Development and Alumni Affairs

DONATE. SUPPORT. GIVE.

 

Thank you for your interest in giving to Fisk University. Alumni, parents, friends, and institutional supporters give to Fisk in a variety of ways, including credit cards, checks, electronic fund transfers, and gifts of stocks and securities, among other assets. You can easily make your contribution to Fisk by choosing any of the following giving opportunities.

 

DONATE

 

The Fisk Fund

Annual Giving

The Fisk Fund is the foundation of annual giving at Fisk University, supporting academics, financial aid, and student services. Your contributions help sustain Fisk’s legacy of excellence and provide students with the resources to succeed.
President’s Circle & Oval Council

Leadership Giving

The President's Circle and Oval Council honors donors whose transformative contributions drive innovation, enrich student experiences, and support Fisk University's continued success. These leadership gifts play a vital role in advancing our mission and shaping Fisk’s future.
One Day for Fisk

Annual Giving Day

One Day for Fisk is our annual giving day, uniting alumni, students, faculty, and friends to celebrate and support Fisk University. For 24 hours, every gift makes a direct impact on students and campus programs. Save the date—March 25, 2026—and join this powerful movement!

1866 Legacy Circle

Planned Giving

The 1866 Legacy Circle recognizes those who ensure Fisk’s future through planned giving. By including Fisk University in your estate plans, you create a lasting legacy that supports future generations of students. Join this esteemed group and help uphold Fisk’s tradition of academic excellence.
Endowment Opportunities


Explore ways to invest in Fisk's future and sustainability through endowments that create a lasting impact. Your contribution helps fund scholarships, programs, and initiatives that make a difference for generations to come.
Special Programs


Support special programs that enrich the Fisk experience, including Bulldog Athletics, Fisk University Galleries, The John Hope and Aurelia E. Franklin Library, and the John Lewis Center for Social Justice. Your gift helps sustain these vital initiatives, fostering excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and social impact.

Corporate and Foundation Support 

Fisk University seeks institutional partners interested in accelerating our aspirational goals and preparing students for lives of leadership and service. Support from foundations, corporations, and other institutional philanthropists enables Fisk to provide the exceptional education it has been known for 150+ years. 

 

Contact the office for more information: 

April Clark 

Associate Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations 

aclark@fisk.edu 

Scholarships 

Scholarships are very important avenues of access for many Fisk students. The university is greatly appreciative of the support provided by donors who establish annual and endowed
endowed scholarships.

Contact the office for more information:

615-329-8697
development@fisk.edu

Methods of Giving

Methods of Giving

Mailed to: Fisk University ATTN: Office of Development and Alumni Affairs 1000 17th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208

Money Wiring

Contact the Development Office for more information.

Appreciated Securities

Donating gifts of appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual fund assets is a great way to help Fisk University move forward on its mission of graduating changemakers and leaders who will make their marks on the world. Not only will your gift make a lasting impact, but these types of transfers often do not incur capital gains on the appreciated value and may be eligible to claim the full, fair market value income tax deduction. (Always check with your adviser for specific tax advice.)

Through Your IRA

If you own an Individual Retirement Account and have not yet taken your required minimum distribution, you may be able to avoid income tax on your required withdrawal by donating your money directly to a qualified 501(c)(3) organization such as Fisk University. By making charitable donations directly from an IRA rather than taking required distributions that qualify as income, you may be able to keep your annual income down and qualify for other tax deductions.

Employer Matched Gifts

Double the impact of your gift to Fisk University! Many companies support a culture of philanthropy and encourage their employees to give back to the community through matching-gift programs. In some cases, donations from retirees, spouses, and board members are also eligible to be matched. Follow these steps to get started:
  1. Make a gift
  2. Wait to receive your tax deduction receipt.
  3. Ask your HR department about their gift-matching program. If you are instructed to send a matching gift form to Fisk University, please send the completed form to:
Fisk University ATTN: Office of Development and Alumni Affairs 1000 17th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208

Connect With Our Office

DONATE. SUPPORT. GIVE.
Your donation is essential to our 150+ year mission of graduating students who are changemakers and leaders in various fields and sectors. We truly appreciate your generosity.

Email: development@fisk.edu
Office: 615-329-8697

Fisk University
ATTN: Office of Development and Alumni Affairs
1000 17th Avenue North
Nashville, TN 37208

Development and Alumni Affairs Official Contact List

Crystal Churchwell Evans

Vice President of Development and Alumni Affairs
Office of Development and Alumni Affairs
Erastus Milo Cravath Hall, Third Floor
ccevans@fisk.edu

Mary Dromgoole

Director of Institutional Advancement
Office of Development and Alumni Affairs
Erastus Milo Cravath Hall, Third Floor
mdromgoole@fisk.edu
Tel: 615-329-8856

Adrienne T. Latham

Director of Alumni Affairs
Office of Development and Alumni Affairs
Richardson House
alatham@fisk.edu
Tel: 615-329-8596

April R. Clark

Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
Office of Development and Alumni Affairs
Erastus Milo Cravath Hall, Third Floor
aclark@fisk.edu
Tel: 615-329-8585

Samantha Camilo

Associate Director of Development
Office of Development and Alumni Affairs
Erastus Milo Cravath Hall, Third Floor
scamilo@fisk.edu
Tel: 615-329-8581

Shayla Youngblood

Development Coordinator
Office of Development and Alumni Affairs
Erastus Milo Cravath Hall, Third Floor
syoungblood@fisk.edu
Tel: 615-329-8697