The generosity of Fresno State alumni, friends and community partners during fiscal year 2025-26 propelled the university to the second best fundraising year in university history, totaling $44.35 million in charitable giving.
The successful fundraising year was fueled by gifts of all sizes – from transformational commitments to everyday acts of generosity. The year was led by a $10 million anonymous bequest, the university’s first eight-figure commitment since 2019, while thousands of other philanthropic investments advanced scholarships, academics, athletics and student success.
Collectively, Fresno State supporters invested $30.5 million in academics and $13.8 million in athletics, surpassing last year’s athletics record of $10.6 million. In 2024-25, Fresno State raised a total of $38.85 million.
“This remarkable year is not simply a reflection of dollars raised – it is a reflection of the growing belief our alumni, philanthropic partners and community have in Fresno State and in the life-changing work happening across this university every day,” said Brady Crook, vice president for University Advancement. “These investments open doors for students, strengthens our faculty and programs, and deepens Fresno State’s impact across the Valley for generations. We are incredibly grateful to every philanthropic partner who helped make this year possible.”
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