Ball State University Foundation

Our Call to Beneficence

The Campaign for Ball State University is an unprecedented initiative to raise more than $350 million in philanthropic gifts to drive dozens of specific, vital projects in every corner of the institution. The future holds countless opportunities for Ball State to change lives, raise up communities, and make the world a better place.

Let’s do good today so that Ball State can do good tomorrow.

CAMPAIGN

One Ball State Day

On April 1, 2026, Cardinals everywhere will unite to make a difference for Ball State students, programs, and initiatives that shape our University’s future. Your support, no matter the size, creates lasting impact.

Join the celebration, share your Cardinal pride, and help us make this One Ball State Day one to remember!

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Top 100 Student Awards

Honoring 100 outstanding Ball State University undergraduate students who excel in three categories: academic excellence, campus leadership, and community impact.

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Give Of Your...

Treasure

Have a real impact on the lives of our students through our many options to give, depending on your preferences.

Ways to Give

Time

Giving just a few hours of your time each month helps our campus and our students grow and thrive.

Engagement Opportunities

Alumni

Discover ways to stay connected, find support, and get involved through the Ball State Alumni Association, which has over 220,000 members.

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Foundation Stories

Rooted in Faith, Rising in Confidence: Hannah Mullen’s Path from Ball State University to Fox59

Leaps of faith often start with small, shaky steps; moments where courage outweighs certainty. For Hannah Mullen, those steps led her to Ball State Un …