Patterns of giving to one’s alma mater among young graduates from selective institutions

Monks, James

doi:10.1016/s0272-7757(02)00036-5

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“…As age increases and families mature, so does capacity and the likelihood of increased philanthropic contributions to their alma mater ( Pendel, 1985 ;Connolly and Blanchette, 1986 ;Hueston, 1992 ). Many studies suggest that giving is associated with occupation, increases in age and household income ( Olsen et al ., 1989 ;Baade and Sundberg, 1996 ;Belfi eld and Beney, 2000 ;Wunnava and Lauze, 2001 ;Clotfelter, 2003 ;Monks, 2003 ;Thomas and Smart, 2005 ).…”

Section: Capacity To Give and Volunteermentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For example, one study showed that need-based loans recipients gave less to the institution, while alumni donors who had an academic scholarship while in college increased their gift size ( Dugan et al ., 2000 ). In addition, Monks (2003) learned that alumni who gave less to their alma mater had loan debt. These studies suggest that capacity and inclination may be shaped by complex socio-economic factors.…”

Section: Capacity To Give and Volunteermentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For example, a number of studies link alumni giving to involvement in extracurricular activities while an undergraduate student (see Keller, 1982 ;Haddad, 1986 ;Harrison et al ., 1995 ;Dugan et al ., 2000 ;Monks, 2003 ).…”

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confidence: 99%

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Profiles of Supportive Alumni: Donors, Volunteers, and Those Who “Do It All”

Weerts

Ronca²

2007

Int J Educ Adv

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In the competitive marketplace of higher education, college and university alumni are increasingly called on to support their institutions in multiple ways: political advocacy, volunteerism, and charitable giving. Drawing on alumni survey data gathered from a large research extensive university, we employ a multinomial logistic regression model to distinguish characteristics of inactive alumni from those who give, volunteer, or give and volunteer at their alma mater. Economic, social exchange, expectancy, and investment theories shed light on lifecycles, attitudes, and lifestyles associated with alumni giving and voluntary support for higher education.

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Section: Capacity To Give and Volunteermentioning

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Section: Capacity To Give and Volunteermentioning

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Profiles of Supportive Alumni: Donors, Volunteers, and Those Who “Do It All”

Weerts

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2007

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“…Building upon Atchley ' s observations others have used continuity theory to explain continual giving within a philanthropic context ( Piliavin and Charng, 1990 ;Okunade and Justice, 1991 ;Lindahl and Winship, 1992 ). Further research showed that giving from young alumni, even in small amounts, has potentially large affects on lifetime donating ( Okunade and Justice, 1991 ;Lindahl and Winship, 1992 ;Nayman et al , 1993 ;Monks, 2003 ).…”

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“…These theories suggest that by enhancing students ' prosocial behavior through instilling a culture of philanthropy, colleges can establish relationships that will continue well after graduation. Research shows that a young alumnus / na ' s giving, even in small amounts, has the potential to promote lifetime giving ( Okunade and Justice, 1991 ;Lindahl and Winship, 1992 ;Nayman et al , 1993 ;Monks, 2003 ).…”

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Private Black colleges’ encouragement of student giving and volunteerism: An examination of prosocial behavior development

Drezner

2010

Int J Educ Adv

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Colleges and university missions often espouse ideals such as creating an active and engaged citizen. The concept, principles and manifestation of citizenship can take many forms. One such form is that of prosocial behavior, or voluntary actions towards others. Philanthropy is one example of prosocial behavior. This study enhances our knowledge of how institutions instill the idea of ' giving back ' in students and why young people decide to support higher education through a case study of the United Negro College Fund ' s (UNCF) National Pre-Alumni Council (NPAC). Guided by prosocial behavior theory this case study explores how NPAC instills the importance of giving to students and what infl uences participants ' philanthropic behaviors. The major fi ndings include how NPAC instills prosocial behaviors in a way that (1) is correct for their developmental stage and age group, using a combination of extrinsic and intrinsic motivations; (2) educates student on being philanthropic and the need for personal and alumni support of the UNCF and Black colleges; and (3) acknowledges the African-American experience, by encouraging service within the surrounding communities and tying their work to messages of racial and community uplift. The study includes 25 interviews of NPAC participants and advisors from 13 institutions, representing one-third of the UNCF.

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2011

ASHE Higher Education Report

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Executive Summary Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction The Concepts and Mechanics of Fundraising Understanding How Endowments Work Significance of Contemporary Philanthropy in Higher Education The Great Wealth Transfer An Organizational Guide to the Rest of the Monograph The Influence of Philanthropy on American Higher Education British Support for the Creation of American Higher Education Support from the American Colonies Influence of Individual Donors Issues of Donors' Control Giving as a Collective: Alumni Giving and the Beginning of Systematic Solicitation Conclusion Who Is Philanthropic? Philanthropy by Nontraditional Donors Overview of the Landscape African American Giving and Philanthropy Latino Philanthropy Asian American Philanthropy American Indian Philanthropy Conclusion Women and Philanthropy Volunteering Giving Decisions Among Couples Organizational Choice Conclusion What Guides the Study of Philanthropy and Fundraising? Motivations Conclusion Engaging Students and Young Alumni: The Importance of Cultivating the Next Generation of Donors Giving Across the Generations Engaging Youth in Philanthropy Who Gives? Adding Science to the Art of Fundraising: The Power of Using Data in Fundraising Strategy A Critical Look at Philanthropic Giving Conclusion and Challenges for Future Research Notes Appendix A: Fundraising Mechanics Appendix B: Philanthropic Research Resources References Supplemental Bibliography Name Index Subject Index About the Author

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Patterns of giving to one’s alma mater among young graduates from selective institutions

Cited by 135 publications

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Profiles of Supportive Alumni: Donors, Volunteers, and Those Who “Do It All”

Profiles of Supportive Alumni: Donors, Volunteers, and Those Who “Do It All”

Private Black colleges’ encouragement of student giving and volunteerism: An examination of prosocial behavior development

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