Advancement - Development Highlights
at the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies

The Faculty/ Staff Annual Giving Campaign

Based upon the level of giving of its faculty and staff, Georgia State University is the envy of colleges and universities throughout the nation. Once again, as it has for the past three years, our college led the university in faculty and staff giving to our Annual Fund. This level of financial support is indicative of the commitment that our faculty and staff have not only for the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, but for Georgia State University as a whole.

Friendraising in 2000

We continue to explore ways to bring alumni and other supporters to the campus and engage them in the activities of the school. The activities surrounding the renaming of the School of Policy Studies to the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies presented a wonderful opportunity to do this. This year, for the first time, the School participated in Homecoming. Invitations were mailed to our alumni and friends, inviting their attendance, providing complimentary tickets and reserved seating, and inviting them to stop by our Hospitality Suite in the Urban Life Building. Though attendance was small, those that attended had a great experience. We plan to continue and build on this event in coming years.

Our faculty and staff continue to develop programs, projects and policies that have enormous impact on the day-to-day lives of not only people in this region, but throughout the southeast, the United States, and the world. These activities have increased the visibility of the school substantially. As a result, there is greater interest on the part of potential students, our alumni, and the corporate and foundation communities.

As our reputation grows, so, too, will our circle of friends and supporters. These friends and supporters will provide advice and guidance, champion our activities, and will help market the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies throughout the world.

Fundraising in 2000

Although we are still a young school, established in 1996, we have been successful in attracting a broad donor base. In addition to corporate and foundation support for our programs, scholarships and endowment, we have also received donations from our faculty and staff, our alumni and friends, and supporters throughout the world.

Corporate Giving

In 1998, USAID awarded the college a $10.4 million contract to assist the Russian government with fiscal reform policies. This year, the college was awarded a $3 million contract by Deloitte & Touche to continue Russian fiscal reform work, including an examination of the current tax system.

The Steering Committee for the Andrew Young Birthday Celebration has begun to attract the attention of corporations seeking to be involved in this important fundraising event, scheduled for March 9, 2001. The goal is to add $1 million to the endowment fund.

Delta Air Lines has made a gift of 90 airline tickets, 30 per year for three years. These tickets will support student travel for our international programs.

Foundation Giving

The UPS Foundation awarded the college a grant of $250,000 in support of the Children's Policy Center. The first $125,000 of the grant was received this spring.

The Ugandan government awarded the college a $500,000 grant through the World Bank for training programs on fiscal decentralization.

A $93,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency was given for a study on the economic impact of brownfields. Results of the study may be used to develop governmental policies that can enhance economic development.

The Coca-Cola Foundation made a $1 million, ten year commitment to the college in 1999. The first installment on this pledge was received this year.

The Andreas Foundation made a four-year, $100,000 commitment toward the naming of the Andrew Young School. The first installment toward this commitment was received in August of this year.

Memorial and Honorary Scholarships

Endowment

Our endowment will continue to grow and so will our impact on the lives and futures of policy leaders and scholars in Georgia and around the world.