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About Institutional Advancement

Temple University’s Office of Institutional Advancement serves as the fundraising and alumni relations center for the university. Departments within the Office include advancement services, annual giving, development, stewardship and donor relations, research, events, and alumni and development communications.

Giving to Temple University Frequently Asked Questions

Please continue reading below to find answers to common questions about giving to Temple. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, please email giving@temple.edu or call 215-926-2500 to reach a member of our Advancement Services team. Thank you for your interest in investing in the future of Temple.

Is my online payment information secure?

Yes, giving on Temple University’s website is always secure. Look for ‘https’ and a lock icon the address bar of your web browser.

Will I receive a gift receipt for tax purposes?

Yes, you will receive a gift receipt for every transaction. If making your gift online, your receipt will be included in the email notifying you that your payment has been processed successfully. If making your gift via a check and sending by U.S. mail, you will receive a receipt in the mail.

Do you offer recurring giving? If so, at what frequency?

We do offer recurring giving options. Donors have the option to schedule payments monthly, quarterly, or annually. The payments will stop when your commitment has been filled (or should your credit card expire or the number change). You will receive an email notification from Temple if a payment fails to process due to a credit card problem.

To set up a recurring gift via our online form, click on the “Make scheduled payments” option and fill out the required sections. You will have the option to schedule notification emails to remind you when your card will be charged. We recommend opting in for these emails because they allow you to edit the details of your payment using a secure URL.

How can I cancel a scheduled payment?

To cancel or reschedule an upcoming payment, please contact Advancement Services at giving@temple.edu or 215-926-2500.

How can I update my credit card information?

Please contact a member of Temple’s Advancement Services team at 215-926-2500 for assistance with this request. You should never send your credit card information over an unsecured email. If you set up your recurring gift via our online form and elected to receive payment notification emails, you can edit your credit card information via the link provided at the bottom of the email. You will also receive notification emails when your card is going to expire, and you can update your credit card information via the link provided at the bottom of that email as well.

Can my gift be anonymous?

You do have the option to make your gift as an anonymous donor. Be sure to check the box labeled “I would like my gift to be anonymous” when making your gift online. You will still receive a gift receipt for tax purposes.