Giving to Detroit Mercy
Why Give?
enriching many of our academic programs and enhancing the experience of all our students.
Bridge Campaign
New enhancements planned for the McNichols and Riverfront Campuses will make the University even more attractive to high-achieving students who want a Jesuit- and Mercy-inspired education.
It's Easy to Give
- Online: It's easy and secure to give one-time and recurring gifts to Detroit Mercy.
Donate specifically to:
- By Phone: You can make your gift via credit card by calling University Advancement at 313-993-1286.
- By Check: Please make your check payable to University of Detroit Mercy, and mail to University of Detroit Mercy
Office of University Advancement
4001 W. McNichols Rd.
Detroit, MI 48221 - Find forms and information for bequests, gifts of stock, or payroll deductions here.
- Matching Gift: Check to see if your gift can be matched by your employer.
The Fund for Detroit Mercy
Gifts to the University of Detroit Mercy not only impact the lives of our current students, they are also an investment in the future.
Planned Giving
When you plan a gift to support Detroit Mercy, you are helping us create opportunities for students who will lead and serve in their communities.
Corporate and Foundation Relations
We match Detroit Mercy's strengths and priorities with private funders’ interests in research, academics and outreach, and we partner with the corporate community to advance both the objectives of industry and the mission of the University.
Faculty and Staff Giving
A financially strong Detroit Mercy leads to more funding sources. Your gift, no matter the size, makes a powerful statement — your participation is what matters most.
Faculty and Staff Fundraising
Partnering with the Annual Giving office of University Advancement on fundraising projects offers an advantage in amplifying your impact.
Major estate gift supports University programming
In early 2023, Detroit Mercy was informed by the lawyer for the estate of Bernard Lucci ’64 that the University was the recipient of a bequest from their client’s will. “We knew that the gift was coming,” said Barbara Milbauer ’66, of the Office of Planned Giving. “What we didn’t …
Foundation inspires UDM students with trip to Lourdes 
In May 2023, shortly before she graduated from Detroit Mercy with a Nursing degree from, Allison Molloy ’23 received a scholarship to go on a spiritual journey. She had no idea how much of an impact it would have on her. The Our Lady of Lourdes Pilgrimage Charitable Fund is …