Mississippi State University continues gaining momentum in fundraising by reaching $113.1 million in FY 19 for the highest year recorded for our institution. For FY 19, contributions from first-time major gift donors, generous deferred gifts, and loyal annual support, led MSU to achieve this new milestone.
The giving year also indicates more success for the ongoing Infinite Impact capital campaign, the largest fundraising drive in MSU history. Six of the top consecutive years in private gifts and pledges for our university have occurred during the campaign, and the results have strengthened the overall MSU endowment.
Infinite Impact counting that began quietly in mid-2010 has reached more than $965.5 million. And our minimum goal of $1 billion edges one step closer each day, in part because of the tremendous work of dedicated MSU administrators, talented faculty and loyal staff.
New gifts and endowment growth during FY 19 ushered in yet another benefit for MSU. The combination of outright gifts and income from previous endowments will translate into more funds available to beneficiaries. Additionally, MSU's annual giving program, which benefits areas across campus, amassed in excess of $2 million for the first time.
MSU and the MSU Foundation have worked collectively to make Infinite Impact successful. Moving forward, we will continue our cohesive efforts to ensure the institution is well-positioned for the future. The entire MSU community can assist us as we reach for higher standards and proudly share the news of our university's impressive everyday accomplishments and impactful successes with alumni and friends.
If you have any questions about the workings of the MSU Foundation or the Infinite Impact campaign, please do not hesitate to call John Rush, vice president for development and alumni, at (662) 325-9306 or email john.rush@msstate.edu.