Giving Opportunities
Your Gifts Make a Difference
Your investment in the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is essential and will enable us to continue to attract the best and brightest students. Gifts to the school have a profound and immediate impact on vital initiatives such as student scholarships, community outreach programs, research, leading-edge technology, and other important endeavors, which are of great benefit to all of us.
Cap and Gown Graduation Fund
Be a part of this year’s graduation milestone by donating to the Dentistry Cap and Gown Graduation Fund. Your gift is an impactful investment in our graduates, your future colleagues! The cost per student is $45. In addition to graduation apparel, the fund supports related celebration activities and provides scholarships. Make your gift online and support the Class of 2021. Questions? Contact Erin Elliott at estrong@umn.edu.
Driven: The Campaign for the School of Dentistry
The University of Minnesota has embarked on a campaign to set a new course for students, the state, and the world. Through Driven: The University of Minnesota Campaign the School of Dentistry seeks $27 million in philanthropic support to advance our commitment to fueling student success in dentistry and improving the oral health of all Minnesotans. We are focused on achieving our key priorities of supporting students, advancing research, and enhancing our digital dentistry capabilities.
With generous support of our alumni and other community partners, we will ensure the powerful impact of the School of Dentistry for generations to come.
The following initiatives have been identified in support of the School’s fundraising goal.
Alumni Relations and Development Office
15-136 Moos Tower
515 Delaware St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Meet our alumni and development staff
Emily Best
Acting Director of Development
15-136B Moos Tower
515 Delaware St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
612-625-6811
Fax: 612-624-0027
emilyj@umn.edu
Nicki Black
Annual Giving and Stewardship Coordinator
15-136 Moos Tower
515 Delaware Street SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
612-301-6663
Fax: 612-624-0027
black842@umn.edu
Erin Elliott
Director of Alumni Relations
15-141 Moos Tower
515 Delaware St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
612-626-6884
estrong@umn.edu
Kris Frischmon
Executive Administrative Assistant
15-136 Moos Tower
515 Delaware St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
612-625-5751
frisc052@umn.edu