Clifton M. Smart III University Advancement Center construction
Creating Philanthropic resources for Missouri State University

Missouri State Foundation

The mission of the Missouri State University Foundation is to unite with passionate supporters and donors of the university in pursuit of its goals and priorities, and to create significant philanthropic resources for the university, its students, faculty and staff, while serving as a responsible steward of those resources.
A reddish-brown toned collage centered around a dark grey Route 66-style shield logo, featuring a maroon bear mascot and text "Mo State's Official Route 66 Parade Pre Party." Surrounding scenes include a classic car parade, a girl in pink heart sunglasses eating pink cotton candy, a child getting their face painted like a tiger, a smiling woman holding a penguin balloon animal, small American flags, a "ROUTE 66" road marking, and two hot dogs with toppings.
Get Your Kicks
Bring the whole family and gather with friends and neighbors to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial and gather together before the "Celebrate History on Route 66 Parade."
Be part of something sweet
It's your chance for the Clifton M. Smart III University Advancement Center to "bear" your name. Treat your honey, your MO State grad, your cubs or anyone in your den with a honeycomb plaque. Honeycombs purchased by July will be installed when the Advancement Center opens in November.
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Foundation news
The Missouri State University Foundation announced more than $12.5 million in new gifts during its annual Board of Trustees meeting on Nov. 13. The gifts from both individuals and businesses support student scholarships, Mo State athletics, construction of the Clifton M. Smart III University Advancement Center and other programs and areas at Missouri State. 
Foundation news
The Missouri State University Foundation Board of Trustees has concluded its spring meeting at the Darr Agricultural Center. These dedicated members came together with a shared purpose to guide and support initiatives that lead to transformative change at Missouri State.
Rendering of new University Advancement Center
Foundation news
Missouri State University has officially broken ground on the new Clifton M. Smart III University Advancement Center. The ceremony, held on the northwest corner of National Avenue and Bear Boulevard, marks the beginning of a project that promises to play a major role in the university’s future. It is expected to open in fall 2026.
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Missouri State University Foundation
The total comprises separate gifts from alumni and friends.

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