Why does the University of Idaho need private gifts?
Private investment support is extremely important to the University of Idaho particularly in these turbulent economic times as state support continues to decline. The state of Idaho takes great pride in the University of Idaho, the only land grant college in the nation established before the state it resides in, and provides as much support as it can. Approximately 35% of the total budget comes from the state’s general fund. Private support helps leverage the state, federal and research funds to allow the University of Idaho to provide exceptional teaching, learning and research opportunities.
