Accelerating UMass Amherst with the Power of Philanthropy
The world is searching for solutions.
UMass is leading the way.
You can make a difference by supporting any aspect of a UMass Amherst education that is meaningful to you.
Mark your calendar!
Join alumni, families, and friends for Homecoming on October 9–10, 2026.
Two days of fall, friends, and unmistakable UMass pride.
Transforming the Future
A visionary educator and archaeologist, Caroline Horvitz challenged students to think deeply and engage fully. A $1.5 million gift now honors her legacy, expanding access to archaeology and inspiring future generations at UMass Amherst.
Chuck and MaryAnn Sherwood Make $1 Million Gift to UMass Hockey Excellence Endowment
Longtime supporters of the university with deep personal ties to UMass and its athletic tradition, the Sherwoods have made a gift that reflects their belief in the power of athletics and their family’s lifelong connection to hockey.
You made a difference
Over the course of UMassGives—our annual two-day, online giving campaign—the UMass community supported over 350 departments, student groups, centers, and programs across campus and beyond!
A Milestone Powered by Donor Support
Donor generosity has propelled the Accelerate campaign past $600 million raised, strengthening scholarships, research, and academic excellence across the university. Read how this collective investment is already making a difference—and what comes next.
Stories of Impact
JULY 20, 2026
Leadership through Partnership
Dr. Ken and Margie ’76 PhD Blanchard used their experiences at UMass Amherst to establish an internationally renowned management and leadership training firm.
JULY 9, 2026
Alumna Supports the Next Generation of Microbiology Students
A UMass Amherst alumna established a scholarship to support the Department of Microbiology.
JULY 21, 2026
Grief led Kymberly S. Newberry ’22 MA, ’24 PhD back to art, where she found a calling as a curator, scholar, and educator.
Your generosity at work
See how your generosity shapes a better future for UMass Amherst in the 2025 Generosity Highlights report showcasing how donor support expands student opportunities, fuels innovation, and drives research that tackles society’s biggest challenges.
“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.