The University of California, Irvine capped its most successful fundraising year on record, raising $343 million in fiscal year 2024 through its Brilliant Future philanthropic campaign.

The campaign now totals $1.9 billion, surpassing 95 percent of its $2 billion goal, making it the largest philanthropic and alumni engagement initiative in UC Irvine and Orange County. Publicly launched in October 2019, it is expected to be completed in October 2025.

“UC Irvine is in the midst of an era of transformation,” said Brian Hervey, vice chancellor for University Advancement and Alumni Relations and president of the UC Irvine Foundation. “Our generous donors open doors to a world-class education for our students and lead to groundbreaking advances in health care and research.

Approximately 20,000 donors supported, among other initiatives, scholarships, research, patient care and educational institutions in fiscal year 2024. The areas of health and research were particularly remarkable. UC Irvine Health Affairs saw a sharp increase in philanthropic contributions, nearly tripling from $77 million in 2023 to $216 million in 2024. Additionally, investments in research increased by nearly 33 %, increasing from $39 million last year to $52 million this year.

Among the donations received in 2024 were two worth $50 million each: one from biotechnology entrepreneur Charlie Dunlop to advance the Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences and another from Joe C. Wen and his family to name the Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public. Cardiovascular health and support services.

“UC Irvine’s fundraising success is a testament to the university’s progress in addressing global challenges, transforming lives and shaping the future,” said Gary Singer, chair of the Foundation’s board of directors. UC Irvine. “Thanks to the continued support of alumni, friends and community partners, UC Irvine is poised to exceed its campaign goals and set new standards of distinction in higher education.” »

To date, more than 100,000 donors have contributed to the Brilliant Future campaign. Gifts supported four overarching goals: advancing the American dream for students, transforming health care and wellness, accelerating world-changing research, and exploring the human experience.

Launched publicly on October 4, 2019, the Brilliant Future campaign aims to raise awareness and support for UC Irvine. By engaging 75,000 alumni and raising $2 billion in philanthropic investment, UC Irvine seeks to reach new heights of excellence in student success, health and wellness, research and more Again.