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From students and alumni, to parents and friends, every Duke makes a difference when they choose to support JMU students.

Retired horticulturists put down deep roots in Harrisonburg. Ten years ago, Lynda and Craig Chandler were searching for a new hometown that would keep them close to nature. They found their place — and their community — through JMU’s Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. More »

An “empty nester” found a way to support his daughters while they were away at JMU. After a nudge from a friend, JMU Parent Jeff Carr joined the Parents Council to support his daughters’ Madison Experiences — and deepened his love for JMU. More »

When Tom Dyer “married into” the JMU community, he didn’t plan on becoming part of it. But that's exactly what happened after he met future wife, Robin (’87). Now, the Dyers’ big-hearted philanthropy has touched nearly every part of campus. More »

More Stories of Philanthropy

Donors will name new library entrances

Donors make gifts to name the library's entrances.
To JMU, From Dukes

Gifts in kind, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to rare, vintage comic books, have shaped the Madison Experience.
When an alum(not) falls for a JMU alumna

When Tom Dyer met Robin (’87) and “married into” the JMU community, he didn’t expect he’d become part of it.
In a year of change, Dukes deliver

Dukes gave more than $28.1 million in charitable gifts to JMU during fiscal year 2024, the second highest in JMU history and the highest outside of a campaign.
Alumni kick off Carrier Library fundraising by naming spaces

Carrier Library memories inspired a few JMU alumni to kick off fundraising efforts for Carrier Library by naming new spaces.
Family traditions, Madison Spirit

A family of Virginia educators hits 81 years of giving to JMU.
The challenge to do good

Students raise more than $30,000 for the local community through T-shirt competition.
Trailblazing alumna gives JMU largest cash gift

Frances Weir (’49) paved the way for generations of Army women.
Dedicating Holland Yates Hall

Members of the JMU community gathered to celebrate and participate in the official dedication of Holland Yates Hall
Dukes Pay It Forward Annual Scholarship Meet & Greet

Alumni couple behind the $1.25 million Warden Match meet with Dukes Pay It Forward scholarship recipients
"JOY" at JMU

How one painter found inspiration on the Quad — and shared it with Madison
We've started something big

WFM’s Amethyst Circle raises over $1 million, grants 27 scholarships

University Advancement: Gifts & Records

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