Giving to the University of Oregon surpassed the $200 million mark for fiscal year 2013, a banner year highlighted by a significant increase in gift commitments providing student, faculty and research support.
The university received gift commitments totaling $200,054,995, the second highest one-year total in the UO’s history. Individuals, companies and foundations contributed 41,460 gifts and pledges, helping to propel the university’s endowment to a record level.
“I am grateful to our alumni and friends whose commitment to the University of Oregon is unwavering, and whose generosity will advance and affirm our institution’s position as a top-tier research university,” said UO President Michael Gottfredson. “I'm delighted to see this reflected in such strong growth in support of our students, faculty and research.”
The generosity of the UO’s alumni and friends has now surpassed $100 million annually for six years running.