As a masters program graduate, Connor LaGrange, M.A. ’21, became a Patterson Foundation Fellow, “One of my favorite things was to help spearhead the dynamic fundraising initiative in conjunction with The Fund Raising School.”

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$100M gift will transform Kelley School graduate education, expand Lilly Family School scholarships

A $100 million gift from Indiana University alumni Jeffrey H. and Benita L. Thomasson will transform graduate education at the Kelley School of Business and expand scholarship opportunities for undergraduate students in the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.

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Lilly Family School students benefit from nearly $1,000,000 in scholarship aid this year

More than fifty Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy students have received close to $1,000,000 dollars in financial aid since the fall of 2025, thanks to the generosity of scholarship donors.

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Elaine Martyn Named Chair of Women’s Philanthropy Institute Council at Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

Experienced philanthropy leader will guide advisory group that advances understanding of women’s philanthropy through research and education.

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The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy hosted its annual Pitch Your Passion competition in February, awarding more than $94,608 in scholarships to 12 students.

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