Every gift to Brown has the power to make a lasting impact. From making the dream of a Brown education possible for a deserving student to supporting pathbreaking research on disease to revitalizing our campus, we're celebrating the many ways that gifts to Brown are making a difference.
Giving Stories
The impact of philanthropy to Brown is transforming lives on College Hill and beyond.
Brown has named the Lizzie and Jonathan Tisch Center for Career Exploration in honor of a gift from the parents of a Brown graduate. Their support will expand career advising, resources, and partnerships, and foster more connections between students and the broader alumni community.
A look back at 2025
From the remarkable finale of a historic fundraising campaign to celebratory gatherings deepening alumni connections, this year was one to remember.
Your gift guide: See what annual giving makes possible
Looking to make your end-of-year gift to Brown? Find the area of support that matters most to you with our Brown Annual Fund gift guide.
Behind the breakthroughs: Philanthropy makes medical student research possible
Donor-supported research opportunities give medical students the skills and insights they need to succeed as future clinicians and leaders.
New admission welcome center named in honor of the late Dr. Galen V. Henderson MD’93
Brimming with features that bring the Brown experience to life, the Galen V. Henderson Admission Welcome Center captures the warm and welcoming energy of the alumnus for whom it is named.
November 11, 2025
News from Brown
Brown expands financial support for graduate student veterans, enhances peer-mentorship program
In an important step toward expanded access, Brown will significantly grow funding for U.S. military veterans pursuing graduate degrees, while a generous donation will establish the Cisneros Veterans Scholars Program.
Brunonians explain: Shaping the future through philanthropy
Reginald Williams ’02 shares what inspires his giving, how it feels to give back to Brown, and his advice for fellow alums.
Where grit meets gratitude: How Brown water polo inspires two alums to give back
Toby Espinosa ’12 and Cyrus Mojdehi ’13 are paying it forward so future student-athletes can benefit from the varsity team experience.
October 17, 2025
News from Brown
Brown endowment provides record support for academic priorities, with 11.9% return in 2025
Brown’s investments generated $853 million in gains, and the endowment provided an all-time high of $352 million for financial aid and student support, scientific research and other priorities in Fiscal Year 2025.
October 17, 2025
News from Brown
Refreshed, upgraded Pembroke Hall is a fitting new home for Brown’s Pembroke Center
The newly renovated, centralized home for the Pembroke Center for Teaching and Research on Women will enhance collaboration and expand the use of the center’s extensive archives.
In recognition of generous gift, Brown University names the Giuliani RNA Center
The investment from Giammaria and Sabrina Giuliani P'28 will support scholars seeking to unlock the potential of RNA to make a positive impact on human health.
New grant funding advances AI research, student support, and brain science
Here are three ways that some of the latest grants to Brown are transforming lives and shaping the future.