The Magic Number
Year six of UCSB Give Day raises $6.6M
On April 10, the Gaucho community celebrated UCSB Give Day with all the energy and optimism that define our campus. Supporters gave 3,712 gifts — a 5% increase over last year, which follows a 52% increase from the previous year — and raised $6,661,690 for the programs and opportunities that inspire them. We look forward to seeing you for UCSB Give Day 2026!
I’ve really gotten into UCSB Give Day as the importance and gamesmanship has taken hold. There are key departments and programs that I always give to: my political science major, the American Presidency Project, Larry Adams Scholars, the Alumni Association, and areas that my UCSB friends support. Give Day is priceless. It helps UC Santa Barbara continue its world-class excellence.
R. Marilyn Lee ’69, UC Santa Barbara Foundation trustee
What a day for UC Santa Barbara!
Our community showed up with passion, pride, and purpose during Give Day 2025. Thousands of donors left a bold and lasting mark on UC Santa Barbara. To everyone who participated, thank you for contributing to a vibrant future for our campus!