The Oxy Campaign For Good

We believe in the ideals of a democratic society and the power of
a liberal arts education to change the world.

What better place than Oxy.
What better time than now.

Join us in securing this future.

For Good

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Goal: $225 Million

We have reached an incredible milestone by achieving our initial goal. Please join us to continue this momentum...

250,116,565.85

225,000,000

For Access

Our highest Campaign priority, we seek to endow new student scholarships, internships and research experiences.Learn More

For Distinction

To continually enhance Oxy’s distinctive liberal arts approach, we seek to endow professorships, academic programs and co-curricular experiences.Learn More

For Campus

Cherished by generations, we seek investments to maintain and modernize our beautiful campus.Learn More

For Today

Every gift makes a difference. The Oxy Fund’s impact is felt in every area of the student experience, from scholarships to internships and athletics.Learn More

76%

of Oxy students receive financial aid

$43,528

average financial aid package

$820m

additional support needed to fully endow Oxy’s financial aid budget

100%

amount of financial aid given based on a student’s demonstrated financial need

17%

of the class of 2024 receive Pell Grants

For Community

Oxy Tigers are coming together from near and far to support our community. Involvement in The Oxy Campaign For Good can take many forms, from making a gift to attending a local event or spreading the word of “Oxy good” among your friends and peers. Join us as we continue to strengthen Oxy bonds across generations.

Oxy's O-Team, a group of student volunteers who welcome new students to campus every semester

52,529

70,000 gifts

Giving Participation

Every gift, every year makes a difference. Be a part of the philanthropic movement for Oxy and help us reach our goal.

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138,079

136,000 connections

Tiger Connections

We’re connecting with Tigers around the world. We invite you to volunteer and engage with Oxy to help us reach our Campaign goal.

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Our Stories For Good

Oxy students, faculty and alumni are committed to making a positive impact on their communities, their cities and the world. Hear our community members talk about how their Oxy experiences have enabled their success and why they give back.

Enrique López ’89

From immigrant to psychology major, from circus performer to neuropsychologist, Enrique López researches the impact of HIV on the human brain.

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Brenda Barham Hill ’71 P’03

I couldn’t have gone to Oxy without financial assistance, and in my career in private higher ed I have seen how expensive it has become and how essential financial aid is.

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Leo Olebe ’97

That’s what was so cool about Occidental—you could follow your hearts and try to change the world. And we were supported in that.

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Namandje Bumpus '03

With appreciation for her outstanding achievement in the fields of science and medicine, the Board of Governors honors Namandje Bumpus '03 with the 2021 Alumni Seal Award for Professional Achievement.

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Angel Cervantes '94

With appreciation for his outstanding service to Oxy's Latino community and to the College community as a whole, the Board of Governors honors Angel Cervantes '94 with the 2021 Alumni Seal Award for Service to the College.

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Loreli and Axel Steuer ’65

The connection Axel Steuer ’65 has to Occidental began when he was an undergraduate student, but over the years, he and his wife, Loreli, have deepened that connection by consistently giving back to the Oxy community.

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The Nick Lee ’10 Endowed Financial Aid Fund

Nick Lee ’10 was a familiar voice to thousands in the Oxy community during his time as a Telefund caller.

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Stacey Carr ’04

The gift that allowed Stacey Carr ’04 to attend Oxy is what motivates her to continue to give back to Oxy students to this day.

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Michelle & John Henry P’22

Michelle and John Henry have seen their daughter Madeleine thrive at Oxy, which is preparing her for leadership and helping her find her passion. That along with the potential of the College as an integrated leader in Los Angeles inspires them to get involved.

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