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Veolia Partnership
Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators

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Schwartz Foundation's Philanthropic Priority
Reading Is a Gift

Corporate & Foundation Relations

Fairleigh Dickinson University’s partnerships with corporations, foundations and philanthropic organizations are essential to the University's mission. Private funds and in-kind donations support scholarships, capacity-building programs, faculty projects and research, facilities, events, and other initiatives that enrich the University.

The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) is an internal resource for faculty and staff who want to engage with corporations and foundations in order to seek support for programs or projects. Our office connects researchers with funders, assists in the creation of proposals and budgets, and provides reporting and stewardship services.

For corporation and foundations, our office provides a gateway to the University community. For more information please contact the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations. Fairleigh Dickinson University looks forward to working with your organization to accomplish common goals.

Office of Corporate & Foundation Relations
1000 River Road, H-DH3-13
Teaneck, NJ 07666

Katrina Musto, Director
201-692-7008
[email protected]

Christopher Groff, Associate Vice President and Major Gifts
973-443-8001
[email protected]

Fairleigh Dickinson University values partnerships with external organizations to support its mission. The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) serves as a central point of contact for faculty, staff, corporations, and foundations looking to collaborate on projects or initiatives.

The CFR offers various services, including:

  1. Connecting researchers with potential funders
  2. Assisting in proposal and budget development
  3. Providing reporting and stewardship services

By partnering with Fairleigh Dickinson University, organizations can gain access to the University community and contribute to various initiatives, such as:

  1. Scholarships
  2. Program Support
  3. Capital Support
  4. Faculty projects and research
  5. Events and other initiatives

Those interested in learning more about partnership opportunities with Fairleigh Dickinson University can contact the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations.

Meet Our Corporate & Foundation Partners

ADP Foundation
Morris Arts
BASF
Bayer
BD
Carolyn Jane Scott Charitable Trust
Vincent Cestone Foundation
Confrerie De La Chaine
Dr. Scholl Foundation
Emerson Charitable Trust
First Citizens Bank Trust Co.
Gene Haas Foundation
Gertrude E. Skelly Charitable Foundation
Howmet Aerospace
Impact 100 Garden State
Independent Colleges and Universities of NJ
Mathematical Association America, Inc.
Mechanical Contracting Industry Council of NJ
Charlotte Newcombe Foundation
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
PSEG Foundation
Robert S. Needham Foundation
TD Charitable Foundation
The John and Margaret Post Foundation
The McCutchen Foundation
Van Houten Memorial Trust
Veolia Water New Jersey
Walgreens Family of Companies
Walter & Louise Sutcliffe Foundation
Wells Fargo Foundation

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Philanthropic Partnership Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

Fairleigh Dickinson University offers various scholarship opportunities, supported by foundation and corporate donors.

There are two types of scholarships:

  1. Annual Scholarship: A donor corporation or foundation can establish an annual scholarship with a specific value, which is renewed annually at the donor's discretion.
  2. Endowed Scholarship: A donor corporation or foundation can establish an endowed scholarship, which is named by the donor and provides funding in perpetuity.

These scholarships enable donors to make a lasting impact on students' lives, supporting their academic pursuits and helping them reach their full potential.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations team can help your organization navigate the University, tap into faculty expertise and engage with the student community.

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