This Portland State University Foundation award is given annually to a faculty or staff member in recognition of their role as a partner in cultivating philanthropic support for a priority program within their unit. The recipient will receive a citation and a $1,500 taxable honorarium.
Nominations should clearly describe how the individual meets the selection criteria. Awards will be made on the basis of the following:
- The nominee’s involvement in providing information to build a case statement related to a priority need for their unit leading to a successful solicitation.
- The nominee’s direct involvement in strategizing for or soliciting a significant philanthropic gift relating to a priority program in their unit,
- The nominee’s partnership and/or collaboration with the PSU Foundation staff and/or Board of Trustees that resulted in a relationship with a prospect or donor,
- The nominee’s direct involvement in conceiving a project, writing a proposal, and collaborating with a donor that leads to a successful solicitation for an identified unit priority,
- The nominee’s willingness to engage with alumni, community members, or prospective donors.
The Portland State University Foundation is a private non-profit whose mission is to support PSU. We do this by securing philanthropic support, managing the endowment, and building a culture of philanthropy. This support benefits students, faculty, programs and centers, research and facilities.
The award recipient will be chosen by a selection committee composed of:
- Two members of the PSU Foundation leadership team
- Two members of the PSU Foundation board of trustees or PSUF board committees
- The Presiding Officer of the PSU Faculty Senate
- The Presiding Officer-Elect of the PSU Faculty Senate
Nominations should clearly describe how the individual’s partnership has aided in the cultivation of donors and supporters. Complete nomination packets will include:
- Nominator’s Letter of Support
- Abbreviated Current Professional Curriculum Vitae
- Letters of external support, when appropriate, will be viewed favorably
For questions about this award, contact Lisa Smith (smithl@psuf.org), 503-725-2980
Nomination materials for all Excellence Awards are to be submitted to excellence-awards@pdx.edu by the due dates listed below. Nomination materials will include a Nomination Google Form submission. All applications that are complete and submitted by the second Friday in February (February 9, 2024) will be considered eligible for review.
Note the following deadlines for 2025: