As a PLU employee, you have the power to further invest in students through our employee giving program.
Each day, in many and varied ways, you already demonstrate your care for students and their success. Your gift is an additional vote of confidence in the future of PLU and PLU students. Whether it’s supporting student scholarships, academic programs or faculty excellence and research, every gift counts.
Thank you for partnering with us to make PLU a wonderful place where Lutes can thrive—both on campus and beyond. If you have questions or would like more information about giving, please feel free to contact Donor Communications.
I give because I know how committed my colleagues are to our shared mission, and it’s a way to send a special note of gratitude to units around campus for their important work with our students.
Neal Yakelis
Professor of Chemistry
While my main role is to recruit future Lutes, I am proud to support a couple of our student organizations on campus, particularly Nā Hoaloha O Hawaiʻi and the Asian Pacific Islander Student Association. I am continually amazed by the work and dedication of our students who endeavor to build community and to build a sense of belonging. Members of both student organizations find ways to share their cultural heritage with the community in order to learn from one another and find connections. I give to these student organizations so they continue their amazing work.
Brandon Bruan
Director of Admission Operations
Give to what inspires you—scholarships, research, the arts, athletics—any amount is welcome and tax-deductible.
There are many ways to give at PLU including making your impact year-round via payroll deduction. Opting for payroll deduction offers a seamless and hassle-free method of contribution, allowing you to make a lasting impact with minimal effort. This convenient option ensures your ongoing support continues uninterrupted for as long as you remain employed, without the concern of payment disruptions due to expired or updated credit cards.
Student Crowdfunding
PLU students and employees looking to fundraise for their club, team or group may benefit from PLU’s crowdfunding program.
Crowdfunding is an effective “peer-to-peer” fundraising method that leverages your social network to raise money for a PLU project or cause. By asking your friends, family, mentors and others who support you, your group can raise funds to reach your goal. Student crowdfunding at PLU takes place each year in April.
Since 2024, groups across PLU have raised almost $30,000 for their various projects, including strengthening creative expression with Saxifrage (Keep Saxifrage Saxy!), helping PLU’s Mariachi del Pacífico Club get new uniforms, and supporting student athlete mental health at PLU.
Apply to Crowdfund
Applications are due each year in the early spring semester (deadline to apply is February 27, 2026). Interested PLU students and employees are encouraged to apply to crowdfund or send questions to Michael Miller, Assistant Director of Donor Communications, at mjmiller@plu.edu.