Back to top Corporation and Foundation Support Corporation and foundation support is an important resource for higher education. They can provide funds for facilities, for special programs, seminars and research projects, for equipment, for scholarships, and they can encourage their employees to give through their matching gift programs. Many alumni and friends make contributions to the Troy State University Foundation in memory of a relative or friend. The Foundation acknowledges receipt of the gift to the donor as well as to the family of the deceased person. Examples of this type of gift include building materials, architectural services, and real estate.
Many employers match employee gifts to higher education.
Employees can check with their personnel office to see if the company will match their gift. If the company matches gifts, a matching gift application should be completed and mailed with the donor s gift.