Honor Those Who Are Powered by Purpose

Faculty, Thought Leadership & Curricular Innovation
Scholarships, Financial Aid & Student Experience
Darden Grounds Master Plan, Technology & Innovation
Darden Annual Fund

Darden supporters offered an unprecedented level of support in the midst of a difficult year to keep the health and safety of the community paramount.
The top priorities of the $400 million Powered by Purpose campaign include investments in faculty, students, infrastructure and annual giving.
The transformational gift from David Walentas (MBA ’64) will establish a fellowship program for first-generation MBA students, support the Darden Jefferson Fellowship Program and create a Jefferson Scholars Foundation Professorship in real estate at Darden.
Frank M. Sands Sr. (MBA ’63) secures Darden’s commitment to providing the world’s best education experience for lifelong learners with the largest gift in School history.

“ Together, we will ensure Darden redefines modern business and improves the world. I invite you to join us. Thank you for powering Darden’s purpose. ”
Be a part of Darden’s fulcrum moment.