Our History
Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 non-profit foundation, independent from Slippery Rock University. It was established in May, 1970, by a group of individuals that wanted to enhance the educational opportunities for students at Slippery Rock University. Through the dedicated efforts of its board of directors, volunteers and staff, and with the generous contributions of thousands of individuals and organizations, Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. has grown exponentially in its ability to supplement the educational opportunities within Slippery Rock University.
The Slippery Rock University Foundation is proud to have provided the following financial support, between 2011-2021:
The Slippery Rock University Foundation is proud to have provided the following financial support, between 2011-2021:
- Funded $30.4 million in scholarships.
- Provided financial support to 20,470 students.
- Provided $9.2 million to SRU in surplus, management fees and rents.
- Reimbursed $10.8 million to SRU in professional staff salaries and benefits.
- Provided $7.1 million in student wages related to student housing.
- 100% financial participation by the Foundation Board of Directors, for over 10 consecutive years.
Current Programs And Activities
Through a comprehensive fundraising program, the Foundation generates private gifts which support the priorities of Slippery Rock University. Alumni, friends, corporations, businesses, foundations, and organizations are asked for their support through social media, direct mail, major gift and estate planning opportunities.
Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. secures annual and capital support for scholarships, student and faculty research, cultural programming, equipment, facilities, and other University needs. Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. manages and administers these funds in a manner prescribed by donors.
In addition to seeking and managing private contributions and grants, Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. is also the developer of Slippery Rock Technology Park, a 39-acre development adjacent to the Slippery Rock University campus.
In 2016, Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. established SRUF Student Housing LLC which provides quality on-campus housing for Slippery Rock University students. The complex has the capacity to house 2,074 students within 6 individual residence halls, totaling 742,836 square feet and offers 7 suite configurations. Each building is designed pursuant to United States Green Building Council Standards. Significant safety features include multiple card-swipe access points, security cameras, and welcome desks at each building entrance staffed 24/7.
Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. secures annual and capital support for scholarships, student and faculty research, cultural programming, equipment, facilities, and other University needs. Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. manages and administers these funds in a manner prescribed by donors.
In addition to seeking and managing private contributions and grants, Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. is also the developer of Slippery Rock Technology Park, a 39-acre development adjacent to the Slippery Rock University campus.
In 2016, Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc. established SRUF Student Housing LLC which provides quality on-campus housing for Slippery Rock University students. The complex has the capacity to house 2,074 students within 6 individual residence halls, totaling 742,836 square feet and offers 7 suite configurations. Each building is designed pursuant to United States Green Building Council Standards. Significant safety features include multiple card-swipe access points, security cameras, and welcome desks at each building entrance staffed 24/7.