Directly supports scholarships, undergraduate research, student programs, and areas of greatest need. The Fund for Brockport provides the University with flexible funding to address immediate priorities, unforeseen challenges, and invest in emerging opportunities. It supports our areas of greatest need by funding scholarships, student research, student programs, and other priorities. It directly supports the Extraordinary Academic Scholarship program to award over $2.4 million in aid annually and the Summer Undergraduate Research Program, which extended nearly $96,000 in research awards last year. The Fund is crucial to offering students enriching experiences in an engaged campus community. It supports diverse and innovative programs each year such as student clubs, activities, study abroad, student/alumni networking events, and more. With your generosity, SUNY Brockport will help Golden Eagles soar, now and in the future.
Support our efforts to ensure all students have the resources to complete their education. “I am thankful for the donors who made this opportunity possible. This scholarship helps me make the most out of my college experience. Instead of being focused on costs, I can focus on my college academics and athletics career as I build my future.” “The support of this scholarship will allow future educators and employers to see that among many journalism students, I stood out. Overall, this scholarship is not only financial assistance, but assistance for all aspects of my collegiate career.” 2023-2024 Scholarship Recipients SUNY Brockport believes that every Golden Eagle should benefit from a high-quality public education, regardless of their financial background. Each year, students rely on scholarships to attend Brockport, scholarships that are only available because of our community. For many students, scholarships are a lifeline. Your support for them is more important than ever. Growing scholarship aid will increase the university’s competitiveness in attracting the best students and directly affect the lives of those who benefit from your philanthropy. It will help Golden Eagles avoid taking on additional student loan debt and focus on their education. Your generosity will help us provide more scholarship aid to current and future students. Your gift will keep a Brockport education within reach for all Golden Eagles.
Ensure that students can participate in hands-on learning and professional development opportunities. Research leads to success in grad school Restoring the Great Lakes Reducing Hate on Social Media Combatting Alzheimer’s Disease Research to Save the Ducks Learn about recent undergraduate research. Undergraduate research helps students develop in ways not possible through lectures and in the lab. Each year, Brockport students conduct research alongside faculty mentors. Providing these opportunities is crucial to offering students an education that prepares them for lifelong success. Participating in undergraduate research improves academic achievement, fosters critical thinking, helps clarify career goals, and builds the skills students need for their post-graduation plans. Gifts from our community will be used to help more students conduct research, present their scholarly work, attend conferences, purchase supplies, and more. Your generosity will enable students to participate in research opportunities.
Helps students overcome financial crises to complete their education. “The Golden Eagle Opportunity Fund allowed me to receive extra help when needed. This fund has meant so much to me and I want it be here for students in the future.” Emergency Grant Recipient The Golden Eagle Opportunity Fund (Student Emergency Fund) provides emergency grants to meet needs not met through traditional forms of student aid. It ensures students can pay their rent, utility bills, purchase food, cover medical expenses, transportation costs, and more. Since last academic year, the Brockport Foundation extended nearly $45,000 in emergency grants. Your generosity will help Brockport students overcome unforeseen financial challenges to continue their education and remain on track academically.
Click on the "Athletics" Tab to give to a particular team! SUNY Brockport is home to 23 athletic programs and more than 700 student-athletes. The success of our athletic teams benefits our entire community. Student-athletes develop discipline and leadership skills among a supportive community of teammates and coaches. Their achievements provide inspiration and rallying points for all Brockport students. Gifts from our community support the priority needs of our athletic programs and directly impact the lives of our student-athletes. They fund team travel, team leadership workshops, equipment purchases, access to the latest technology, locker room updates, and more. Your generosity will enhance our athletic programs and help Golden Eagles pursue excellence on and off the field.