Alumni standing on a porch with a University of Maine banner

Ways to Give

Empower the Next Generation of UMF Students

At the University of Maine at Farmington, students thrive through hands-on learning, close faculty mentorship, and a strong sense of community.

Alumni generosity sustains this mission. Your support — whether today or through a planned gift — creates opportunity for students now and strengthens UMF for generations to come.

 

Aerial image of University of Maine Farmington Campus with sun setting over the mountains in the distance.

Give Now – Make an Immediate Impact

Your gift today directly supports scholarships, academic programs, and campus initiatives. Ways to Give:

One-Time Gift
 Make a single donation to the area that matters most to you.

Monthly Giving
 Provide steady, year-round support that helps students succeed and sustains UMF’s mission.

Digital Payment Options
 For added convenience, you may also give through:

  • Venmo
  • PayPal
  • Cash App Pay

Give Now
Alumni showing yearbook to student

Plan to Leave a Lasting Legacy

Planned giving is a powerful way to ensure future students benefit from the same transformative experience that shaped your time at UMF.

You can include UMF in your plans through:

  • A bequest in your will
  • Retirement account designation
  • Life insurance policy
  • Other estate planning options

Thoughtful planning today creates lasting impact, strengthens the Beaver spirit, and honors your personal UMF story.

To learn more, contact the UMF Ferro Alumni Center at umfalumni@maine.edu for a confidential conversation.

Front porch and door of Ferro Alumni Center with greenery and banner

The Kelsey Society

The Kelsey Society recognizes and honors alumni and friends who have made planned or deferred gifts to the University of Maine at Farmington.

Membership includes individuals who have:

  • Named UMF in their will
  • Designated UMF as an annuitant or remainderman of a charitable gift annuity
  • Named UMF as a beneficiary or owner of a life insurance policy
  • Established other planned gifts benefiting the university

Through their foresight and generosity, Kelsey Society members ensure that future generations of UMF students continue to thrive.

To learn more about joining the Kelsey Society or exploring planned giving options, contact the UMF Ferro Alumni Center at umfalumni@maine.edu for a confidential conversation.

Volunteer & Engage

Giving back isn’t only financial.

Alumni make a difference by:

    • Mentoring students
    • Attending campus events
    • Sharing professional expertise
    • Supporting recruitment efforts

Every hour matters. 

Make Your Impact

Whether through financial gifts or volunteering, your support ensures UMF students have the opportunities to succeed and thrive.

UMF Ferro Alumni Center
242 Main St
Farmington, ME 04938-1911
Give Now Contact Us