Every gift, no matter the amount, enables us to make an even bigger impact. Through the annual giving program, you can join 35,000 donors who support UC Davis each year. These tax-deductible gifts (which average $200 annually) are some of the most meaningful we receive. Why? It’s not just because they help advance a wide range of programs and initiatives. It’s because they inspire others to give: they uphold the Aggie spirit of service that defines our university and drives us to make it even greater.
The two gift-receiving entities at UC Davis—the UC Davis Foundation and the Regents of the University of California—are both qualified charities that offer donors tax benefits to the full extent of the law. Your annual gift will qualify for a tax deduction in accordance with IRS regulations during the calendar year that you make your gift.
If you have questions for our Annual and Special Gifts Program team, please call 530-754-1100.
Davis Chancellor’s Club
The Chancellor’s Club is a society of donors who give more than $1,000 each year to any area of campus.
Learn more about Davis Chancellor’s Club
Annual Fund
These unrestricted contributions provide the chancellor with a crucial funding source for emerging opportunities and pressing needs.
Learn more about the Annual Fund
Parents Fund
Your donations enrich the educational experience of our students, by providing flexible funding to support the university.
Learn more about the Parents Fund
Give Day
UC Davis Give Day is an annual online and on-campus philanthropic event that coincides with Picnic Day each April. Raising over $4.1 million in 2024, Give Day has become a flagship philanthropic event because it brings together donors from all areas of campus. Donors who provide challenge gifts always inspire many new donors to participate.
Employee Giving
Give to a UC Davis program you’re passionate about, and amplify the difference you make here each and every day.
Learn more about employee giving
Student Giving
You may be surprised to learn that not all of our costs are covered by tuition. Donations from our student body make up some of the most valuable support we receive.
Learn more about student giving
Staying connected for the greater good
As part of our commitment to meeting our donors where they are, we have Digital Engagement Officers who reach out to our community through the digital channels they prefer, like email, text, phone, and Zoom. These officers help our supporters stay in touch with UC Davis, fellow alumni, and friends while also helping UC Davis grow and transform to remain relevant, successful and maintain our mission to contribute to the greater good.
Chat with Digital Engagement Officer Cora Moon
Cora Moon is driven by a deep passion for people—their stories, connections, and how they create meaningful impact in the world. In her role at UC Davis, she engages alumni, parents, and friends with the University's many programs and initiatives, building relationships that support UC Davis’ mission of innovation and positive change.
Before joining UC Davis, Cora led large-scale cultural events and development initiatives, focusing on community engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is dedicated to creating spaces where people can connect, contribute, and support causes that matter to them.
Connect with Cora to explore how you can support the inspiring work happening at UC Davis!
Email: cjamoon@ucdavis.edu
Phone: 817-944-2049
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cora-moon/
Chat with Digital Engagement Officer Leslie Fitzpatrick
Leslie is a people-oriented person with a drive to positively impact those around her. She is passionate about the student experience and the innovative strides the University takes to create meaningful change in the world. In her role, Leslie works to build strong relationships with friends, parents, and alumni of the University, connecting them to the many programs and research opportunities that the University offers.
Leslie previously worked at the Gardens of Golden Gate Park as their Philanthropy Manager, supporting the Japanese Tea Garden, the Conservatory of Flowers, and the San Francisco Botanical Garden. It was in this role that Leslie developed a passion for connecting people to the causes they most care about and fostering relationships that allowed others to give back to their community.
Connect with Leslie today to learn how you can support the many exciting opportunities at UC Davis!
Email: lafitzpatrick@ucdavis.edu
Phone: 530-754-2040
Cell: 530-219-2441
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lesliefitzpatrick02