School of Art + Design
Make a gift to the NAU School of Art + Design

Empower the future of art and design at NAU with your generosity on Giving Day! Your donation directly supports our School of Art and Design by fostering creativity and providing students with state-of-the-art resources. From studio spaces to experiential learning opportunities, your contribution ensures that aspiring designers have the tools they need to innovate and excel. 

NAU Ceramics

Elevate ceramics on NAU Giving Day! Your donation directly supports our vibrant ceramics program, fostering creativity and excellence among students. With your support, we provide hands-on learning experiences and opportunities for artistic exploration. 

Your contribution helps us empower aspiring ceramic artists to innovate, create meaningful work, and contribute to the rich cultural tapestry of our community.

Thanks to the generosity of Jay and Linda Butler, every dollar donated to the Ceramics program will be matched—dollar for dollar—up to $25,000. Your gift will be doubled, helping to elevate the growth and success of our talented ceramics students and faculty. This match will make a lasting impact, fueling innovation and artistry in the NAU Ceramics program.

Join us in creating an environment where imagination is nurtured, skills are honed, and artistic visions come to life. Together, we can build a foundation for artistic excellence and inspire the next generation of creative leaders.


School of Art + Design General Fund

You can also support the overall School of Art + Design with a gift to our School of Art + Design General Fund.  The School of Art + Design General Fund supports a wide range of initiatives, including faculty research, facility improvements, and special programs that enhance the learning environment and creative opportunities for students. Your gift helps strengthen the overall mission and growth of the school.

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Fuel the Arts and Creativity: College of Arts and Letters Challenge
$11,500
Fuel the Arts and Creativity: College of Arts and Letters Challenge
Maximize your impact on the College of Arts and Letters and unlock an additional $11,500 in funding for the college. Once 25 gifts are made to any College of Arts and Letters funds, we will release a generous gift of $1,500 from CAL Dean Julie Piering to the Ethics Bowl, and a generous gift of $10,000 from an anonymous donor to the Martin Springer Institute Expanded Center. Every gift counts—join us in making a difference! #WeAreLumberjacks
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True Blue: NAU Alumni Association Board
$11,750
True Blue: NAU Alumni Association Board
Help us start off the day with our first milestone and show the Lumberjack community we are True Blue! When we reach 125 alumni gifts of $125 or more on #NAUGivingDay the following NAU Alumni Association Board members will release a collective $11,750 in gifts. Thank you to: Blaise Caudill ’13; Dave Cook; Trina George, ’09; Alex Gutierrez, '85 '90; Jana Harper, ’90; Veronica Hipolito, '97, '02; Jim Jayne, ’91; "Kari" Kent, '91; Rick Koch, ’72; Mary O'Driscoll, ’82; Nancy Serenbetz, '75; Maggie Thom, ’12; , Wayne Watson, ’84; and (3) anonymous members. Go Jacks!
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Lumberjack Pride: NAU Foundation Board Challenge
$25,000
Lumberjack Pride: NAU Foundation Board Challenge
Join the NAU Foundation board and show your pride with a gift to support this challenge on #NAUGivingDay. The following NAU Foundation Board members have committed to a collective impact totaling $25,000, which will be released when 125 first time donors make a gift. Thank you to: Lisa Bagwell; Eric Baker; Teresa Bartels; Bob Bement; Bob Braudy; Robin Braun; Booker Evans; Victoria Fimea; Bill Heibel; Mary Huntley; Tim Kinney; Any Peña; Rick Rodriguez; Katrina Rogers; Steve Sanghi; Tony Tewelis; and (1) anonymous member. WE Are Lumberjacks!
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