The Drake Fund
Designate Your Gift
Where Needed Most (an unrestricted gift to the University)
By designating your gift to the general fund, you are providing the most flexible resources that can immediately be put to use.
Your support can help your college or school continue to build Drake's reputation for producing the best and the brightest.
Bulldog Club contributions are used to support the athletic operating budget at Drake University. Recruiting, team travel and equipment purchases are just part of the department's operating budget. Bulldog Club support enhances opportunities for every Drake student-athlete.
Cowles Library, the main library for the University, is an integral part of the learning experience for Drake students. Its collections, both in print and electronic form, support and supplement classroom instruction and research.
Don Adams Leadership Institute
The Donald V. Adams Leadership Institute was founded in 2000. It accentuates Dr. Adams' values and helps students develop strong leadership skills. The institute's defining characteristics will distinguish Drake and - as Don Adams has done - will richly enhance the Drake University experience.
Friends of Drake Arts was created to support and foster interest in the Arts at Drake University. Since its inception, Friends of Drake Arts has supported many faculty development projects and student productions, and has underwritten residencies of top scholars and visiting artists.
Scholarship Support
Drake dedicates approximately 1/3 of its budget to scholarship support. Over 98% of Drake undergraduate students receive financial assistance, including merit and need-based assistance. Scholarship support makes a significant difference in the lives of students today.








