The University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) Foundation is a non-profit tax-exempt corporation
organized under the laws of the state of Louisiana and Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code, as amended. Founded in 1961, the ULM Foundation supports the mission
of ULM through a variety of endeavors. Gifts to the ULM Foundation provide scholarship
opportunities for ULM students, research support of faculty and students, assistance
with scholarly travel opportunities for faculty and students, facility enhancements,
equipment purchases, and many other donor-directed initiatives.
The Mission
The ULM Foundation solicits, receives, and administers private gifts for the benefit
of the University of Louisiana Monroe, its faculty, and its students. The ULM Foundation
also supports the advancement of the university by acquiring immovable property for
future acquisition by ULM.
Foundation Objectives
• To assist the university in attracting outstanding students by providing scholarship
aid
• To provide funding to the university for the purpose of enhancing academic programs
• To assist the university in attracting and retaining high quality faculty through
salary enhancements
• To sell, use, manage, lease, mortgage, or otherwise encumber immovable property
for the future acquisition by the university through the state’s capital outlay budget.
Foundation Duties
• To sustain existing contribution levels
• To identify new opportunities for additional gifts
• To maximize the return on its assets
• To promote the accomplishments of the University of Louisiana Monroe
Yesterday. Today. Tomorrow. Together with you, The Best is On the Bayou.
If you would like to visit with one of our development professionals about ways to
support the University of Louisiana Monroe, our contact information is:
Mailing Address: The ULM Foundation 700 University Avenue Monroe, LA 71209
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