#Ottersgive, Cal State Monterey Bay’s Day of Giving
This one-day event is a shining example of our community coming together in support of current and future Otters.
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Areas to Support
Your gift to CSUMB is the splash that creates a ripple effect that will be felt for years and decades to come.
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There are many areas within Cal State Monterey Bay that you can support with your gift, depending on which aligns best with your goals.
Our Giving Initiatives
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Student Experience
Our top priority is empowering our students with the knowledge, skills and resources to pursue and achieve their career and life goals.
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Academic Opportunities
We’re expanding our health sciences and mental health programming, broadening artistic pathways and cultivating hands-on learning in agriculture and engineering, among other academic endeavors.
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Otter Impact Fund
The Otter Impact Fund provides annual support for Cal State Monterey Bay leadership to foster research, innovation and address pressing needs across campus.
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Scholarships
You can give to an existing scholarship fund or establish a new named scholarship endowment fund, either way you’ll be removing financial barriers for hard-working students to achieve their goals.
Every Gift Matters
Women’s Leadership Council
The Women’s Leadership Council supports educational opportunities for students looking to re-enter CSUMB, many of whom face financial challenges and parental responsibilities.
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Questions? We’re Here to Help.
Our offices are located in the CSUMB Alumni and Visitors Center. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Foundation Annual Report Magazine
Discover the latest news in the 2025 issue of the Foundation Annual Report Magazine.
University Advancement
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