How to help.
When you give to one of our six Pillar Funds, you directly impact the education and experience for students at Shawnee State University.
Give to The Shawnee Fund.
When you give to The Shawnee Fund, you help us meet our highest and most pressing priorities. The Shawnee Fund is unrestricted, meaning your gift can be put to use immediately to help meet the needs of SSU students.
Join the Bear Club.
The Bear Club offers support for over 300 varsity SSU athletes in 22 different sports.
Join the President’s Club.
When you give a gift of $10,000 or more, you become a member of the SSU President’s Club. These donors help Shawnee State grow to meet the needs of the region and strengthen education for generations to come.
Support the Arts at the VRCFA.
Support artists, performers, and students by donating to the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts.
The Friends of Shawnee State.
The Friends of Shawnee State Scholarship awards funding to SSU students in need of financial assistance to cover tuition costs. In 2022-2023 the Friends of Shawnee awarded over $31,000 to more than 30 SSU students.
Donate to The Dean’s Fund.
All three colleges within SSU have unique needs supported by the Dean’s Funds.