A country of 230 million people. A generational crisis in higher education. One institution changing the math — for women, for public school graduates, for first-generation families, for Pakistan's next generation of leaders. Your gift tonight is not charity. It is co-authorship.
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Economic return on every scholarship
87%
Of students receive financial support
90%
Employed or in advanced study within 12 months
$32M+
Financial aid disbursed
Choose where your impact begins
Gala Dinner — Individual Giving
HU Supporter
$500
General support, where needed.
(Includes admission for one person.)
HU Sponsor
$1,000
Financial aid support for a deserving student.
(Includes admission for you and one guest.)
HU Champion
$2,500
Champion a merit-based student's year at Habib with a partial scholarship covering up to 50% of their annual costs.
(Includes admission for you and four guests.)
HU Patron
$5,000
Support a high-need student for a full academic year with a partial scholarship of up to 80%.
(Includes a table for 10.)
HU Benefactor
$10,000
Cover one student's full-year scholarship — every tuition dollar, every semester.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
HU Visionary
$20,000
Place two students on full scholarships for a complete academic year. Double the doors you open.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
Major Gifts & Endowment
Named Scholarship Circle
$40,000
Support one student's complete four-year journey through a full named scholarship.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
Chancellor's Circle
$100,000
Endow undergraduate research support at Habib — the institution pursuing NECHE accreditation outside North America.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
Founder's Circle
$250,000
Establish a sustained intellectual home for a field of inquiry that matters to you.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
Legacy Scholarship Circle
$500,000
Create a named scholarship whose annual returns support deserving students permanently.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
President's Circle
$750,000
Establish a named endowed fund supporting multiple students per academic year, permanently.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
Chairman's Circle
$1,000,000
Name a space on Habib's campus — a classroom, a hall, a library wing — your legacy physically embedded in the institution.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
Lifetime Patron
$1,500,000
Endow a named assistant professorship — sustaining exceptional faculty talent at Habib in perpetuity.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
Distinguished Lifetime Patron
$2,000,000
Endow a full professorship or named academic chair — the highest expression of faculty excellence, permanently anchored to your legacy.
Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
University Founders Society
$2,500,000+
A physical legacy contribution. Your name permanently inscribed in Habib University's built environment and institutional memory.
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Payment: Lump sum, or up to 4 yearly installments.
(Includes a table for 10, with prime placement.)
For tailored giving arrangements
Jonathan Solari
All major gift structures, naming arrangements, and endowment designations are confirmed in direct consultation with HUFUS leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the relationship between Habib University and HUFUS?
Habib University is Pakistan's first private liberal arts university, committed to providing world-class education to deserving students through scholarships and financial aid. Habib University Foundation U.S. (HUFUS) is its U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) affiliate, enabling American donors to contribute with full tax deductibility.
Will I receive a tax receipt?
Yes. An e-receipt is issued to your registered email address upon every transaction. HUFUS is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity; contributions are deductible to the full extent permitted by law.
How do multi-year pledges work?
For gifts of $10,000 and above, you may fulfill your pledge as a lump sum or through installments over up to four years, as agreed with HUFUS. All installment schedules are confirmed in writing at the time of pledge.
What is a named gift?
A named gift permanently associates your name — or that of a loved one — with a scholarship, academic program, faculty position, or campus space. It is a lasting legacy linking your values to Habib University's mission.
What is the difference between annual giving and an endowment?
Annual giving funds immediate impact — a student's scholarship today. An endowment is a permanent capital gift: the principal is invested, and the annual returns sustain students or programs in perpetuity. Endowments require a minimum gift of $1,000,000.
What is the minimum to establish an endowment?
The minimum threshold to create an endowed fund at Habib University is $1,000,000. Below this level, multi-year pledges directed to specific giving purposes are the appropriate vehicle.
Can I designate my gift to a specific student profile or research area?
Yes. Donors may express preferences for student profile (e.g., public school background, first-generation, specific field of study) or research area. All designations are confirmed in consultation with the University to ensure alignment with academic priorities.
How does endowed undergraduate research support work?
Your contribution is invested as an endowment; the annual returns fund student research projects, faculty mentorship, and Habib's Summer Tehqiq Research Program — permanently, every year.
Will I receive updates on the impact of my gift?
Yes. All donors receive an annual impact report detailing how their contribution was deployed. Named scholarship donors also receive updates specific to the student or program they support.
How do I discuss a tailored or complex giving arrangement?
Contact Jonathan Solari, Development Coordinator, directly: jsolari@hufus.org | WhatsApp +1-920-728-6217.
How do I change or update my pledge or payment method?
Contact Jonathan Solari, Development Coordinator, at jsolari@hufus.org. Your request will be confirmed in writing.
What payment options are available for major gifts?
For gifts of $10,000 and above, HUFUS offers a full range of payment arrangements beyond credit card, including bank transfer (ACH and wire), check, and Donor Advised Fund distribution. To discuss the arrangement best suited to your situation, contact Jonathan Solari, Development Coordinator, at jsolari@hufus.org or WhatsApp +1-920-728-6217.
Can I send a check?
Yes. Checks are accepted for gifts of any size. Checks should be made payable to Habib University Foundation US Inc and mailed only to its registered address. Before sending, please contact Jonathan Solari at jsolari@hufus.org so that your gift is acknowledged with the appropriate documentation.
Can I give through my family office or private foundation?
Yes. HUFUS works with family offices, private foundations, and corporate foundations making structured major gifts. Whether through a formal grant, a multi-year pledge agreement, or a program-related structure, Jonathan Solari will guide the process from initial documentation through execution and reporting. Contact him at jsolari@hufus.org or WhatsApp +1-920-728-6217.
Does my employer match charitable contributions?
Many U.S. companies match employee charitable gifts dollar-for-dollar, or more, effectively doubling or tripling the impact of your contribution at no additional cost to you. Check with your employer's HR or corporate giving program. Jonathan Solari can supply any documentation your employer requires to process a matching gift. Contact him at jsolari@hufus.org.
