To inspire Brandeis alumni and friends to follow their generous lead, Boston community leaders Liz and George Krupp have launched the Krupp Scholarship Challenge – a fundraising effort through which the Krupps will contribute $1 for every $2 raised to support undergraduate scholarships in the arts and humanities.

The largest scholarship challenge in Brandeis history, the Krupp Scholarship Challenge seeks to raise $3 million to meet the University’s greatest need – financial aid for undergraduate students. Despite these difficult financial times, Brandeis is committed to ensuring that no student will be forced to leave for lack of scholarship support (view a brief video featuring Brandeis students and highlighting the power of scholarships).

 Liz has played an active role with the Women’s Division of Combined Jewish Philanthropies and has served as a board member of the American Repertory Theater, Boston Ballet, Museum of Fine Arts, and Israel Museum.

George, co-chair of Berkshire Property Advisors, has served on volunteer boards throughout Greater Boston, including Combined Jewish Philanthropies, Gann Academy, and Boston Symphony Orchestra.

“Because of the important role that Brandeis plays in the Jewish community and in the world of American higher education, we felt the need to step forward to help the University at this critical time in its history,” Liz and George said.

“We thank Liz and George for their support of Brandeis,” said Brandeis President Jehuda Reinharz, PhD ’72. “The Krupp Scholarship Challenge will allow Brandeis to continue to educate the brightest students without regard to their financial need. I know Brandeis alumni, friends, parents, and members of the Brandeis National Committee will meet this Challenge.”

The first goal of the Challenge was reached -- to raise $250,000 in new and increased gifts for scholarships by June 30 (both current use and endowed gifts are eligible for the match). Since the target was reached, the Krupps contributed $125,000 for a total of $375,000.

“The Krupp Scholarship Challenge gives Brandeis supporters the opportunity to make their gifts go further,” said Nancy Winship, P ’10, P ’12, senior vice president of institutional advancement. “For instance, a gift of $100 will provide $150 of scholarship support to our students.”

Donors making gifts eligible for the Krupp Scholarship Challenge match by June 30 will be recognized in the annual Honor Roll of donors.

To make your gift to the Krupp Scholarship Challenge, visit the University’s secure online giving site.