Accelerating UMass Amherst with the Power of Philanthropy
The mission of the UMass Amherst Foundation (UMAF) is to support private fundraising on behalf of the faculty, students, and facilities of the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Overwhelming Support Leads to Historic UMassGives 2024
More than 10,000 ambassadors came together on April 24 and 25 to inspire great achievement and happiness across UMass Amherst through UMassGives 2024.
Stories of Impact
MARCH 28, 2024
Donors like Vanessa Cieslak ’76 who make annual gifts every year are the bedrock of UMass Amherst’s strength.
MARCH 28, 2024
Representatives from the International Programs Office and the UMass Amherst Foundation travelled to India to meet with admitted students, their families, and other friends of the university.
MARCH 28, 2024
At the Women for UMass Amherst (WFUM) Conversations with Women of UMass event, successful alumnae shared how they built their careers and help others secure a seat at the table.
“UMass Amherst donor scholarships have given me the means and independence to unapologetically pursue my dreams …[and have] allowed me to work impactful unpaid internships which have guided my educational path and given me meaningful global connections.”
— AJIJOLAOLUWA “JOLE” LAGUDA ’23
We’re Hiring
The UMAF is growing and we’re looking for team members who believe in our mission to propel UMass Amherst even further.