The School of Social Work's Office of Development and Alumni Relations works with alumni and friends of the school to create a thriving community that supports social work students and education at Wayne State through advocacy, volunteerism, mentorship and giving.  

Social workers understand the importance of individuals giving back to their communities. This understanding is evident by the thousands of donated scholarship dollars from our many alumni and friends awarded to deserving students each year. We are humbled and appreciative of every gift from these amazing people who are making a difference in their communities and giving back in support of their alma mater.

Alumni and donors making an impact
 

• Social Work Alumna Models "Service First" Values with Endowed Scholarship

• School of Social Work receives largest-ever donation, will establish scholarship named for donor

• Sabry M. Attia Endowed Support Fund created at Wayne State School of Social Work

• The Virginia Baumgartner-King Family and Wayne State: Education Empowers Women, Transforms Lives

Give to the School of Social Work

The School of Social Work is eager to continue its tradition of excellence in social work education, practice, training, research and scholarship as it brings together faculty, staff and students to address complex problems, promote social justice and foster overall well-being through engaged teaching, research and partnership within an urban and global context.

The School of Social Work aims to provide every student with access to the tools and resources they need to launch fulfilling, impactful careers. Access to resources and financial support is critical for many students as they strive to earn their degrees. Approximately 84 percent of Wayne State students rely on some form of financial aid, which is why the support of alumni, faculty and friends makes such a tremendous impact.

Ways to Give

• Make a gift directly to the School of Social Work online.
• Send checks made payable to:
  
  Office of Development and Alumni Relations
  School of Social Work
  5447 Woodward Avenue Suite 283
  Detroit, MI 48202
   
• Commit to an annual gift, supporting scholarships, student programs, academic initiatives and groundbreaking research.
• Establish your own named scholarship in the School of Social Work.
• Make a planned gift in a way that works best for you.
• Organize a gift from your business or organization to support the School of Social Work .

Learn about more ways to give and invest in social work students and programs at Wayne State.