USM Foundation

Welcome to the
USM Foundation

Visionary leadership in philanthropy, asset management, and stewardship

Welcome to the
USM Foundation

Serving institutions within the University System of Maryland, regional higher education centers, and six community colleges.

Welcome to the
USM Foundation

Offering grants administration, gift administration, payroll services, investment management, and fund accounting services.

The University System of Maryland Foundation promotes, galvanizes, and supports the advancement of public higher education in Maryland through leadership and engagement in philanthropy, asset management, and stewardship. Learn More >

Marianne Horrigan named Interim Vice Chancellor for Advancement and Interim President and CEO of the USM Foundation

Marianne Horrigan, senior vice president for board relations, associate vice chancellor for advancement, and chief of staff, has been named interim vice chancellor for advancement and interim president and CEO of the USM Foundation.

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USM Foundation Elects Six New Directors

The University System of Maryland (USM) Foundation is proud to announce the election of six new members to its Board of Directors.

Carlton Arrendell, Hugh Breslin III, Steve Dubin, Mark Lewis, Paul Mandell, and Nicole Pollard were elected to the USM Foundation Board, effective July 1, 2025.

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Annual Report 2024

View our interactive annual report and download a PDF for printing.

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Sustainable Investing Inquiries and Process

See our frequently asked questions and download our Process for Inquiries Relating to Sustainable Investing.

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What We Do

The University System of Maryland Foundation offers grants administration, gift administration, payroll services, investment management, and fund accounting services. We maintain and support a database of alumni and development records that nine of our institutions use, as well as provide campaign and strategic fundraising leadership support and professional development.

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Give to USM

Consider donating to the institution of your choice. We offer ways to give to the USM Foundation through credit card, planned gifts, or gifts of stock.

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Whistleblower Policy

Should any person know or have a reasonable belief that persons associated with the Foundation plan to engage or have engaged in illegal or unethical conduct in connection with the finances or other aspect of the foundation’s operations, that person should immediately file a complaint with the Chief Audit Executive or the President and CEO of the Foundation.

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Our vision is to inspire a long-term, sustainable culture of philanthropy across the University System of Maryland. Serve as an indispensable resource and an effective partner for innovative solutions, best practices, and trusted advice that stimulates increased private support.

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