October 2009―After several years of planning and advance gifts work, Truman State University formally announced its $30 million fundraising campaign entitled “Bright Minds Bright Futures." The celebratory announcement took place during Homecoming festivities, Oct. 9-10, 2009, on the Truman campus.

The campaign kickoff celebration was held in conjunction with the annual Alumni and Friends Banquet. The event also included recognition of Homecoming honorees, Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and the Golden Alumni Diploma Ceremony.

Chuck Foudree ('66), retired vice president and chief financial officer of Harmon Industries in Blue Springs, Mo., is serving as the campaign’s chair. Through early September 2009, a total of $18.4 million in advance commitments had been secured toward the campaign’s major priority areas – scholarships, student enrichment activities, faculty support, athletics and mission enhancement.

The five-year campaign (2006-2011) is designed to help Truman achieve its vision of becoming the nation’s premier public liberal arts and sciences institution and elevate its status among all schools of higher education.

Following the formal announcement, the campaign
entered its public phase for the final two years of operation. Regional centers have been established in 11 areas across the country, and all Truman constituents will be asked to participate as we build a stronger Truman together.

If you are interested in being involved in the "Bright Minds Bright Futures" campaign, please contact Mark Gambaiana, vice president for University Advancement,  call toll free 1-800-452-6678 or (660) 785-4133, markg@truman.edu.