1845 Society Impact Report

The 2022-23 academic year saw Baylor excel as a leader in Christian higher education, empowered by the collective generosity of alumni, parents and friends through the Give Light campaign. Highlighted below are examples of impact created by gifts of all amounts from the Baylor Family.

Give Light Campaign Update

The Give Light campaign surpassed $1.3B raised, eclipsing the goal set upon its launch in 2018, to propel the University’s progress on all fronts. See how general support is helping to pave the way forward.

Championing Excellence

More than 20,000 donors provided $61M+ in expendable support for current needs. See how excellence funds are fueling experiential learning.

Enhancing Affordability

More than $37M+ in shared scholarship support is helping Baylor attract and retain outstanding students. See how a Baylor grad is paying tribute and paying it forward through the Hord Challenge Scholarship.

Giving Day Success

A record $1.7M+ raised on Giving Day 2023 illustrates the collective power of the Baylor Family to elevate the student experience. See the highlights.

Planning with Purpose

The Old Main Society welcomed 28 families who committed to providing for Baylor through their estate plans. Get inspired by this legacy of support benefiting the School of Music.

Creating Community

3,874 event donors in Waco and regionally invested $543K+ benefitting 56 programs. Celebrate affinity support for the Baylor Religious Hour Choir.

Fostering Faith

Gifts totaling more than $1.3M to Baylor Student Life initiatives are fostering faith formation, community engagement and leadership development. See how recent Baylor Missions trips connected faith and learning.

Caring for Students

Baylor Family T-shirts purchased by 1,200 Bears, Bearants and beyond added $72K+ to the Baylor Parent Fund, which supports student mental health. See the standard upheld by Baylor's caring community.

By the Numbers

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Transforming, Together

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