Colgate University publicly launched the largest philanthropic campaign in its 203-year history on Friday, April 22 – and the largest such campaign undertaken by a liberal arts college.

Great institutions evolve while retaining the essence of their distinction.

The time has arrived for Colgate to create and implement the structures — both physical and intellectual — to solve the complex issues of today and meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Thirteen women graduates of the University have each stepped forward with $1 million gifts to the University to support the Third-Century Plan.
International human rights attorney Amal Clooney addressed a capacity crowd of Colgate University students, faculty, staff, and alumni in Memorial Chapel on March 5.
A transformative $25 million gift will spearhead a comprehensive renovation of the Reid Athletic Center and support other elements of the Third-Century Plan.
A key component of Colgate’s ambitious and far-reaching Third-Century Plan, the reimagined Middle Campus will serve as a hub for arts, creativity, and innovation.
Colgate University has announced the creation of four new endowed chairs, approved by the Board of Trustees during its January 2022 meeting.
Coming together in support of the University and its students, more than 4,400 alumni, family, and friends contributed to the Colgate Together Challenge between December 10 and 31.

Take part in the largest transformation in University history.

As we move boldly forward into our third century, the University will once again rely on the energy and passion of its distinctive community to help secure the value of a Colgate education for generations to come. Progress is being made and its impact is already being felt. But our work is just beginning.

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