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F O U N D A T I O N A T
The Francis Marion University Foundation was organized in 1974 to provide a means for soliciting and accepting substantial
gifts of money or property in order to build an endowment fund that would promote the educational purpose and welfare of Francis
Marion University.
Scholarship recipient Robbie Clemens speaks at the
Scholarship Donor Reception held in November.
Contributions to the FMU
Foundation support scholarships
for students
Institutional scholarships are made available in varying amounts to students
through the generosity and outstanding commitment of businesses, individuals,
and organizations including the Francis Marion University Foundation, the
FMU Fund, and the Swamp Fox Club. Through these gifts, students receive
needed scholarships and financial assistance.
Contributions to the Francis Marion University Foundation’s FMU Fund
support student scholarships, instructional technology, library acquisitions, and
faculty development.
A gift designated for the FMU Fund continues Francis Marion University’s
vision of building an institution committed to quality education at affordable
costs. The success of our fundraising campaign is a testament to the
commitment of FMU alumni, parents, friends, corporations, and foundations.
Contributions to the FMU Foundation
support grant writing among faculty and staff
The Grants Development Program works with campus members to prepare grant proposals to external funding agencies. Faculty
are encouraged to meet with the Director of the Grants Development Program to acquaint the office with their current and
anticipated interests. Doing so enables the office to add that information to search criteria so that campus community members can
be notified of funding sources and opportunities that may support their project interests.
Contributions to the FMU Foundation
support training for non-profit leaders
The Non-Profit Leadership Institute at Francis Marion University was established to
provide leadership training to strengthen non-profit organizations across the state. Funded
initially with multi-year grants from the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation, the institute now
receives major support from FMU, along with a grant from the PSARAS Foundation.
Contributions to the FMU Foundation
support the fellowship of faculty
and staff
The BB&T/Amelia Wallace Faculty/Alumni Cottage is a 4,000-square-foot facility
that serves as a gathering place for Francis Marion University faculty, staff, alumni, and
guests. Set amidst the oaks, crepe myrtles, dogwoods and azaleas characteristic of the FMU
campus, The Cottage is a quiet haven located between the Stokes Administration Building
and the Stanton Academic Computer Center.
Constructed in 2003 with private donations, The Cottage is a beautifully landscaped,
modern facility with Southern lowcountry charm that preserves the heritage of the original
house that was located on the property. Operated by the FMU Foundation as a benefit to
Francis Marion University, the facility is named in honor of BB&T, a major benefactor, and Amelia Wallace, whose family donated
the first 100 acres of land on which the university is located.
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Govenor Jim Hodges speaks at the
NPLI seminar.