Frequently Asked Questions

The Clark Fund is the University’s annual fund, which provides financial support to all areas across our institution that enhance the Clark experience. During the 2022-2023 academic year, The Clark Fund — with support from alumni, past and current parents, friends, students, faculty, and staff — provided nearly $2.8 million in unrestricted support to financial aid and scholarships, athletics and student activities, research and internships, the Goddard Library, diversity and inclusion work, and other key areas across campus.

Gifts to Clark are tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

Clark University is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our EIN number is 04-2111203.

Clark’s fiscal year is June 1 to May 31.

All contributions to The Clark Fund are deemed current use, meaning that they are used immediately to enhance our student experience and support our esteemed faculty through (but not limited to):

• Financial aid and scholarships
• Research and internships
• Diversity and inclusion
• Athletics and student activities
• Clark libraries

We can provide copies of your gift receipt at any time. Please email clarkfund@clarku.edu or call 508-793-7331 if you need a copy.