Why Giving Matters

Dark-haired man and woman, her head on his shoulder. “We are so passionate about UCLA, and our gift to establish a fellowship for graduate students has brought a renewed enthusiasm from us to the UCLA Anderson School of Management.” David Tracy ’90, ’94 MBA and Andrea Tracy ’90, Tracy Family Fellowship at UCLA Anderson

Woman with long dark hair and medium skin tones stands on a track, smiling with arms crossed. "Philanthropy has a huge impact on student-athletes, enabling our outstanding Bruins to receive the support they need to fulfill their incredible potential -- on the field, in the classroom and out in the world." Coach Joanna Hayes, The Sherie L. and Donald G. Morrison UCLA Director of Track & Field/Cross Country

Man with dark hair and mustache wears navy suit, blue shirt, and red tie while standing looking slightly down to camera and smiling with hands crossed; trees and a flagpole with the U.S. and California flags are in the background. "I give because I believe that it is crucial for those of us who value public higher education to step up however we can." Distinguished Professor Emeritus David O. Sears, Departments of Psychology and Political Science

Woman with braided hair pulled up into high bun. “I hope you know that when you invested in my education, you invested in my children, my community and my future, because I’m going to give it all back.” Tunette Powell, PhD ’20 Recipient of the Antonia H. Rostami Fellowship

Woman and a man in chairs on a stage, speaking to seated audience "The work we're doing at UCLA on treating depression has the potential to change millions of lives, and funding from supporters like Kevin Love empowers us to explore new theories, ideas and strategies." Dr. Michelle Craske, Kevin Love Fund Centennial Chair

Your gift makes a difference

UCLA students, faculty and staff unite talent with optimism to transform the world through new perspectives, collaborations and discoveries.

As a donor, you power this engine of positive change.

“Philanthropy has helped sustain UCLA as our nation’s No. 1 public university and ensures a future of tremendous promise for generations to come,” says Laura Lavado Parker, associate vice chancellor for Development. “Whether you’re an alumnus, a grateful patient, a friend, a student, or a member of our faculty and staff who gives, your generosity keeps us moving forward.”

Your gifts ignite innovation and expand opportunity. You help create new medical treatments; make a college degree more affordable; deliver legal aid and dental care to our most vulnerable neighbors; expand library holdings and archives for every kind of research imaginable; and enable athletes, artists, musicians and dancers to hone their crafts and inspire us all.

We’re grateful for your trust in UCLA. Your support for this leading public institution matters not only in Westwood or Los Angeles — it advances the greater good for California, our nation and the world.