We are thrilled to announce that as of June 30, 2026, we surpassed our $40-million fundraising goal, raising over $43.5 million, and the campaign has officially closed. Below are some highlights of what our generous donors have made possible. Our sincere thanks to everyone who contributed.
Giving Highlights
9,058 donors
60% were ESF Alumni
19%
of total fundraising was in planned gifts
12 gifts over
$1 million
Campaign Highlights
$43.5 million
total raised
$15.8 million
for scholarship impact
Equivalent to cost of attendance for 593 NYS students
$24.3 million
in academic impact
Supported 78 research programs
$1.5 million
to support student experience
Over 100 students were able to participate in paid internships and career development opportunities
Together, we will be mighty.
Hear from the ESF students and faculty who are engaging future generations to find innovative and sustainable solutions to the worlds most pressing problems.
$43.5 million raised
to support these mighty goals
Engage the Next Generation of Students to Become the Environmental Leaders of Tomorrow
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Elevate ESF’s Teaching and Learning Environments to Equal Our Educational Experience
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Make Discoveries to Improve Our World
