Fulfilling the Promise of Education

Your support is a guiding light

Dear UC Santa Barbara Supporters:

These are no doubt challenging times for us all. Fortunately, UC Santa Barbara has an immense degree of experience and dedication to draw from, and we are luckier still to have a community that values and supports our university. This Annual Report of Private Giving shares the stories of the UC Santa Barbara scholars and supporters whose commitment and efforts are seeking to make the world a better place.

Character is revealed in times of crisis, and within our campus community, we have witnessed resilience, creativity, empathy, and a deep-seated desire to serve our students. As we reaffirm our values and our commitment to education, we look back on this past year with gratitude for the many individuals and organizations that have contributed to our accomplishments. This has been a collective effort, and I am both humbled and proud to be a part of this incredible community of Gauchos.

While we have adapted to protect our campus during the coronavirus pandemic, the essential business of education continues. In these times, sharing good news and success is more important than ever. On behalf of the Office of Development, I hope you find these stories inspiring and a confirmation of the impact philanthropy can make. In spite of the obstacles we face, your support is helping to light our path forward.

Thank you,

Chris Pizzinat

Executive Director of Development Interim Department Lead