2009 Community Fund Drive, University of Minnesota

See which departments participated the most in 2008: Unit Participation Awards

The U has teamed up with respected, well-run organizations that support social services, education, arts, and health, to make it easy for faculty and staff to give to the community. The best part is, you can choose where your money goes, selecting from a wide variety of worthy causes. More information is available about the charitable federations, and specific agencies within these federations, via the link to the left.

This year's goal is to have a 100% participation rate. Everyone can give something. Every little bit counts—small gifts really do add up. Contribute online: It's safe, accurate, and fast. Simply complete the online pledge form available on this site. When you turn in your pledge form, you will be eligible for weekly and grand prize drawings, and a special drawing especially for those who pledge on the web.

Representatives from all five major employee groups at the University of Minnesota talk about why they give to the Community Fund Drive: