Xavier Fund

FOR IMMEDIATE IMPACT.
FOREVER STRONGER.

Unrestricted support for student growth.

The Xavier Fund is the University’s most flexible resource to address the greatest financial needs, supporting our mission and enhancing the student experience. Because gifts are unrestricted, they go to work right away where they’re needed most. Every contribution — no matter the size — directly strengthens Xavier’s mission and makes an immediate difference for students.

Empowering Xavier's mission.

Restricted and unrestricted gifts to the University enable the Xavier Family to support our students, who will improve the world. Unrestricted Xavier Fund donations support the General Fund. Below is the annual distribution of the Xavier Fund to the campus community:

Scholarships and Financial Aid40.1%

Provides students with aid to defray the cost of tuition and related expenses.

Instruction28.3%

Provides educators with resources to deliver student education, including covering costs related to curriculum development and hands-on, experiential learning.

Institutional Support 12.89%

Provides support for short- and long-term strategic planning, management, and operations for Xavier, allowing the University to operate efficiently in living its Jesuit Catholic mission.

Student Services 8.9%

Provides support for campus clubs and activities, mental health counseling, community service, and activities designed to provide an enjoyable campus experience for students.

Campus Development6.0%

Provides support for the continued preservation and development of Xavier’s beautiful historic campus, including maintenance of architecturally significant buildings and statues.

Research and Academic Support4.6%

Provides students and faculty with funding to explore new and innovative research initiatives while funding academic support services for students.

“Supporting the Xavier Fund is the single greatest way to pay it forward and support future generations of Musketeers. Your gift will always support Xavier’s Jesuit Catholic mission in the most direct and practical way, balancing the needs of today’s students with strategic plans and priorities for tomorrow.”

Kevan Buck

Vice President, Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer

“We wanted to show our support for several programs at Xavier because our two Xavier students are receiving exceptional education, guidance and support in these programs.”
Michael and Tiffany Klarin
“Xavier Theatre has enriched my life by providing me with an education and an outlet to perform and tell stories to a community. I recognize that the opportunities that I have been afforded at Xavier would not be possible without generous donors.”
Mattie Cieplak (’25)