Student Giving at CMU
When you give to Carnegie Mellon, it is more than a donation — it’s your chance to impact the programs you love, build a legacy at CMU and help future Tartans for years to come. Your gift is an expression of appreciation for the experiences that made your time at CMU so incredible.
You can support the area of CMU that means the most to you — a college, department, club, organization or program that has made a difference in your life.
Ways to Participate
Student Philanthropy Advocates
Student Philanthropy Advocates (SPA) are CMU students who raise awareness of philanthropy to their peers on campus. SPA members support large events like Giving CMU Day, help thank donors and learn important fundraising skills. The SPA is a great way to gain leadership experience and make a difference at CMU.
SPA events include:
- Tartan Tuesdays – Monthly throughout the academic year
- Giving CMU Day – Dec. 3, 2024
- Thank a Donor Day – Feb. 14, 2025
Giving CMU Day
Save the Date! Giving CMU Day is Dec. 3, 2024.
Giving CMU Day is 24 hours of generosity during which the global CMU community comes together to support areas of CMU that are the most meaningful to them.
TartanFunder
CMU's crowdfunding platform allows you to directly support groups of students, faculty, staff and alumni by donating to projects that impact and benefit the CMU community. These passion projects have modest fundraising goals and cover a wide range of topics and areas, from visionary transportation systems to unique theater pieces.
Do you have a project that needs funding? Complete the online application.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make my gift today?
Credit Card or Digital Wallet Online: Support your favorite CMU fund or check out TartanFunder to support your classmates’ projects.
I already pay tuition, why should I give more?
Tuition only covers about 70% of a student’s CMU experience. Charitable support from students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the university helps bridge the cost of the programs and services that enhance CMU student life and make it so special.
By making a gift, in any amount, you are helping to ensure that Carnegie Mellon can continue providing an exceptional experience to CMU students like you!
What can I support?
Almost anything! You are able to make a gift to the area you care about most at CMU, and a gift of any amount has an impact.
How does my gift make a difference?
When students give, the collective impact is amazing! Last year 1,426 students gave $45,500 to 141 areas or funds at CMU.
Together, students can make a lasting impression on CMU!
I have additional questions about the Senior Class Gift, who can I contact?
You can reach out to the Office of Annual Giving at annual-giving@andrew.thaorai.com.
