Santa Clara University

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Alumni giving goal is 75 percent

Alumni involvement is key to the success of the University's $350 million fund-raising drive, says Heidi (LeBaron) Leupp '84, co-chair of The Campaign for Santa Clara and president of SCU's national Alumni Association.

Heidi (LeBaron) Leupp '84 encourages alumni to participate in The Campaign for Santa Clara.

"My approach isn't about the dollar amount that alumni give, but about participation," Leupp says.

The goal for alumni participation during the life of the campaign (from July 1, 1999 to June 30, 2006) is 75 percent.

"That's the most aggressive goal we've ever had," Leupp says. "We're not just going after big donations, however. We're asking alumni for any donation-whether it's five dollars or $5 million. What's important is taking the time to respond to the campaign."

Leupp says now is a good time for people who may not have considered a donation to "look at the initiatives that are part of the campaign," such as scholarships, a new library, and support for athletics. "There are such a breadth of opportunities in this campaign," Leupp adds. "Now is the time to get involved because of all the wonderful plans that the University has."