2025 Give Day Surpasses Initial Goal

The twelfth year of We Are Albany Law Give Day brought an incredible outpouring of support from the Albany Law community. 

The day began with an initial goal of 225 donors to correspond with the day of February 25, 2025. By 2 p.m., that goal was met and a new goal of 325 donors was set—and surpassed—by the end of the day. 

To all that participated and contributed in the day, thank you very much. Your support makes a difference in the lives of our students!

In total, more than $120,000 was raised from over 365 individuals. 

 Giving highlights include: 

• Over 200 donors contributed to the Albany Law School Fund.

• Led by the efforts of Bill Pulos ’80, the John P. DeMatteo Scholarship received donations from over 86 individuals: a new Give Day record for this scholarship. 

• Two inaugural challenges, The Lunch Break Challenge and The David Rozen ’10 Young Alumni Challenge, gained quick and sustained support. 

• The Government Law Center received donations from over 20 individuals.

• In recognition of The Edward P. Swyer Justice Center's 50-year celebration, the law school received more gifts to Public Service Student Fellowships than any previous Give Day!

• Trustees Jack Withiam ’74 and Jim Hacker ’84 matched gifts totaling $25,000.

• Donors gave to the areas that they were most passionate about – with gifts designated to over 26 unique areas and programs.