One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is, "Are my audiences being solicited?" This page helps dispel the myths about fundraising at CU.

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The CU Advancement office is an independent, nonprofit foundation whose sole mission is to support the people, places and programs of the University of Colorado’s four campuses. Having an independent, nonprofit foundation results in greater fundraising efficiencies and benefits for the University by assuring proper stewardship of private gifts, managing assets strategically, engaging volunteers as informed advocates, and ensuring confidentiality of donor records.

The State of Colorado provides less than 6 percent of the University’s operating budget, down from 25 percent in 1990, so private support is more important than ever.

How are gifts spent?

Can donors choose where their gifts go?

Who does the CU Advancement office solicit?

Are interns, residents, and fellows included in Annual Fund solicitations?

Are Residents, interns and fellows of the Anschutz Medical Campus solicited?

Do constituents have the option to opt out of communications from CU Advancement?

If I submit my school, department, or unit’s list of email addresses to CU Advancement, will those people be solicited?