Class Gift

Since 1996, graduates have made it a tradition to support the Class Gift Fund, one of Northeastern’s largest scholarship funds.

The Northeastern tradition is that graduates make a parting gift that leaves behind a lasting impact and gives other students the opportunity to succeed. Class of 2019 graduates are asked to commemorate their graduation year by donating $20.19 to the Class Gift. No matter the size of your contribution, the Class Gift is special because it is for students, from students.

Commemorate your graduation and support a special fund that is for students, from students. Leave your legacy as the largest giving graduating class.

Donate to 2019!

Class Gift Scholarship

The Class Gift Fund is one of the largest scholarship funds at NEIU. Do you believe you are the next lucky recipient of the Class Gift Scholarship? We are currently awarding up to six student scholarships each year at $400 per award.

Download or pick up a Class Gift Scholarship application from the Office of Alumni Relations. 

Apply for the Class Gift Scholarship

2019 Class Gift Honor Roll

Since its beginning, graduating seniors have participated in the Class Gift to raise funds for student scholarships. Your gift gives other Northeastern Illinois University students the opportunity to succeed. Thank you for leaving your legacy at Northeastern Illinois University.

"This scholarship will not only be able to help me financially, but it will also lift a heavy burden that will no longer trigger my anxiety." -Jose Galicia, Summer 2019 and Fall 2019 Scholarship Recipient

"Receiving this scholarship give me strength, encouragement and motivation to keep working hard to accomplish all my goals." -Yadira Alonzo, Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 Scholarship Recipient

"You are giving me the opportunity to have a better future." -Daniela A., Spring 2018 and Fall 2018 Scholarship Recipient

Class Gift Giving History

As of September 25, 2019, the Class Gift Scholarship fund has been given over 114 gifts and raised $2,451 for the year. Let's keep up the great work!