The MacDonald Scholars Program supports IU Bloomington undergraduates with a passion for civic engagement and a drive to create positive change in their communities and around the world. On campus, MacDonald Scholars connect with supportive staff members, community leaders, and one another through unique engagement opportunities. Scholars make a difference by completing a minimum of 280 hours of meaningful service every year in Bloomington and their home communities.

The MacDonald Scholars Program endowment at IU Bloomington was established in 2016 through the generosity of IU alumnus Scott MacDonald. Despite having worked his way through college, including every semester and summer break, MacDonald graduated with student loan debt. He eventually paid off his loans and embarked on a successful career. Later, he felt the desire to "pay it forward" by helping students who, without his help, would incur significant debt from university studies.

If you would like to give to the endowed account that supports this program, please visit the page for the MacDonald Scholars Program Fund and make your gift there.

Thank you for supporting the next generation of leaders and difference-makers!

Please note, the name and purpose of the fund displayed on this page constitute the authorized description of the fund by the Indiana University Foundation, Inc. Your gift supports the fund as described herein.