The UMass Amherst Foundation is launching a transformational campaign—Accelerate—to raise $600 million for UMass Amherst at a pivotal moment for the university and our world. Both the foundation and the university are committed to capturing the potential inherent in this moment and channeling it into real-world solutions and generational impact.
As UMass Amherst’s reputation and the scale of its research enterprise have grown, it has expanded its impact to advance progress for Massachusetts and beyond. Together, with your support, we can move the world.
Financial constraints should not affect the college experience. We will expand opportunites for students from all backgrounds through scholarships, fellowships, and high-impact learning programs.
Research and creative expression power novel ideas and offer promising solutions to society’s problems. We will grow investment in academic excellence to set real change in motion.
Discovery leads to real-world impact. Through teaching, research, and service, we will strengthen surrounding communities and improve lives.
A visionary gift from Paul Manning '77 and Diane Manning is helping establish the Future of Food Initiative, a $120 million effort that brings together philanthropic, public, and university support to advance solutions in food safety, sustainable production, nutrition, and food security.
A $2.5 million gift from John F. Kennedy MS ’76 establishes the John F. Kennedy Head Hockey Coach position, the first endowed coaching role in UMass Athletics history. The gift strengthens the long-term future of UMass hockey and honors Kennedy’s enduring commitment to the university, its student-athletes, and Coach Greg Carvel’s championship-caliber program.
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.
Over the past 30 years, the Cape Cod Alumni Network has proudly awarded more than $445,000 to 150 local students entering their first year at UMass Amherst.
The impact of this support has…
“Going to UMass helped me to grow and develop as a performer and as a human being.”
