Annual Giving Frequently Asked Questions

Why do you solicit money every year?
Private support makes the difference between being average and being excellent. Annual gifts to the University strengthen academic programs, support new research, and enrich the educational experience for our students. Annual gifts also boost the University’s reputation: “U.S. News & World Report” considers alumni participation in annual giving when it ranks the nation’s universities.

Doesn’t the state of Texas provide funding for the University?
The state does provide money to run a public university in Austin. It doesn’t provide adequate funding for a renowned research institution of the caliber of The University of Texas at Austin.

Is my gift tax-deductible?
Yes. In most cases the full value of your gift is tax-deductible.

What are matching gifts?
Many employers offer a charitable matching-gift program. Use our easy matching gift service to find out if your employer or your spouse’s employer offers a charitable match, as you may be able to double or triple the size of your gift to UT Austin.

What is the time frame of your annual campaign?
Our campaign runs from September through the following August.

Who calls me on the phone?
Our callers are all students at UT Austin. They phone you from our campus call center.