University of Utah Advancement

The Office of Advancement works to generate engagement and philanthropic support to advance the University of Utah’s priorities.

About Us

Our vision is to be a top 10 public advancement organization and a premier place to work, engage, and support.

 

The Office of Advancement is a combined unit serving the University of Utah’s main campus, University of Utah Health, and numerous affiliated organizations and institutions.

 

Our community of alumni, family, friends, and institutions share a singular passion: We believe in the essential role of the U to advance knowledge and create meaningful change at home and throughout the world.

 

Together, we amplify one another’s ability to expand our understanding of the world, improve the quality of life, and elevate future generations. We invite you to use this site to discover opportunities to support our mission and see the evidence of your impact.

 
 

What cause is close to your heart?
What change in the world do you want to see?
What do you love?
Whatever it is, chances are we’re working on it.
 
Thank you for helping us to make a difference.
 
 
 

 
 
 

Our Values

 
 

Belonging

  • We are a safe community for our best selves;
  • We honor and embrace our varied experiences;
  • We connect with, listen to, and learn from one another.

 

Collaboration

  • We are one advancement community, and we partner with each other;
  • We are united in decision-making processes and information sharing;
  • We respect and utilize one another’s expertise, talent, and skills.

 

Empowerment

  • We are entrusted to make informed decisions and move forward;
  • We encourage and advocate for ourselves and one another;
  • We have access to resources for professional growth and development.

 

Integrity

  • We commit to follow professional and ethical standards;
  • We respect personal values;
  • We communicate with transparency and accountability.

 
 
 
 
 

Leadership

 
 


 

Heidi Woodbury

Vice President for University Advancement
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Jerome Davies

Chief Philanthropy Officer, University of Utah
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Kris Bosman

Chief Alumni Relations Officer
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Dhiraj Chand

Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer, Principal Gifts
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Daniel Hadley

Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer, Operations
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Paul Majnik

Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer, Advancement Services
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Claire Martinez

Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer, Donor Relations
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Careers

 
 

When you join the Office of Advancement, you become part of a team committed to making the University of Utah a top-10 public university with unsurpassed societal impact.


We are committed to building a campus community together where you know U belong. We encourage people from multiple backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences to join our team. We affirm the University of Utah’s philosophy of Celebrating U Completely, which aims to promote the positive contributions of every student, faculty, trainee, and staff person at the U—and highlight the varied and valuable perspectives, talents, and skills that add to the dynamic and inspiring culture of the university.
 
By affirming our differences, acknowledging our challenges, and rooting ourselves in our shared humanity we will move forward as one university community that fosters a welcoming campus climate where every individual knows they belong.

Who is calling me?

University of Utah Marketing head shots for development and call center photos on the campus of The University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah Thursday Feb. 25, 2016. (August Miller)

University of Utah students at the Student Philanthropy and Engagement Center (SPEC) show our school pride by making connections on and off campus. From the Advancement Office, located in the John and Maria Price Theatre Arts Building on campus, we make outbound calls to update records (Update Yours Here), build relationships, share campus updates, and ask for philanthropic support to causes and projects at the U. Our team of sixty student callers enable alumni, donors, parents, and friends of the university community to make a difference anywhere at the U that they are passionate about.
 
Because the University of Utah receives only a small portion of its budget from the State, other sources of revenue including tuition, grants, and private gifts are critical in bridging the gap. Individual gifts quickly add up and make an impact on the high-quality education with distinguished faculty and a signature Utah student experience.

Answering a SPEC student call is an opportunity to make a difference for students, research, health care, the arts, and the greater University of Utah and University of Utah Health community.

FAQ

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Contact Us

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Our Mailing Address

University of Utah Office of Advancement
P.O. Box 58006
Salt Lake City, UT 84158

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By Phone

 

Past Gifts or Receipts

Please contact Gift Services
ugive@admin.utah.edu | 801-581-3720
 
 

Endowments, Gift Agreements, Events, or Parking passes

Please contact Donor Relations
dr@utah.edu | 801-585-0740
 
 

Scholarship Giving

Please contact Student Support
801-913-5563
 
 

Estate/Legacy Giving

Please contact Legacy Giving
Tell Us About Your Legacy Gift | legacygiving@utah.edu | 801-581-6824
 
 


 

Other Questions or Topics

 
Please contact our Main Office
Phone: 801-581-6825 | Toll-free: 800-716-0377 | Fax: 801-585-5132

University Advancement
The University of Utah
332 South 1400 East, Suite 160 (Bldg. 73)
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
 
 


 

Our Zero Policy Statement

 
The Office of University Advancement is committed to providing an environment that respects the intrinsic worth and dignity of each individual in its community. In support of this commitment and in accordance with the values and policies set forth by the University of Utah, the Office of University Advancement pledges to foster a safe and respectful environment. This includes any situation in which University Advancement employees may be engaged in the execution of their professional roles, regardless of location or occasion. University Advancement leadership holds employees to these high standards; similarly, donors, alums, vendors, and other friends of the U are expected to comply when interacting with staff or volunteers. The following is a non-exhaustive list of behaviors that will not be tolerated; incidents in violation of this statement will be met with a prompt and firm response.
 

  • Sexual harassment
  • Sexual Violence
  • Discriminatory or unsafe behaviors or statements targeting members based on a protected status: race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.