“Why a Foundation?”
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“What kind of governance is in place to ensure that my gift is used as intended?”
“How will my fund keep up with the real rate of educational inflation at UMaine?”
"What size fund provides a meaningful scholarship to a student?”
“If I start a new endowed fund, when would it actually provide an award to a student?”
“Why endow my fund if it doesn’t payout in a down economy?”
“How do I know that my gift will make an impact?”
“Does the Foundation invest in non-traditional equities?”
“Could I give a gift and remain anonymous?”
“In what circumstances would the Foundation ever change the purpose of a fund?”