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Impart Your Legacy

Cornerstone Society

Like a cornerstone that provides strength and stability, planned gifts create a lasting foundation for generations of students to discover their purpose, grow in faith and make a meaningful impact.

In addition to the knowledge that you are helping MNU by encouraging others to follow your example, members of the Cornerstone Society receive the following benefits:

  • Knowledge that your gift makes a Christian education possible for MidAmerica students.
  • Private or public recognition at a special event.
  • A Nehemiah’s Wall statue for display in your home or office in honor of your commitment.
  • Inclusion of your name in our digital Cornerstone Honor Roll.

The Cornerstone Society recognizes those who extend that legacy by including MNU in their planned giving, helping ensure future students can experience Christ-centered education.

The Cornerstone Society presentation at the 2026 President's Honors Awards scholarship fundraising event, featuring banners of Cornerstone Society members over the event stage

Planned Giving Options

Build your legacy with intentional generosity to sustain the mission of MNU forever. Planned giving provides long-lasting support for MNU and our students and may impart financial benefits for you and your family.

Bequests

By including a gift in your will or trust, you can leave a lasting legacy while maintaining control of your assets during your lifetime.

Charitable Gift Annuity

A charitable gift annuity provides fixed payments for life while supporting MNU, with an immediate partial income tax deduction in the year of your gift.

Life Insurance

Create a lasting legacy through an asset you may no longer need or by making a relatively modest investment that results in a much larger future gift.

Retirement Planning

Naming a qualified nonprofit as the beneficiary of a traditional retirement plan maximizes impact while preserving other assets for your loved ones.

Charitable Remainder Trust

Turn appreciated assets, such as stock, into income. Ask us for a free illustration to see your potential income and tax savings.

Property and Real Estate

Gifts of homes, farms, or other property that transfer to MNU upon estate settlement while maintaining control of your assets during your lifetime.

Craft a Custom Gift Plan

There are many ways we can help fulfill your philanthropic goals while enjoying tax savings, income advantages, and long-term charitable support. By informing the university of your intention to make a deferred gift, you allow the university to prepare for the future and express our gratitude today. Contact us to create a plan that matches your passion for MNU with your charitable goals. If you have already included MNU in your estate plans or intend to do so, please take a moment to complete the Cornerstone Society membership form.

For more information, please contact our staff at foundation@mnu.edu or 913-971-3600.

Contact Us

2030 E. College Way
Olathe, KS 66062-1899

Development Team

Todd
Garrett
Vice President for University Advancement & Athletics
Christa
Jenkins
Associate Vice President
Melissa
Jackson
Executive Director of University Advancement Operations
Roger
Alexander
Director of Development
Eric
Bryant
Director of Development
Colleen
Mitchell
Director of Annual Fund & Special Projects
Pete
Brumbaugh
Executive Director of University Communications & Alumni Engagement