up to $12,500 for all gifts made by the class of 2001 to the Wesleyan Fund AND unlock another $10,000 once that goal is reached.
$10,000
Class of 1980 45th Reunion Challenge
Mike Mason ‘80 is honoring his 45th reunion in a big way and wants his fellow Titans to do the same! He will unlock $10,000 to the Wesleyan Fund once $10,000 is raised for all funds from the class of 1980.
$10,000 Goal
2
Match
Young Alumni Challenge
Dirk Behrends ‘87, IWU Board of Trustees member, wants to see IWU young alumni stepping up today! He will generously match dollar for dollar up to $5,000 for any gift made to the Wesleyan Fund from alumni from 2016-2025.
Leaderboard
Class Years Leaderboard - Dollars Raised
It's time to show your class pride and compete for the top spot!
Leaderboard
Regional Alumni Chapters
Where are our most enthusiastic alumni? Let's see which Regional Alumni Chapters shine for making the most historical impact this All In for Wesleyan!
$1,000,000
Million Dollar Student Success Challenge
A very generous and loyal alum has pledged another million dollars for the sixth year in a row! They will unlock $1 million after we raise $1,000,000 for all gifts made to IWU funds that serve students' greatest needs. These include: - Wesleyan Fund - General Student Scholarship Fund - McLean County Scholarship Fund - Parent Fund - Annual Scholarships - Giving Circle Scholarships
$1,000,000 Goal
$50,000
Mary Bennett-Henrichs '89 Leadership Gift Challenge
Mary Bennett-Henrichs ‘89 wants to see fellow Titans step up during All In for Wesleyan! She will unlock $50,000 in support for IWU students after 50 gifts of $1,000 or more are made to any fund.
50 Gift Goal
$10,000
Faculty and Staff Challenge
Jack Dickens '86 wants to see IWU faculty and staff stepping up in a historical way this All in! To inspire generosity across campus, Jack has pledged a $10,000 challenge gift for the Wesleyan Fund that will be unlocked after faculty and staff raise $10,000 to any fund!
$10,000 Goal
$3,885
Student Philanthropy Challenge
Brent A. ‘70 and Julie Anderson are excited to see students giving during this historical day! They will unlock $3,885 towards General Student Scholarships if 30 students make a gift during All In for Wesleyan.
30 Donor Goal
Areas of Support
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Scholarships
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Academics
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Titan Athletics
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