Giving
Who Gives?

Who Gives to Johnson & Wales?

Support comes from a variety of groups, each playing a vital role in the JWU community. Alumni, parents and families, corporate partners, faculty and staff, students and friends of the University form the fabric of support that allows JWU to remain flexible while addressing student needs and institutional priorities.

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Alumni Giving

With more than 128,00 alumni worldwide, gifts of all amounts add up and truly make a difference when everyone contributes what they can. Start your philanthropy today.

Parent & Family Giving

Parents and families of Johnson & Wales students and alums play an integral role in the experience of all JWU students. Your charitable donation, of any amount, combined with gifts from other families helps make all aspects of the JWU experience accessible to every student.

Corporate Giving

Institutional partnerships are vital to JWU's ability to provide an experiential education that prepares JWU alumni to be leaders in their fields. Foundational support allows us to adapt curriculum to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. We're here to help align your philanthropic goals with our university's needs.

Faculty & Staff Giving

As an integral member of the JWU Community, your work is critical to the success of our students and our university. Whether you take advantage of payroll deduction or choose to make a one-time gift, your dedication to our students demonstrates your belief in our mission and your financial support signifies your confidence in our institution and its future.

Student Giving

If you are a scholarship recipient, receive a stipend for an internship, participate in a club or student organization, or utilize any of the state-of-the-art labs, then you have experienced the impact of gifts to JWU. You can pay it forward to future generations of Wildcats by making a gift to what matters to you.

Wildcat Stories

The JWU community is philanthropic by nature, and we love to hear what giving back means to you. Alumni, faculty, staff, parents, families, and the students who benefit from your generosity all have unique stories to tell.

Enhancing the Lives of Others

Houston Striggow '79, Susan Sarich and SusieCakes

"It matters not what you give, but that you give what you can when you can."

Read about Houston Striggow, Susan Sarich, and SusieCakes

First-Gen Alumna Gives Back

Lisa Tomasulo-Capasso '86, '90

A recipient of financial aid in 1984, Lisa has established the Lisa Tomasulo-Capasso Family Endowed Scholarship.

Learn more about Lisa Tomasulo-Capasso

Powered By Purpose

Michael A. Nula, DPT and Lisa Nula

"Share, teach others, and pay it forward." Investing in the future of allied therapies.

Learn more about Michael A. Nula, DPT and Lisa Nula

Building a Foundation

Rob Palleschi '86, '14 Hon. and The Palleschi Family Endowed Fund

"Together, let's provide the next generation with all the tools and opportunities they need to succeed."

Learn more about the Palleschi family

A Family's Commitment

David A. Wilson, Ph.D. '99 Hon. P'98

The Wilson family's giving to JWU students spans more than 25 years. When it comes to philanthropy, "the one school that ranks at the top of the list is JWU."

Learn more about the Wilson Family