Clarion University Foundation, Inc. organized in 1969, is a not-for-profit corporation and charitable organization of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Foundation is further described as a tax-exempt charity by section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
As reflected in its articles of incorporation, the Foundation was formed to "promote educational purposes in connection with or at the request of Clarion University." Designated by action of the University Council of Trustees, the Foundation is the organization designated to receive and manage private sector gifts provided for support of the activities and programs of the university. The operation of the Foundation, establishment of policies, acquisition of resources, stewardship of assets and management of endowment funds are directed by the Board of Directors of the Foundation and are carried out by the Foundation Staff.
The Foundation accepts gifts in many forms, including cash, in-kind gifts of property, securities, and insurance. In addition, the Foundation is able to assist in arrangements for acquiring long-term planned gifts. Sources of gifts include alumni, retirees, employees, parents, business, foundations, corporation and friends.
The Foundation Board
The Board of Directors of the Clarion University Foundation is composed of alumni and University friends who are elected to serve three-year terms. Board members include a wide range of successful, experienced business professionals and educators.
Active participation is required; board members from Pennsylvania and across the nation attend quarterly meetings in person or by telephone and videoconference.
The foundation board includes Finance, Audit and Investment committees that closely monitor performance and compliance. In addition to the quarterly board meetings, these committees meet quarterly and maintain active liaison with the Executive Committee and financial advisers.
Foundation Board of Directors
Ms. Jane K. France '71
President
Pittsburgh, PA
Mr. Tom K. Bowman '77
Treasurer
Columbia, MD
Mr. Mark R. Demich '79
President Elect
New York, NY
Mr. Scott E. Burns
Vice President
Clarion, PA
Ms. Carol Truscott '79
Secretary
Clarion, PA
Members
Mr. Christian L. Allison
Pittsburgh, PA
Mr. Paul D. Palmer '61
Allison Park, PA
Ms. Theresa A. Edder '91, '05G
Shippenville, PA
Maj. Gen. Peter J. Talleri '79
Southpointe, PA
Ms. Patrice D'Eramo
Ellicott City, MD
Mr. Jeremy Young
Sewickley, PA
Mr. Keith Kochert
Pittsburgh, PA
Mr. Gary V. Cardamone '88
Winter Park, FL
Ms. Lindsay Banner Cigole
Irving, TX
Ex-Officio Members
Dr. Jon Anderson
PennWest
President
Mr. John P. Zacherl '90, '09G
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
Controller
Assistant Treasurer
Mr. James M. Geiger
PennWest
VP of Advancement
Clarion Campus Administrator
Mr. Max R. Smith
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
Executive Director
Ms. Desiree N. Beck
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
Administrative Assistant
Assistant Secretary
Contact the Foundation
For more information about the Clarion University Foundation, contact the executive director.
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