Giving to Biological Sciences
Every Gift Shapes the Future of Science
In this 150th anniversary year of Purdue Biological Sciences, your support means more than ever. Every gift-large or small-helps us advance discovery, inspire future scientists, and make a global impact.
Why Give? Because Great Science Needs Great Support.
From decoding cancer and deadly viruses to protecting ecosystems and securing our food supply, the research happening at Purdue Biological Sciences is changing lives. Your generosity fuels our mission to push the frontiers of life sciences, train the next generation of researchers, and address humanity's most urgent challenges.
Where Your Gift Goes
Your contribution to the Biological Sciences Excellence Fund directly supports:
- Expanding access and opportunity with scholarships and fellowships
- Fostering student success through mentorship programs, hands-on research, and internship experiences
- Recruiting and retainign world-class faculty through endowed chairs and professorships
- Modernizing labs and facilities, including our future Purdue Biological Sciences building and state-of-the-art instrumentation
- Launching bold, interdisciplinary research with seed funding for collaborative teams
Private Support is Essential
Public funding alone can no longer sustain the level of excellence we aspire to. Our future depends on the visionary alumni and friends like you-who believe in science, innovation, and the power of education to change the world.
Ways to Give
- One-time or recurring gift via credit card, check, or payroll deduction
- Endowed gifts to create a lasting legacy
- Planned or estate gifts that align with your philanthropic goals
- Purdue Day of Giving - a powerful way to make an impact in just one day - Every gift counts!
Make your gift today and help us shape the next 150 years of discovery, education, and impact.
For questions or to explore giving options, contact Erika Stickler, Senior Director of Development:
📞 (765) 437-1437 | ✉️ epstickler@purdueforlife.org