When you give to Des Moines University, you enable students, faculty and staff to do a world of good. The DMU community recognizes select donors with membership in these giving societies and in the annual Honor Roll of Donors, included in DMU Magazine.
To make your gift, use the convenient online giving option linked on the left or contact the development office.
President’s Society
President Angela Franklin
Honors and recognizes the University’s most committed donors, the individuals and organizations that make annual gifts of $1,000 or more. These philanthropic leaders support DMU’s top priorities: students, their education and their success.
| President’s Society giving levels | |
|---|---|
| Lifetime Member | $100,000+ |
| Francium* | $25,000 and above |
| Platinum | $10,000-$24,000 |
| Gold | $5,000-$9,999 |
| Silver | $2,500-$4,999 |
| Member | $1,000-$2,499 |
* Although considered a natural element, scientists estimate that there is no more than one ounce of francium in the earth’s crust at a given time.
President’s Society gifts can be targeted toward any specific scholarship or college. In addition, if you plan to include Des Moines University in your will for a gift of $100,000 or more, you become a lifetime member of the President’s Society. You will receive the annual member benefits for your generous intentions.
You will enjoy special benefits as a President’s Society member:
- An invitation to you and a guest to the annual President’s Society event
- Special communications and recognition from the President
- Distinctive recognition in the Honor Roll of Donors, printed in DMU Magazine
- The knowledge that you are making a difference at DMU and the pride you can have in its success.
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Leadership societies
COM leadership society
Students in DMU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine seek to do a world of good in their professions, for patients and in society. You can help them on this journey as a member of the COM Leadership Society, which honors donors of $1,000 or more received by June 30 of each fiscal year.
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CPMS leadership society
Students in DMU’s College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery progress from didactic coursework to guided clinical experiences to expertise and leadership in the profession. You can help them on this journey as a member of the CPMS Leadership Society, which honors donors of $500 or more received by June 30 of each fiscal year.
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CHS leadership society
Students in DMU’s College of Health Sciences go on to serve patients, organizations and communities in a wide variety of ways. You can invest in these future health care professionals as a member of the CHS Leadership Society, which honors donors of $500 or more received by June 30 of each fiscal year.
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