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Giving to Richmond

Investing in Student Aid

As we look to the future, no priority is more important than increasing support for deserving students who may not otherwise have the means to afford the promise of a Richmond education.
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Donor Recognition

Members of our five donor recognition groups make a profound difference in our Spider community. Learn how we are celebrating and recognizing those who, through their giving, are enhancing the student experience and distinguishing the University nationally and globally.
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Giving Spotlights

We are deeply grateful for donor support. Read the stories of stand-out Spiders who have made a lasting impact on our campus, as well as those who have benefited from donor generosity.
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The Endowment Myth

The University’s endowment contributes about five percent of its annual value to the institution’s operating budget each year. Learn more about what the endowment does, what it doesn’t do, and how you can support UR’s future.
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Pillars: A Report on the Impact of Giving

Pillars is a new annual report dedicated to the impact of philanthropy at Richmond. This first edition illustrates how the generosity of the Spider community carries forward the promise of access and opportunity to the next generation. We hope you are as inspired as we are by these incredible stories.
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Spiders Helping Spiders
Each fall, the Spider community gathers for Spiders Helping Spiders, a truly special week dedicated to helping students in need. During this online event, alumni, families, and friends unite to support the student emergency fund, the career opportunity fund, and undergraduate financial aid. Please join us from November 1-7, 2023 as we come together again to support deserving students. Learn More
UR Here Giving Day

Thank you for supporting us during our fifth annual UR Here Giving Day! We raised more than $1.6 million from 3,200 donors in just 36 hours. We are so grateful for our web!

Save the date for our 6th UR Here Giving Day on April 3-4, 2024!
See the Results

A Tradition of Generosity

By giving to Richmond, you join generations of Spiders in fulfilling the promise of every student who comes here
and fortifying the University’s financial future for generations to come.

$56M

total gifts and commitments in FY23

16,000+

donors gave back last year

$11.7M

given to Financial Aid last fiscal year

$580k

came from gifts of $100 or less