Ways to Give

Make a gift to the IU School of Optometry

Charitable gifts and alumni engagement make it possible for us to provide the facilities, equipment, and educational experiences necessary to maintain our role as a leader in optometric education, clinical practice, and vision science research.

There are many ways you can support the IU School of Optometry—and no one way is better than another. If you would like to discuss ways to give, please contact our Office of Advancement at goiuso@indiana.edu, or contact Associate Director of Development and Alumni Relations Lindsay Wimmer at 812-856-3715.

Ways to give

Annual gifts

Making an annual gift, no matter how large or how small, is the perfect way to help the IU School of Optometry right now, and for years to come.

Matching gifts

Companies large and small have programs to match your gift dollar for dollar, and sometimes even double.

Planned and estate gifts

You can include a gift to the IU School of Optometry in your will or other documents, or donate real estate. Learn about options for planned and estate gifts.

Payment options

Give online or through the mail, set up a payroll deduction, make a gift of securities, or link a bank card for recurring gifts throughout the year.

Your support sends a message

Beyond the immediate impact of your donation, your participation in supporting the IU School of Optometry has a positive influence on corporate and foundation donors who place a high value on alumni and community support. Your support sends the message that our alumni and friends value what we do. For more ways to give, see our ideas for getting involved in special events, recruitment efforts, and more.