Students on Cross Campus in the spring

Yale College Alumni Fund

Every Dollar Makes a Difference

Every gift to the Yale College Alumni Fund—no matter the size—provides critical support for core needs, such as financial aid, teaching, and student life. When you participate in this tradition of giving, you join a worldwide community of alumni ensuring a great Yale experience for today’s students. And you join the For Humanity campaign at a historic moment in the life of the university.

Harkness Tower on a sunny day

Areas of Support

Annual giving to Yale College through the Alumni Fund provides current and immediately available support for core university programs and operations—this means your gift goes to work right away. You can personalize your contribution by designating your gift to one or more areas of special interest or give without restriction to support the university’s most pressing needs.


Alumni Fund News

Daniel Shen ’14

November 22, 2024

For New Connections: Daniel Shen ’14

As a dedicated Alumni Fund volunteer, Daniel Shen ’14 maintains ties to old friends and new.
2023 YAF Chair’s Award Recipients

April 10, 2024

Yale Alumni Fund Recognizes 2023 Chair’s Award Recipients

The Chair’s Award honors exceptional volunteers who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment, innovation, and dedication through their work for the Alumni Fund.
Students participate in Eli Days activities

May 16, 2023

At Eli Days, Students Celebrate and Reflect on Yale Experience

The Yale Alumni Fund brought together Yale College students for its annual Eli Days, a series of celebrations meant to inspire learning and gratitude.
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