Discover what the Our Time to Lead comprehensive campaign means to our students and employees.

Campaign Impact

It’s for the Students

The Our Time to Lead comprehensive campaign is focused on what matters most—our students. Every outcome will help improve students’ experiences, education, and opportunities.

Progress Goal ($100M)
84.5%

Ben Theiler

Junior, elementary education

I feel really prepared to start my career because Doane got us into the classroom early. Getting a feel for the grades that I’ll be teaching has set me up for success in the future.

Ben Theiler

Hear From the People Impacted

Discover the stories of our students, faculty, and staff, and learn how much the Our Time to Lead comprehensive campaign means to them.

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Student Stories

Learn how Doane University students from all walks of life will benefit from the Our Time to Lead comprehensive campaign through stories and videos.

Staff and Faculty Stories

This campaign will enable us to retain our amazing team and add new industry leaders to our staff and faculty rosters. Learn how these new resources will improve the already incredible Doane University experience.

Doane Interview

Stories like these would not be possible without generous contributions from our donors. Help continue 150 years of academic excellence, history, and tradition with a gift.

Gifts Create Real Opportunities

Every contribution to the Our Time to Lead comprehensive campaign will be used to make real, tangible improvements in how we serve our students. The links below will help you learn more about the campaign’s opportunities.
College Graduation Ceremony Diploma Award
Build Doane’s Academic Excellence

Investing in faculty and professional staff will help Doane attract, retain, and serve the best students.

Doane Vocal Festival Singer On Stage
Enhance the Crete Campus Experience

Crucial updates are needed to our historic campus. We must add spaces for education and more.

College Classroom Discussion
Non-Residential Experience Upgrade

Facility updates, technology improvements, scholarship offerings, and student support services are critical.

College Students Group Discussion
Build a Technology Park
Build student’s experience with real-world application in engineering and business jobs from the community.
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Grow the University Endowment

Help fund the day-to-day operations critical to Doane achieving its mission, vision, purpose, and values.Help fund the day-to-day operations critical to Doane achieving its mission, vision, purpose, and values.

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Ready to Make an Impact?

Your support can transform the future of Doane University. Whether you’re interested in funding a scholarship, supporting a campus enhancement, or learning more about giving opportunities, our Advancement Office is here to help.

Contact us today to explore how you can be part of the Our Time to Lead campaign and leave a lasting legacy at Doane.
advancement@doane.edu
(402) 826-8258

Ways to Give Your Support

While financial contributions are beneficial, you can also support Doane University and the campaign in other ways. Discover which one fits best for you!

Ready to help Doane lead by making your gift? Use our secure online giving platform below!

You may also email us or call us about your intended gift.

Together, we’ll help Doane lead the way and continue its more than 150-year tradition of academic excellence!

Upcoming Events

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