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Concordia’s endowment is the foundation that strengthens CSP and equips us to serve a diverse and growing community of students. It provides a lasting, dependable source of support that sustains our mission as we expand opportunities for even more learners. Most importantly, the endowment plays a vital role in keeping a CSP education accessible and affordable for every student who feels called here.

Concordia St. Paul Endowments

Curious about the many endowments that shape the future of Concordia University, St. Paul? Use the custom search filters below to explore and find a fund that speaks to your heart. Each endowment, created through the generosity of faithful donors, opens doors for students to pursue an affordable, Christ-centered education and build lives of purpose and impact.

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  • Concordia Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Anonymous Donor

    Concordia Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Anonymous Donor

    Date Established:

    June 6, 1905

  • Darlene (JC, ’55) and Ernest Johnson Endowed Scholarship

    Established by:

    Andrew & Jennifer Johnson

    Darlene (JC, ’55) and Ernest Johnson Endowed Scholarship

    Established by:

    Andrew & Jennifer Johnson

    Date Established:

    May 19, 2023

    Concordia St. Paul, at its discretion, will award scholarship funds according to the university’s approved spending policy to students enrolled at CSP who are pursuing a degree in a church work program. Preference will be given to students who are pursuing a degree as a Director of Christian Outreach.

  • Darsow Family Scholarship Endowment Fund

    Established by:

    Donovan & Beverly Darsow

    Darsow Family Scholarship Endowment Fund

    Established by:

    Donovan & Beverly Darsow

    Date Established:

    November 14, 2020

    Concordia, St. Paul, at its discretion, will award scholarship funds according to the university’s approved spending policy to students enrolled at CSP who are pursuing a degree in a church-work program.

  • Darwin and Mary (Grimm) Bettmann Endowed Scholarship

    Established by:

    Mary & Darwin Bettmann

    Darwin and Mary (Grimm) Bettmann Endowed Scholarship

    Established by:

    Mary & Darwin Bettmann

    Date Established:

    February 5, 2013

    The Donors prefer that funds be distributed to full-time students pursuing a degree in education with the intent of becoming a Lutheran Classroom Teacher. B) In the event there is a lack of need for the above provision, funds will be awarded to full-time students at Concordia University, St. Paul with general financial aid needs.

  • David Aasved Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Bill Pieper & Roxanne Cline

    David Aasved Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Bill Pieper & Roxanne Cline

    Date Established:

    October 3, 1978

    The income is to be used for scholarships for students preparing for church work.

  • DCE Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Dr. Steven Arnold

    DCE Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Dr. Steven Arnold

    Date Established:

    November 19, 1999

    The income is to be used for a fifth year student with financial need in the DCE Program who has shown leadership in the parish and on campus. The student is to be nominated by others.

  • Dean and Susan Kopperud DCE Scholarship Fund

    Established by:

    Dean & Sue Kopperud

    Dean and Susan Kopperud DCE Scholarship Fund

    Established by:

    Dean & Sue Kopperud

    Date Established:

    December 20, 2013

    The University, at its discretion, will award funds according to the university’s approved spending policy to students enrolled at the university. Amounts distributed from the endowment pursuant to Concordia University policy shall be used to provide scholarships based on financial need to students who are enrolled at Concordia with preference given to students in the Director of Christian Educations program who plan on entering the ministry upon graduation. Any of the unused earning will be reinvested in accordance with investment policies determined by the Board of Regents, from time to time.

  • Della Wolf Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Dr. Della Wolf

    Della Wolf Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Dr. Della Wolf

    Date Established:

    October 4, 1974

    The income is to be used for scholarships for full-time church work majors.

  • Dennis Getzlaff Memorial Scholarship Fund

    Established by:

    Dennis Getzlaff Family

    Dennis Getzlaff Memorial Scholarship Fund

    Established by:

    Dennis Getzlaff Family

    Date Established:

    October 29, 2002

    Amounts distributed from the Fund pursuant to Concordia University spending policy shall be distributed annually as scholarships for student athletes who meet the following criteria: maintain a 3.2 GPA or greater, hold a class standing of junior or sophomore, have completed at least one academic year at the university and are not receiving full tuition reimbursement from other sources. If no eligible candidate(s) exists in any year, the University shall make awards in keeping with the “spirit” of the Fund.

  • Don and Leone Erickson Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Trinity Lutheran of Lake Johanna

    Don and Leone Erickson Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Trinity Lutheran of Lake Johanna

    Date Established:

    May 17, 2000

    The income is to be used for scholarships for students enrolled in a church work program, preferably teacher, with first priority given to students from Trinity Lutheran Church of Lake Johanna in Arden Hills, MN.

  • Dr. and Mrs. Henry Werling Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Henry & Lillian Werling

    Dr. and Mrs. Henry Werling Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Henry & Lillian Werling

    Date Established:

    January 31, 1992

    The income is to be used for scholarships for students with preference given to students enrolled in social science programs leading to full-time professional ministry in the LCMS.

  • Dr. and Mrs. Leon Titus Band Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Dr. Leon & Irene Titus

    Dr. and Mrs. Leon Titus Band Scholarship Endowment

    Established by:

    Dr. Leon & Irene Titus

    Date Established:

    May 14, 1984

    The income is to be used for a scholarship for a student who is an active band member.