University of Dayton Students Donated $16,250 to Charities
Student fund managers distributed grants to five local nonprofits serving the Miami Valley area.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Philanthropy
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University of Dayton students managing a $5.6 million investment fund have donated $16,250 to five local charitable organizations. The funds originated from investment fees generated by the student-led portfolio.
Why it matters
The program integrates investment management curriculum with community service to prepare students for careers. These donations provide supplemental funding to regional service providers working to address local needs.
Students managing $5.6 million in assets donated $3,250 to each of the five selected nonprofits. The total $16,250 disbursement was funded by 80% of the investment fees collected by the committee.
The players
University of Dayton
A private Catholic research university that integrates investment management coursework with community-focused philanthropic initiatives.
The Dayton Foundation
A community foundation that oversees the student-managed fund and supports regional charitable efforts.
The Artemis Center
A nonprofit organization that provides essential resources and support services to survivors of domestic violence in the Miami Valley.
The details
The student committee manages the portfolio by assigning members to five sector teams based on the S&P 500. Each team identifies a charitable partner for funding based on personal connections or perceived community needs, such as the support services provided by The Artemis Center for domestic violence survivors.
Timeline
The student investment partnership was established in 2019.
The donations were distributed in October 2026.
Market Landscape
This initiative follows the pattern set by the university-integrated investment management curriculum model by blending financial training with philanthropy. It positions the program as a leader in experiential learning by expanding student management of institutional assets.
Local residents benefit from the supplemental funding provided to essential service providers like The Artemis Center. The donations directly support survivor needs, including rent, groceries, and transportation costs.
The takeaway
The program demonstrates how academic investment management can translate into tangible community support. Students benefit from real-world financial decision-making while local charities receive necessary funding to continue their service missions.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts in the Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WKEF.
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