As an endowed fund donor, you play a meaningful role in laying the groundwork for a bright future for Butler University and the many generations of students who will benefit from your gifts. Thank you for investing in our mission of preparing all learners to lead meaningful lives.
It is with deep gratitude that I share the enclosed report on the Margaret Cooper Manuzzi Family Elementary Education Scholarship and the Timothy Bryan Manuzzi Family Music Education Scholarship, which includes a summary of your endowed funds' performance and details about the impact of your generosity over the course of the past fiscal year.
Thanks to your contributions, Butler University's endowment has continued to perform well. Prudent investment strategies and responsible financial stewardship remain cornerstones of our endowment management, allowing us to maximize the impact of your philanthropy.
Despite periods of market volatility, the close stewardship of our Investment Committee and proactive fundraising has allowed the University endowment to grow by 57% over the past 10 years from $189 million to $297 million as of fiscal year 2024.
If you have questions about the enclosed report, please reach out to Molli Duckworth, Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship, at (317) 940-3098 or by email at mduckwor@butler.edu.
Thank you for your loyal support of Butler students.
With gratitude,
OVERVIEW&FINANCIALS
Margaret Cooper Manuzzi Family Elementary Education Scholarship
Established in 1996 by the Manuzzi family in honor of Margaret Cooper Manuzzi, a 1992 graduate of the College of Education. The scholarship is awarded to juniors or seniors in the College of Education based on academic ability and financial need.
EndowmentReturn
$1,603
distribution available to spend as of June 1, 2023
PrincipalContributions
$0
new gifts and additions made to the principal between June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
SpendableContributions
$0
new gifts to the spendable line amount between June 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
OVERVIEW&FINANCIALS
Timothy Bryan Manuzzi Family Music Education Scholarship
Created by Darlene C., Nicola C., and Timothy B. Manuzzi '93, along with Margaret Cooper '92 Manuzzi, this scholarship supports sophomore and junior students at Butler University. Eligible recipients must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher, exhibit financial need, belong to a nationally recognized Greek organization, reside in Indiana, and be part of the Butler University Symphonic Wind Ensemble.
EndowmentReturn
$1,124 distribution available to spend as of June 1, 2023
PrincipalContributions
$0
new gifts and additions made to the principal between June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
SpendableContributions
$0
new gifts to the spendable line amount between June 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
