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Explore how you can light the way for faculty, students, and research.

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Robert Matsui

Light the Way reaches $6 billion with a gift that serves democracy

With a year remaining in Berkeley’s historic campaign, an exciting gift of $1 million to the Robert T. Matsui Center for Politics and Public Service has brought the campaign total to $6 billion. The new investment enables students from diverse backgrounds to gain direct experience in the workings of government and to begin building careers in public service.

Berkeley’s Growing Light

Berkeley launched Light the Way, a historic effort to raise $6 billion, in February 2020. Two weeks later, COVID-19 shuttered our world — but not your generosity. Thanks to you, we have surpassed our goal.

But the work continues to ignite our excellence. We invite you to explore enduring priorities to add new faculty positions, support the undergraduate discovery experience and graduate fellowships, and invest in places of possibility. Thank you for lighting the way toward Berkeley's brighter future.

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Goal
$6,000,000,000
Raised So Far
$6,064,447,823
Time Left
1 year

Campaign Stories

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Quantum science and technology at UC Berkeley: a new era of innovation

UC Berkeley professors of physics, chemistry, and electrical engineering and computer sciences highlight the rich ecosystem of basic research, education, and entrepreneurship that makes the university a leader in quantum science and technology and its application for quantum computers and other innovations.

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The family jeans

In 1897, Levi Strauss donated money to create Berkeley’s first 28 scholarships. His jean-erosity clearly has legs. Colleen and Bob Haas — his descendants — have made an extraordinary $10 million commitment in matching funds to the Haas Family Fiat Lux Scholarship, which supports low-income students from California.

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Discovery: The heart of every student’s experience

Today’s students need more than majors. They need transformative experiences that cultivate their deeper talents and interests and build the foundation for brilliant careers. Meet five students who illustrate different points along the Berkeley Discovery journey.

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Cal Athletics lights the way to excellence

Athletics Director Jim Knowlton, champion hammer thrower Camryn Rogers, Cal Football Coach Justin Wilcox, and superstar alum coaches Ron and Stephanie Rivera share their vision for improving the student-athlete experience, attracting the best talent, and fueling competitive success for all UC Berkeley athletic programs for years to come.