Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is The Clarkson Fund?
A. Clarkson's annual fund. All gifts to the Clarkson Fund from alumni, parents and friends support Clarkson's Strategic Investment Fund - strategic initiatives which enhance people and programs across campus.

Q. What is The Clarkson Fund's "Fund Year"?
A. Clarkson University and The Clarkson Fund operate on a July 1-June 30 fiscal year. To receive gift credit for the 2004-2005 fund year, all personal gifts and matching gifts must be received by June 30, 2005, to be counted in your total giving for the 2004-2005 fund year.

Q. May I make my gift using my credit card?
A. Yes! Clarkson offers the option of making your gift with your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card. Credit card gifts may also be made online.

Q. How do I make a stock gift to Clarkson?
A. Making a gift of stock is easy, and it may save the tax on your capital gain. See more information on making a gift of stock, or call us at 315-268-7717 or 7718.

Q. How does my company match my gift to Clarkson?
A. Contact your Human Resources Office for the proper form or procedure for requesting a match for your gift to Clarkson. If your company uses a written form, fill out the employee section and mail it to us at:

The Clarkson Fund
Clarkson University
PO Box 5530
Potsdam, NY 13699-5530

Q. Is my matching gift amount added to my personal gift amount?
A. Yes. You will receive full credit for all gifts received from you, your matching gift company, and your spouse's employer during the fund year.

Q. With the success of The Campaign for Clarkson, does Clarkson really need my support?
A. Generous philanthropic support from alumni, parents, friends and corporate and foundation partners remains vital to the successful operation of our University. There are a myriad of strategic initiatives which The Clarkson Fund now supports through The Strategic Investment Fund.

Q. Do you have a question not answered here?
A. Contact us.