Campaign will raise $200 million from 20,000 donors
On Oct. 28, the University of Redlands celebrated a key moment in its history—the public launch of a $200 million comprehensive fundraising campaign, Forever Yours.
“The campaign’s theme, Forever Yours, feels so right to me, because for many of us, we truly believe this place is ours, and its impact on us is forever,” says Campaign Chair Alice Mozley ’70. “I challenge our alumni, parents, and friends to reflect on what makes this University a lasting part in your stories—whether it’s an academic department, an athletics team, or something else special to you—and do whatever you can to ensure these elements of our University last for all time.”
According to Mozley, the University has raised a record $130 million to date—the largest amount associated with a campaign for the U of R—toward the $200 million goal.
Funds raised by the campaign will support five priorities:
- Scholarship Promise ($100 million), to provide the gift of a Redlands education to deserving students and help them reach their full potential
- Personalized Education ($40 million), to preserve the transformative impact of faculty focused on teaching
- Experiential Learning ($40 million), to support a continued tradition of competitive athletics, academic and leadership opportunities, and community service learning
- Global Perspectives ($10 million), to expand life-changing study abroad opportunities for those who want
to learn in today’s global classroom - Educational Innovation ($10 million), to adapt and build out curricula and facilities that enhance groundbreaking programs across a wide range of disciplines
The campaign launch was celebrated during Homecoming and Parents’ Weekend with an unforgettable musical tribute created by Marilyn Magness Carroll ’75 and Steve Carroll ’74, the same creative team that brought Och Tamale: The Musical and A Spoonful of Sherman to the University community. Featuring an all-star cast of students, faculty, and alumni, the spectacular included singing, dancing, and heartfelt speakers sharing their Redlands stories.
“Steve and I hold this special place dear in our hearts, and we were honored to be part of commemorating this milestone,” says Marilyn. “We wanted to bring to life all that we love about the University and show how supporting the campaign will make the Redlands experience possible for years to come.”
For more information, see foreveryours.redlands.edu.
