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Endowments
Many alumni and friends have contributed to the university's endowment, helping build a permanent financial foundation for MVNU. Since 1985, the MVNU endowment has grown from $281,000 to over $30 million in 2025, with scholarships awarded annually to almost 400 students. Funds invested in an endowment generate permanent support for student scholarships, academic pursuits, equipment or software upgrades, campus renovations, and more.
Through your gift of an endowment, you may choose to preserve the memory of a loved one, honor those who have meaningfully influenced you and others, or provide a legacy gift of your own, investing in the lives of students through your estate.
Because of the intricacies involved in an endowment, donors are encouraged to discuss ideas with Development staff at the University by calling 740-397-9000, ext. 4134. If you have questions, feel free to email MVNU Development by clicking here.
Endowment Giving Opportunities
Give Toward an Existing Endowment
This option is designed for those who want to give toward an already funded endowment. Individual gifts are combined with funds already contributed, and the earnings are distributed according to endowment criteria. For a list of existing endowments, click here.
MVNU Choice Scholarship Fund
The MVNU CHOICE Scholarship Fund stands for (Christians Helping Others in Christian Education). Gifts to the CHOICE fund are pooled and invested. This option is designed for those who want to support scholarships but cannot fully fund them to the endowed level. Individual gifts are combined with other like-minded friends, and the earnings are distributed to qualified students selected by the scholarship committee.
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John Mohnasky
Assistant Director of Development