Development and Donor Relations

The Development and Donor Relations team at the UMass Amherst Foundation (UMAF) is responsible for enhancing private fundraising efforts and fostering relationships with donors to support the university's mission of access, affordability, and excellence. This team comprises various directors, associates, and officers who work collaboratively to match donor interests with meaningful opportunities at the university, manage gift processing, and ensure donor engagement and satisfaction through effective communication and relationship-building strategies.