Pacific Gives—University of the Pacific’s annual day of giving—continued its record setting streak this year, raising more than $3 million from Tigers worldwide. Every gift will benefit Pacific students and the programs that fuel their success.

More than 6,000 donors made a gift, bringing participation to an all-time high. Gifts came from all 50 U.S. states and more than 30 countries. 

“What we accomplished together in just 24 hours is—yet again—extraordinary,” said President Christopher Callahan. “I am deeply grateful for this outpouring of generosity and all it will do for our students. The day has ended, but its impact is just beginning.” 

Since 2017, Pacific Gives has raised millions for scholarships, academic programs, athletics and more. It draws in thousands of new donors each year, whose support provides transformational experiences both in and out of the classroom.

The day’s success is driven by ambassadors, who spread the word and rally their networks to give. This year, 415 ambassadors generated more than $580,000—nearly 20% of the day’s total.

“It’s one thing to ask for a donation. It’s another to say, here’s something that made a difference in my life. Please join me in making this possible for other students,” said Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations Scott Biedermann ’05, ’20.

“Pacific Gives succeeds because our alumni and friends become storytellers, telling personal, passionate stories about why our mission matters. How can their friends and neighbors help but respond?”

One such storyteller was Kuy Ky ’92, Pacific’s top ambassador for three straight years. Since 2024 Ky has recruited nearly 900 gifts to the Community Involvement Program, supporting first generation students like himself.

A College of the Pacific graduate, father of three Pacific students and member of the Pacific Alumni Association Board of Directors, Ky attributes his success to a caring community and an abundance of passion.

“I rave and cheer about Pacific wherever I go,” he said. “After 3 years, I invite gifts with more assertiveness and more confidence but with the same passion. My friends and colleagues were excited to hear me talk about what Pacific stands for, and the result was truly a group effort.” 

Similar passion emanated from Pacific Athletics, resulting in nearly 2,500 donors. Women’s Soccer raised nearly $12,000.

“These gifts will help us recruit and retain top student-athletes, travel to away games, and pay for GPS units to help our athletes perform at the highest level possible while staying injury free,” said Head Coach Jeff Freeman, who recruited nearly 300 donors.

“Pacific Gives shows how special this community is. We can’t wait for our 2026 season to kick off in August, to once again rally our community and continue supporting these amazing student-athletes who work so hard day in and day out.”

Matt ’13 and Arielle Houlihan ’13 together championed an effort to support the newly reinstated men’s volleyball program, recruiting many of its 183 donors. The program will return to Pacific in spring 2027.

“You don't rebuild a program with one big check—you rebuild it with a base of people who refuse to let it disappear again,” Matt Houlihan said. “183 donors is worth far more than the dollar figure, and it makes me excited for the future of Pacific Athletics. I know it’s a top priority of Coach (Devin) Young's to nurture and expand that community base of volleyball supporters!”

Schools and Colleges also celebrated success, led by the School of Health Sciences, which raised over $277,000 from more than 800 donors. Faculty championed their programs, including Professor Natalie Perkins, who recruited more than 200 donors to occupational therapy scholarships, and Professor Todd Davenport, who generated 90 donors to the physical therapy program.

Students made gifts and called donors throughout the 24 hours. The top student ambassadors were Brody Biedermann ’29 and Mohailani Peloso ’29, both first-year student-athletes.

Participation by student groups increased this year, led by Pacific Forensics. Nearly 300 donors provided over $17,000 that will help the team—currently ranked 5th in the nation—participate in regional and national tournaments.

Pacific Gives returns April 20-21, 2027. Your gift can support students year-round.