Impacts for the World

Stories of a greater future

Your generosity has sparked discoveries and made dreams come true at UC Davis. From supporting students and driving innovation to building healthier communities and advancing medical breakthroughs, every gift has made a lasting impact.

For biological sciences and memory research: Alumna gives $8m, endows deanship

For creativity: a UC Davis arts renaissance thanks to Maria Manetti Shrem

For sustainability: New center and research program with $50m from Wonderful philanthropists

For Pacific waters: Bodega Marine Lab protects ocean health in a warming world

For sustained excellence: Alumni donors give Department of African and African American Studies its first endowed chair

For veterinary health: Equine program expands with donated land

For pantries and professions: Students boosted by holistic support with $8m from alumni couple

For innovation: Diane Bryant Engineering Student Design Center opens

For food security: First-in-nation food truck offers students free meals

For student-athletes: Aggie teams get a hub for training and academic success

For global learning: Family establishes free passport fund to enable study abroad

For children in need: Donors establish foster-youth center offering comprehensive care

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