Cal Poly proudly acknowledges and celebrates its generous donors, whose support strengthens the university's mission and vision — driving the legacy of Learn by Doing forward.
Gifts from alumni, parents and friends empower students to thrive, growing into the next generation of leaders in both their communities and industries. Whether through annual gifts, ongoing leadership contributions, or enduring legacies through estate gifts, your commitment inspires the Cal Poly community.
You Support Student Success
Your dedication helps continue the Learn by Doing legacy. Whether you give to support life-changing scholarships, fund innovative learning spaces, or back groundbreaking research, your support ensures that Cal Poly's Learn by Doing experience remains world-class.
Because of you, more students are able to pursue a Cal Poly education, explore new ideas and concepts and contribute innovative solutions that shape the world around them.
Together, we’re continuing a legacy of opportunity that will resonate for generations.
You help shape the future of California — and the world
Your gifts help provide students with the resources and opportunities to drive positive change. With your support, Cal Poly students are empowered to make a meaningful difference in the world around them. These contributions enable students to pursue their passions and create lasting impact both on campus and in communities near and far.
Champions of Cal Poly Students
Our donors’ stories are a testament to the power of generosity in action. Each one reflects a personal commitment to shaping brighter futures, supporting Learn by Doing and inspiring others to give. We are honored to share these journeys of impact, gratitude and lasting change.
A mustang family supports cal poly scholars in college of engineering
A family full of Cal Poly alumni, and Cal Poly Pride, the Sakamotos are giving back by supporting two Cal Poly Scholars in the College of Engineering in memory and honor of their father, Robert Sakamoto (Electronic Engineering, '57).
Alum Supports Poly Gives Efforts with $20k Matching Gift
For two years in a row, Dave Gilmore (Architecture, '76) has participated in the excitement of Poly Gives, by making a match gift to his alma mater and encouraging his fellow grads to reconnect with Cal Poly and get more involved.
Mustang parent provides $50k matching gift to launch cal poly cares endowment during poly gives
An anonymous Cal Poly Parent made a big impact by donating $50,000 to start the first-ever Cal Poly Cares endowment. Their gift was leveraged to inspire others and resulted in a lasting legacy and source of funds for students in need.