About the Ratner Endowments
Created with the intention of supporting bright, service-oriented students who are called to act, the Audrey G. Ratner Endowments are the result of a generous gift in honor of Audrey G. Ratner (BSEd '78), mother of Jennifer N. Pritzker (BA '79), Founder and President of the TAWANI Foundation. The TAWANI Foundation's commitment includes $3.5 million gift and a challenge to the Loyola community. Gifts in support of the Ratner Endowed Funds made through 2025 will be matched dollar for dollar by the foundation, up to $3.5 million.Ratner Endowment for Future Teachers
The Ratner Endowment for Future Teachers Scholarships support undergraduate and graduate scholarships to help students evolve as future educators while gaining experience in their field.
Ratner Endowment for ROTC Stipends and Scholarships
Loyola University Chicago is the proud home of the Rambler Battalion ROTC, which develops cadets who excel in their chosen field and academically. Inspired by her mother Audrey Ratner’s lifelong dedication to education, and her own experience in ROTC as a student, Col. Jennifer Pritzker established the Ratner Endowment for ROTC Scholarships and Stipends.
Ratner Endowment for Veterans Stipends and Scholarships
Your gift will fund scholarships and residential support to help student veterans with the successful transition from military service to college life and beyond. This fund provides scholarships and residential support to students who are veterans, children of veterans, or who have lost a parent in the line of duty.
Ratner Endowment for President's Innovation
The Ratner President’s Innovation Fund supports new and exciting initiatives at the discretion of the President’s Office.