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Every gift to Bucknell serves one mission: to offer the best education possible to our students.
We are deeply grateful to the thousands of donors who enable us to continue this mission, further elevating Bucknell as a leader in undergraduate education and opening up the promise of a Bucknell education to the most talented students — regardless of their means.

A Profound Impact
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The Bucknell experience is a life-changing journey — one that empowers exploration, encourages curiosity and prepares graduates for a life of meaning and impact. Your gift to Bucknell creates opportunities for today's students and future generations of Bucknellians on their path to becoming the change-makers of tomorrow.
2022-23 Bucknell University Report

We Are Living Bucknell's Mission
Every day at Bucknell, we are working toward the fulfillment of The Plan for Bucknell 2025. The inaugural University Report details notable accomplishments and new programs driven by our strategic commitments, and provides evidence of progress toward the pursuit of our vision: To ensure a thriving, sustainable and inclusive future.
Your Impact
Last year, more than 13,000 donors raised nearly $38 million for the University. Learn more about the tangible difference these gifts are making toward enhancing the Bucknell student experience.
Donor Stories
Learn more about the alumni, parents and friends of Bucknell who are lighting the way for generations to come, and how their Bucknell experience inspired them to give back.
Student Stories
Every gift to Bucknell supports and strengthens the student experience — whether it's through scholarships, top-level facilities, outstanding faculty or in countless other ways. Meet the amazing students your gift benefits, every day.

The Bucknell Forum
2023-24
National Speaker Series
The 2023-24 Bucknell Forum will discuss the theme "Freedom of Expression." The five Forum events will feature conversations between Bucknell President John Bravman and guests including Washington Post columnist George Will, novelist Jodi Picoult, and Academy Award-winning actor and activist Jane Fonda.