Foundation

The SIU Foundation exists to help maximize private support of SIU Medicine so that we can continue to make a meaningful impact on our community.

Welcome

Welcome to the SIU Foundation in Springfield. We work with private donors, schools, foundations and businesses to achieve SIU Medicine’s strategic goal of supporting students, patients, families and staff. 

We solicit and accept gifts, manage and invest funds, and prudently distribute funds for educational, research and charitable purposes. Through research grants, scholarships and other opportunities for people in need, we create services that promote maximal impact on both an organization and individual level. 

The SIU Foundation is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization as designated by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service. Ask us about our tax-deductible receipts for private gifts and donations.  

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Thank You for making Day of Giving 2025 at SIU School of Medicine a Success!

We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and support shown during SIU's Day of Giving! Together, we raised an amazing $479,290 from 301 gifts, demonstrating the collective power of our community to advance education, health care, and research.

A special thank you to our Day of Giving Champions-your dedication and advocacy played a vital role in spreading the word and inspiring others to give. Your efforts helped amplify our mission and make this day truly extraordinary.

Each gift has a story-whether honoring a mentor, addressing an urgent need, or fueling innovation. Your generosity strengthens SIU School of Medicine's vision of better health for all and ensures a lasting impact on our patients, students, and communities.


Thank you for making a difference.

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