Women & Philanthropy

Shape the Future: Support the Women & Philanthropy Impact Award!

Imagine a future where women’s leadership, mentorship, and innovation shape every field. Where the next generation of changemakers has the support, resources, and opportunities to thrive. At UC Davis, this is not just a vision. It is happening now.

The Women & Philanthropy Impact Award is more than an honor. It is action. This $25,000 award empowers UC Davis faculty and staff who are breaking barriers, mentoring future leaders, and driving change across campus and beyond. With your support, these changemakers can continue making an impact where it matters most.

Your Gift in Action

Every year, award recipients direct their funds to meaningful initiatives that create opportunity, remove barriers, and transform lives:

Expanding Health Access: “Health is the foundation of everything we do in life,” said our inaugural winner Dr. Leigh Ann Simmons, who dedicated her award to the Health Equity Fund, ensuring students can access mental health care, learning disability assessments, and essential medical support.

Supporting Undocumented Students: “I want my students to have the resources they deserve,” shared 2023 winner Dr. Colleen Bronner, who directed her award to the Undocumented Student Resource Center, providing critical resources for students overcoming systemic barriers.

Building Inclusive Leadership: “Helping students grow as leaders is one of the most rewarding parts of my work,” said 2024 winner Dr. Sue Ebeler, who funded Aggie Jumpstart and Aggie Ambassadors, two programs that promote mentorship, leadership, and community engagement.

Why Give?

• Recognize visionaries who champion women’s leadership and inclusion.
• Support initiatives that provide resources to students who need them most.
• Be part of a movement that is actively shaping the future of philanthropy.

Your gift is not just a donation. It is an investment in people, ideas, and leadership that drive meaningful change.

Join us in shaping the future. Give today.