UConn Gives Campaign Nets Record Donations

STORRS, CT — On April 21–22, 4,876 members of the University of Connecticut community came together to raise $7.1 million for UConn Gives, the University’s annual online, community-driven fundraising event and celebration of giving.

The 2026 two-day event broke records, securing the most dollars ever in its eight-year history. Ninety-five percent of gifts were for less than $1,000.

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"UConn Gives is the power of community in action. Once a year, alumni, parents, faculty and staff, patients, and friends come together, thousands strong, to support the programs that shaped them and invest in UConn Nation," said Amy Yancey, president and CEO of the UConn Foundation. "Gifts of every size combine for real impact across our campuses and directly support students. Thank you, UConn Nation. All we do is possible because of you."

Donors from all 50 states supported nearly 500 funds for student assistance, programs, schools, colleges, departments, clubs, student groups, and research areas, with $2.5 million directly supporting students.

More information can be found at:

• https://www.foundation.uconn.edu/uconn-foundation-feature-story/4876-uconn-donors-unite-to-raise-7-1m-in-two-days-of-community-powered-giving/