Skip to content

As members of the UIU community, we have a shared mission to support our students and strengthen the University. The dedication, time and talent of our faculty and staff are always valued and appreciated. We are especially thankful for those who choose to pay it forward and give back to the University.

The Advancement Department is excited to continue and strengthen its Faculty & Staff Giving program as a way to thank and recognize employees who are also donors to the University. This program will help us to further develop a culture of giving among employees and hopefully instill within students an inspiration to give back someday as well.

To view current giving areas in need of support, visit  uiu.edu/give

Click to View All Current FSG Donors! (updated 4-24-2026)

Paul Alsted 2019
Jill Austin 2006
Geoffrey Barela
Pamella Barela
Cheryl Beaver
Cynthia Bentley
Katie Bevers
Brandy Branstetter
Sarah Brincks
Shon Bruns 2004
Stacie Burington 2017
Jeffrey Butikofer 2000
Lisa Byerly
Jason Carlson
Rachel Caspers
Genevieve Chenoweth 2024
Ray Congdon
Billie Cowley 2003
Matthew Cowley 2000
Danielle Cushion
Mark Danker
NiCole Dennler
Lizzie Dingbaum 2018
Samantha Driscoll
Eric Faught
Ryan Fonkert
Kathy Franken 2012
Julie Games
Angella Grant
Ashley Gredys
Joshua Gredys
Heath Grimm
Daryl Grove
Jodi Grover 2006
John Grummel
Andrea Guilday 2014
Tim Guyer
Athena Hansen
Jill Hansen
Rick Hartzell
Jackson Hayek 2005
Daniel Hennager
Diana Hildebrand
Jason Hoskins
Aimee Jeanes 2023
Vicki Jones 2011
Shilpashri Karbhari
Emily Jorgensen
William King 1990
Meghan Kleitsch 2020
Christopher Kragnes
Kristine Krivachek 2013
Gina Kuker
Virginia Lacy
Cody Lawrence 2022
Susan Leek 2007
Angela Leete
Michael Lewis
Maxwell Longman
Brenda Luzum
Rachel Majewski
Panagiotis Markopoulos
Heather Martin
Susan Massey
McKenna Massman
Jakila Matumona-Bau
William McGowan
Peggy Miller
Seth Miner 2014
Rhett Mizer 2020
Lisa Muggler
Dawn Novak 2006
Michelle Pagel
Heath Parling
Richard Patrick
Kelli Pech
Elizabeth Petsche
Jesse Pleggenkuhle 2012 & 2019
Anne Puffett 2019
Theresa Rademacker
Andrew Ransom
Amanda Reiling-Pasket 2009
Matthew Rueckert 2001
Mariea Schnor 1989
Micheal Schrock 1999 & 2021
Blair Seim
Sara Sheeley
Miriam Skrade
Paul Skrade
Terry Smid 1998
Janelle Soppe 2004
Brenda Stahl
Jennifer Stoffel
Holly Streeter 1980
Emil Suder
Carrie Taylor 2015
Markhus Taylor
Barbara Thompson
Howie Thompson
Tanner Thompson 2018
Lindsay Tieskoetter
Matthew Vargas
Brian Voigt
Jennifer Webb 2022
Hillary Wehe
Joshua Weitzel
Christine Wescott 2005
Liz Winter 2019
Rebecca Wissmiller
Holly Wolff 2010
Cheryl Young
Ryan Young

 If an error has been made, please send a note to the Alumni Office at [email protected]

Photo of Liz Winter & Jesse Pleggenkuhle with a stone background

Why I Give: Liz Winter ‘19 & Jesse Pleggenkuhle ‘12 ‘19

Coordinator of Institutional Effectiveness & Director of Facilities
UIU Fund Giving Campaign Contributers

UIU has been part of our story for decades. It’s where we met, built our careers, and made lifelong connections. This place is more than just where we work; it’s where we’ve grown as professionals, as partners, and as people. Giving back is our way of investing in the next generation of Peacocks. We believe in UIU’s mission and want to help ensure others have the same opportunities we’ve had to grow, succeed, and belong.

How does the program work?
It’s simple – make a gift of any size to any UIU designation during this fiscal year. Contributions may be outright gifts, in-kind gifts and pledge payments (not pledge commitments) made between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. All who do will be recognized as Faculty & Staff Giving participants.

Faculty & Staff Giving Perks
Those who support this program may enjoy the following VIP perks throughout the year:

  • Website recognition on this Faculty & Staff Giving page – ongoing!
  • Casual Days
  • Annual VIP Suite Party

Several Ways to Make a Donation
Giving should be fun, easy, and most importantly – meaningful. Below are several ways you can make a contribution to UIU.

  • Give Online – Credit card contributions may be made online at uiu.edu/give. The option to schedule recurring gifts via credit card is also available.
  • By Mail – Mail a check to the Alumni Office at PO Box 1857, Fayette, Iowa 52142
  • Stop by! – Visit the Alumni House with your gift anytime during normal business hours. Physical address is 513 Union Street, Fayette, IA 52142.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my gift designation options?

Special emphasis is being given this year to raising money for the UIU Excellence Fund, which supports students and emerging needs of the University.

However, there are numerous areas of designation you can choose from including academics, athletics, scholarships, special projects and more. Visit uiu.edu/give and select the designation drop down to view all options.

Are there tax benefits of giving to UIU?

Yes! UIU is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and your contribution is considered charitable. Donors will receive a gift receipt from the Alumni Office.

Tell me more about the Donor Club program?

Donors who contribute $250 or more during the fiscal year earn membership into one of the following elite Donor Clubs.

Consider monthly installments. Some members set a goal to join a select club at the beginning of each fiscal year (July 1). Then, they schedule monthly contributions to spread out their gift throughout the year (through June 30). This can easily be done via a payroll deduction, EFT or recurring credit card gift.

Blue Chip Club ($120) – monthly contribution of $10
Contributors Club ($250)  –  monthly contribution of $21
Peacock Patron Club ($500)  –  monthly contribution of $42
True Blue Club ($1,000)  –  monthly contribution of $84
1857 Club ($2,500)  –  monthly contribution of $209
Limestone Club ($5,000)  –  monthly contribution of $417
Alexander Club ($10,000)  –  monthly contribution of $834
Blue Diamond Club ($25,000) – monthly contribution of $2,083

Each club offers a variety of benefits and VIP experiences that are exclusive to members only. For all the details and to view a current list of members, visit uiu.edu/donorclubs.

Have more questions?

Please contact Daryl Grove, at 563-425-5330 or [email protected]