The generosity of major benefactors, corporations, foundations faculty, staff, parents, alumni and friends has provided the University with numerous educational advantages. These gifts provide scholarships and grants for research and funded visiting lecturers, cultural events and campus development programs. Current students see an immediate and profound impact of every gift made, when combined with others, because gifts provide support for scholarships, research opportunities, technology upgrades, and so much more. Gifts to Salisbury University also benefit the community because of how involved students, employees, and alumni are in local activities and businesses.