President's Circle and Initiatives

President's Circle and Initiatives

Sacramento State's diverse students embody resilience, bring unique perspectives, and strengthen our community. While their potential is limitless, many face significant obstacles on their path to success. Your support can be the catalyst that helps them overcome these challenges and become the leaders they are meant to be.


Key Initiatives for Enrollment, Academic Excellence, and Wellbeing:

Black Honors College

Faculty designed this ground-breaking program to empower students interested in Black history, life, culture, and contributions. Participating students engage in accelerated coursework while receiving comprehensive support to ensure their success. By supporting the Black Honors College or its scholarship, you ensure ambitious students who are our future leaders receive the support and opportunities they need.

Scholarships: Green & Gold

Access is everything. This scholarship supports determined students who demonstrate academic promise but face personal, financial, or other hardships. Your contribution removes barriers, allowing talented individuals to focus on their studies rather than their circumstances.

Former Foster Youth Support: Guardian Scholars

For former foster youth, support along their academic journey is invaluable. The Guardian Scholars program provides critical support through academic advising, career advising, professional mentoring, emergency funding, internship opportunities, and community-building. Your gift can support these ambitious students as they embark on crafting a bright future.

President's Circle Fund

Led by President Luke Wood, this fund addresses students' most urgent needs in real-time, ensuring no opportunity for positive impact is missed.


Join the President's Circle

As a President's Circle member, you join a community of extraordinary donors committed to student success and well-being. Your contribution directly transforms the student experience, keeping them on the path to graduation and empowering them to become leaders.

Membership Levels

  • Diamond Circle: $25,000+
  • Platinum Circle: $10,000
  • Gold Circle: $5,000
  • Silver Circle: $2,500
  • Bronze Circle: $1,500

Annual membership at the levels noted above may be held by an individual, jointly by a couple, or by a foundation or corporation.

Stay connected

To show appreciation for your commitment to our students and their future, we invite President Circle members to special events and send them exclusive communications.

Ready to make a difference? Join the President's Circle today!


For questions about the President's Circle, please contact: 

Theresa Holden at t.holden@csus.edu | (916) 534-3244


To give by mail, make checks payable to: 

The University Foundation at Sacramento State

Sacramento State | Development Office | 6000 J Street MS 6030 | Sacramento | CA | 95819

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