Endow a Fund

Endow a Fund at St. Mary’s University

At St. Mary’s University, endowed funds are transformative. They provide permanent
support—from student scholarships and faculty excellence to academic programs, mission
initiatives, and campus priorities. When you create an endowment, your gift is invested, and
each year 4.75% of its market value is distributed in perpetuity. The principal remains
intact, growing to support future generations.

Learn How to Create an Endowed Fund

Why Establish an Endowed Fund?

Sustainable Impact

Investments grow over time, ensuring your gift delivers long-term results.

Reliable Funding

Annual distributions support initiatives year after year.

Personal Legacy

Endow a fund in your name or in honor of someone special, such as your favorite faculty member or Marianist.

Rattler Statue

Examples of Endowed Funds

  • Student Scholarships

    Support tuition, books, fees or experiential learning.

  • Faculty Excellence

    Endowed professorships, chairs and faculty development.

  • Academic Programs

    Fund departmental programming, research, study abroad and more.

  • Mission and Faith-Based Funds

    Strengthen Catholic and Marianist identity through the Center for Catholic Studies, University Ministry, community engagement and more.

  • Facilities and Infrastructure

    Provide ongoing support for learning spaces, campus maintenance or other spaces on campus.

Funding Your Endowment

  • Minimum Gift — $50,000 to establish an unrestricted or scholarship endowment.
  • Payment Options — One-time or up to 5 years.
  • Gift Combinations — Multiple gifts can be pooled to reach the minimum.
Group of people take a photo at the Oysters and Pearls Gala.

How to Create an Endowment

To begin the conversation about creating an endowed fund, connect with University Advancement to discuss your area of interest and confirm the minimum gift level for the type of endowment fund you would like to create.

    • 1.
      Identify the Purpose of the Fund

      Select a name, set any desired criteria and identify the types of recipients or initiatives it will support.

    • 2.
      Choose How to Make Your Gift

      Make a one-time gift or establish a pledge schedule over time.

    Create an Endowment

Together, we will define the purpose of the fund — selecting a name, setting any desired criteria and identifying the types of recipients or initiatives it will support. You can choose to make a one-time gift or establish a pledge schedule over time.

Once these details are in place, University Advancement will work with you to finalize and execute a formal gift agreement.

Homecoming court stand with Rattlerman at the Homecoming Oyster Bake

Your Legacy, Our Future

By endowing a fund at St. Mary’s, you invest in the mission that transforms lives and builds leaders rooted in Catholic and Marianist values. Your gift enriches the entire campus and endures for generations.

Contact Us

Contact Zandra Henderson, Executive Director of Advancement Services, to begin your legacy today.

Zandra Henderson
210-436-3802
zhenderson1@stmarytx.edu

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