Gift Of Giving Gala 2025

The Gift of Giving Gala is the celebration of our outstanding achievements in academia, leadership, and professionalism, but most importantly it is our contribution to the next generation to continue to provide minority students with the opportunity to continue our legacy of excellence.

Invest in the future of our next generation of leaders. We value your support and your contribution will make a difference!

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Black Alumni Outreach and Engagement Fund

The Black Alumni Outreach and Engagement Fund will provide program support for University of Maryland Alumni Association initiatives that reconnect Black alumni with one another and the university. Funds may be used for Black Alumni Weekend events and/or other initiatives designed to serve and inspire Black alumni to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Nyumburu Cultural Center Scholarship Fund

Donated Gifts to the Nyumburu Cultural Center Scholarship Fund will assist multiple groups of students who are in need of financial assistance to pursue higher education, study abroad, or pursue other educational pursuits at the University of Maryland. Your contribution(s) will go towards scholarship opportunities to help students from African and African Diaspora cultures in financial need to remain matriculated at the University of Maryland

Student Success Service Leadership Scholarship Fund

The Student Success Service Leadership Scholarship provides financial support to students who demonstrate a commitment to the Black community through their leadership and/or involvement.

Current students as well as newly admitted students are eligible
for the scholarship and participants in the Maryland Ascent Program
are encouraged to apply.