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Giving to REEEC

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Ways to Give

REEEC benefits from the generosity of people like you, who share our commitment to understanding and promoting knowledge about Russia, Eastern Europe, and Eurasia.

Without the support of alumni and friends, the Center could not provide educational, research, and public service programs at the standard of excellence required of a U.S. Department of Education National Resource Center. State funding accounts for less than 10 percent of the Center’s total budget. Most funding comes from federal and private foundation grants. Your gift thus makes the difference between a good program and an outstanding one. We greatly appreciate all contributions, no matter their size. Please see below for a list of “Ways to Give.”

How to Make Your Gift

To make a gift online, simply enter the amount for the funds you wish to support on the form below. After confirming the amount, click on the "Continue Donation" button. You will be redirected to the University of Illinois Foundation’s secure Online Giving site for your personal and credit card information. Alternatively, you may use a printable form (Contribute by Mail).

Matching Gifts—An Easy Way to Double or Triple Your Donation

Many companies will match, or even double or triple your gift. Simply request and complete the Matching Gift Form from your company’s Human Resources Office and then mail it together with your gift check. See if your company has a matching gift program.

Giving to REEEC

  • Yaro Skalnik Student Essay Award

    To reward excellence in undergraduate and graduate work on Eastern and Central Europe and the former Soviet Union with an annual award of $100 for the undergraduate prize and $200 for the graduate prize.

  • Graduate Student Research Fund

    Resources to support graduate students pursuing study or research abroad in Russia, Eastern Europe, or Eurasia.

  • Ralph and Ruth Fisher Endowment

    Income from the Fund supports activities in honor of Ralph and Ruth Fisher: the Summer Research Laboratory (SRL); the Fisher Forum; the dissertation award; graduate student research travel; and general support of the Center.

  • SRL Endowment

    An investment in the future of the Summer Research Laboratory should external funding cease. The Center can call upon the principal and/or income to provide for operational and program expenses.

  • Ralph and Ruth Fisher Forum

    A conference in honor of Ralph and Ruth Fisher held annually during the REEEC Summer Research Laboratory. The conference is cross-disciplinary and targets topics and approaches at the “cutting edge” of current research.

  • Ukrainian Studies Program

    For programs and activities related to the advancement of Ukrainian Studies.

  • Balkanalia

    Funds to assist with equipment, activity, and program expenses related to the University of Illinois Balkan Music Ensemble. In gratitude for your donation, Balkanalia will send you a gift of one or more CDs featuring selections from their favorite live performances (up to $10, 1 CD; $10-20, 2 CDs; $30 or more, 3 CDs). To request your CD gift, please visit Balkanalia CDs. Include your name, address, and the CD volume number(s)(I, II, or III) that you prefer. For descriptions of available CD titles go to the Balkanalia webpage (coming soon).

  • To make a gift, click on the "Continue" button below. You will be directed to the University of Illinois Foundation’s secure online giving site for your personal and credit card information. To clear all inputs and selections click "Start over."