Contribute to the world through Cornell

Your gifts to Cornell reach deep and travel far. Together, gifts of all sizes add up to make a big difference for the people and places touched by Cornellians everywhere.

You can fuel opportunity

Gifts to the Cornell Annual Funds provide flexibility, allow Cornell leaders to open more doorways, respond quickly to urgent needs and help make dreams a reality.

The gift that matters most to you

Direct your gift to the people, programs, and causes that give Cornell its unique character and purpose. With every gift to an area you care about, you touch communities near and far who benefit from the discoveries we make at Cornell.

Feel inspired!

Discover stories of generosity that are making a difference. Read about gifts of all sizes from other Cornellians.

Ways to give to Cornell
Libe Slope and McGraw Tower in fall.

Why give to Cornell

Make a difference, honor a loved one, give back, help today's students and faculty—there are many reasons to give. What is yours?

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Libe Slope and McGraw Tower in fall. Photo: Lindsay France/Cornell Marketing Group