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Ways to Support Denver Law
Immediate Impact
Denver Law Fund
The Denver Law Fund backs the Sturm College of Law’s most important strategic initiatives. Whether it is launching innovative new programs or supporting experiential learning, this fund allows the law school to be creative in providing an outstanding legal education to and offering critically important opportunities for our students and community.
Educational Opportunities
Scholarships
Full-ride scholarship opportunities such as the Sturm Law Scholars Program and Chancellor’s Scholars Program, as well as the many others available for first-year and continuing students, make law school and legal career dreams a reality.
Interdisciplinary Inquiry
Faculty Excellence Fund
Through their teaching, scholarship, and public engagement, faculty members at the Sturm College of Law contribute to scholarly understanding of the law, train outstanding future lawyers, and advance justice and beneficial law reform. Our faculty members are dedicated teachers, respected scholars, and strong allies of the bench and bar.
Experiential Learning
Clinical Programs
Experiential learning has defined our culture for more than a century. We prioritize our students, and we are dedicated to providing the practical skills they need to succeed in their chosen careers. Denver Law's clinical program offers students the opportunity to learn about lawyering skills in the real world with clients who face a variety of issues for which they might not otherwise have legal representation.
Access to Justice
Social Justice Fund
The Social Justice Fund raises financial support for initiatives that advance social justice, including programs, clinics, externships, and postgraduate fellowships that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and economic opportunity.
Lasting Impact
Estate Planning
Create a lasting legacy by naming Denver Law as the beneficiary of a planned estate gift. Gifts include bequests, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts or life insurance. As a thank you for your generosity, you will be included in the Pioneer Legacy Society.
Law Leadership Giving Program
The Law Leadership Giving Program recognizes and honors our DU Law alumni and friends who make impactful leadership gifts during the fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). By contributing $1,000 or more ($250 for recent graduates) to any area at the Sturm College of Law, you join a distinguished group of supporters dedicated to advancing legal education and fostering community engagement. Your generosity not only enriches the academic experience but also inspires future leaders in the legal field.
Your early investment not only enriches the Sturm College of Law community but also lays the groundwork for a lifelong relationship with DU Law. Join us in making a difference today and set the stage for greater contributions in the years to come!
For more information about the Law Leadership Program, please contact Christine McCoy at christine.mccoy@du.edu.
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Law Leadership Program Levels
Benefactor: $10,000
As a Benefactor, you play a pivotal role in shaping the future of legal education. Enjoy unparalleled benefits, including:- Priority Access: Be the first to attend special events and programs, ensuring you are at the forefront of our community.
- Exclusive Engagement: Forge meaningful connections with faculty and the Dean through tailored engagement opportunities.
- VIP Invitations: Receive exclusive invites to prestigious University and Sturm College of Law events, putting you in the spotlight among peers and leaders.
- Inspire Others: Share your personal journey to motivate and uplift future generations of legal professionals.
- Recognition: Your contribution will be highlighted in our publications and events, showcasing your commitment to excellence.
Patron: $5,000
As a Patron, you demonstrate your dedication to advancing legal education while enjoying valuable benefits:- Early Access: Get a head start on special events and programs, ensuring you don’t miss out.
- Enhanced Engagement: Participate in enriching interactions with faculty and the Dean, deepening your connection to the community.
- Exclusive Invitations: Receive special invitations to University and Sturm College of Law events, gaining insights from thought leaders.
- Inspire Others: Share your personal experiences to empower others on their journeys.
Fellow: $2,500
As a Fellow, you will enjoy:- Event Invitations: Receive invitations to a variety of University and Sturm College of Law events, keeping you engaged with the community.
- Inspire Others: Share your experiences to inspire fellow students and alumni.
Supporter: $1,000
As a Supporter, you will receive:- Event Invitations: Stay connected with invitations to Sturm College of Law events, participating in our vibrant community.
Associate: $250
Recent DU Law graduates within the last five years are invited to join at the Associate Level. This level is designed for early-career professionals, providing an opportunity to impact your alma mater while helping shape the next generation of legal professionals.- Event Invitations: Receive invitations to Sturm College of Law events, keeping you engaged with fellow alumni and current students.
Ways to Give
- Make a Gift Online
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Matching Gifts
Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match contributions made by their employees. The impact of your gift to the Sturm College of Law could be doubled or even tripled!
Please check with your human resources office to find out if your company will match your charitable contributions. If eligible, request a matching gift form and send it signed and completed with your gift to:
University of Denver
Sturm College of Law
2255 E. Evans Avenue, Suite 315
Denver, CO 80208For more information on matching gifts, please contact Christine McCoy at christine.mccoy@du.edu.
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Mail
Please make your check payable to Sturm College of Law (SCOL) and note where you would like your gift applied. Mail to:
University of Denver
P.O. Box 910585
Denver, CO 80291-0585Please be sure to note on your check or your online gift that you direct your gift to SCOL and the specific fund, if any, to which you want your gift applied.
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Memorial & Honorariums
A gift that honors a life. Giving a gift to honor the memory or contributions of someone to Denver Law creates a lasting impact for generations.
Contact Kelly Hall, Executive Director of Development, at kelly.hall@du.edu.
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Planned Gifts
Bequests
You may name Denver Law as the beneficiary of a planned gift. Such gifts can include a bequest, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts or life insurance. Once you complete your estate plans, please let us know. We would like to thank you for your generosity by including you in the Pioneer Legacy Society.
Contact Kelly HallIRA Charitable Rollover
Donors age 70 1/2 and older are eligible to make IRA rollover gifts of up to $100,000 to Denver Law. Funds are transferred directly from the IRA administrator to DU, so the contribution is not included in the donor's gross income and can count toward the donor's minimum distribution requirement.
IRA Charitable Rollover Details
Stock & Wire Transfers
Learn the details about giving appreciated stock and wire transfers to Denver Law.
DU Planned Giving
Thank you for your interest in exploring different ways to support Denver Law and the students we serve and educate. At the DU Planned Giving website, you can learn great ways to benefit you and your family while also benefiting Denver Law.
Find a Giving Fund: Three Easy Steps
1. Go to the DU Giving website.
2. On the right side of the page, look for the box for Designation.
3. Start typing in the box to search for designations or browse the dropdown list.
FAQs
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What are the fund minimums to establish a scholarship?
Creating a scholarship is one of the most important ways that you can assist students and leave a legacy at Denver Law School. It is also a meaningful way to honor family and friends.
Named Current Use Scholarship
Current-use scholarships have an immediate impact on Denver Law students. Every dollar donated goes directly to a student in need. The combination of multiple gifts to the Scholarship Fund enables the law school to provide more financial aid to students. These gifts ensure that every deserving student, regardless of his or her financial situation, has the opportunity to attend Denver Law.
To create a named current use scholarship, the fund minimum is $25,000. This amount can be reached with a one-time gift or by making a pledge that can be spread out over five years.
Named Endowed Scholarship
Endowed scholarships are designed to be permanent and can be created with gifts totaling a minimum of $50,000. You can also designate a scholarship gift in your estate plans.
An endowed gift is one whose donor has stipulated that the gift principal should be invested in perpetuity and will be a permanent fund. As a result, only the annual payout from the endowed fund may be expended for the purpose designated by the donor, at a rate set in the Consolidated Endowment Fund (currently 4.5%). To create a named endowed scholarship, the fund minimum is $50,000. This amount can be reached with a one-time gift or by making a pledge that can be spread out over 5 years.
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How are endowed funds invested at DU?
Information on DU¹s endowment can be reviewed at the DU Endowment website.
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What is the Campaign Assessment and how does it support the University of Denver?
The campaign investment fund provides a sustainable revenue stream to help to ensure the growth of the University’s global engagement and fundraising efforts. The fund is maintained with an annual set distribution of University reserves and by a 5% assessment on philanthropic donations.
Sturm College of Law Advancement
Values, Mission & Vision
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Values Statement
Boldness
We will embrace risk-taking and demonstrate confidence and courage in our work.
Creativity
We will challenge the status quo and drive growth and improvement in our work by seeking out diverse perspectives and promoting innovation.
Excellence
We are committed to achieving excellence by consistently striving for the highest standards of performance, and continuously learning and improving.
Inclusion
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported.
Well-Being
We prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our team and community. We are committed to intentionally stewarding our resources, time, and energy, and to supporting professional and personal growth, and self-care.
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Mission Statement
We foster engagement, secure philanthropy, and build community to fuel the innovation, growth, and ascendancy of the Sturm College of Law.
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Vision Statement
Our vision is to catalyze enduring investments in the future of legal education at the Sturm College of Law while setting the benchmark for law school advancement.
