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For UF, A Time to Shine

Optimism. Resilience. Vision. Generosity. There is much to be proud of in the Gator Nation's response to a global pandemic. We've collected stories from across campus that showcase Florida at its finest.

“Every Gift Counts”

UF Health Shands is no stranger to the appreciation of grateful patients. But this time, the health behemoth was on the receiving end of heart-warming acts of kindness.

Healing the Pain

They were linked in the lab and in love, a couple devoted to cutting-edge pharmaceutical research and to each other. Bonnie Avery’s untimely death stole much, but her husband has ensured her legacy survives.

At UF Advancement, we connect vision with passion in order to impact Florida, the nation, and the world. See what is possible when we go together.

Healing the Pain

They were linked in the lab and in love, a couple devoted to cutting-edge pharmaceutical research and to each other. Bonnie Avery’s untimely death stole much, but her husband has ensured her legacy survives.

Finding that Perfect Blend

The chairman of Tropical Smoothie Café believes in balance – work, family, service, social life – and the power of free frappé to lift spirits.

Their Father’s Footsteps

Immigrant. Reluctant rebel. Widower with young children. Sergio Galeano’s life intersected with harsh chapters of history and with heartache. But his determination to “move forward,” always, would shape his family and an industry.

From the Galapagos to Gainesville

Karen Bjorndal found her calling on a famed island in the Pacific. But it was her legendary mentor at the University of Florida who shaped her – and helped her solve one of the great mysteries of the deep blue sea.

Gators Growing Gators

Chris and Kristine Boyett are part of a sprawling family of UF grads. But they’re doing their best to ensure college is an option for others’ children as well.

Grit and Gratitude

A daughter of refugees and the first in her family to attend college, this Gator is determined to take every opportunity America offers, and to ensure others can, too.

It Takes a Village

Edouard Rollet finds success in business by seeking out – and appealing to – the good in humanity.

The Untamable Filipe DeAndrade

This Nat Geo star overcame a difficult childhood, and he credits animals with saving his life. Now he wants to return the favor.

The Soldier’s Mission

A retired lieutenant colonel says the University of Florida gave him the direction he needed to find his place in the world. His latest mission? Helping children find their way.

Ron Magill’s Wild Ride

For a Gator who’s carted Komodo dragons to Letterman’s show, handled animals for “Miami Vice” and traveled the world to see wildlife, his greatest career thrill sounds tame. But the impact of his most important work is profound.

Power Ranger

Things can get heated in our national forests, as the timber industry, environmentalists, recreationists and more fight for their right to use our woodlands. This Gator works to bring harmony to our nation’s wild areas – and for diversity in forestry.

Dance Marathon Didn’t Miss A Beat

Social distance met social media at a virtual mass of movement that raised $2.5 million for UF Health Children’s Hospital

Strengthening Florida’s Fight Against COVID-19

As the world grapples with a pandemic, a gift to UF Health supports epidemiological studies and virus intervention.

Ocean Optimist

When a mystery scourge struck the Florida Reef Tract, this determined Gator slipped on her dive mask and rescued vulnerable species. Now she is protecting the Keys’ ecosystems for future generations.

The Long Way Home

Bertrhude Albert grew up hiding her Haitian roots. But her time at the University of Florida changed her, and, in turn, she’s changing her country of birth. “UF enabled me to understand how powerful I am.”

Resizing a Fast Food Footprint: She’s Lovin’ It

This Gator is leading ambitious green efforts at the Golden Arches, from helping the burger behemoth lower its carbon footprint to ensuring 100% of McDonald’s coffee is sustainably sourced. “It all comes back to agriculture,” she says.

What’s Your Passion?

Select an area to learn more about how your support helps UF make an impact across the state, nation and world.

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UF’s Greatest Needs

Help the university address some of its most pressing needs.

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A general fund used at the discretion of the senior vice president for agriculture and natural…

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College of Dentistry Fund

Gifts to the UF College of Dentistry Fund provide critical, unrestricted resources that help …

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There is only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that’s your own self.

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— UF President Kent Fuchs —

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Healing the Pain

From Everyday Opportunityto Uncommon Reality

At UF Advancement, we connect vision with passion in order to impact Florida, the nation, and the world. See what is possible when we go together.

Healing the Pain

They were linked in the lab and in love, a couple devoted to cutting-edge pharmaceutical research and to each other. Bonnie Avery’s untimely death stole much, but her husband has ensured her legacy survives.

Finding that Perfect Blend

The chairman of Tropical Smoothie Café believes in balance – work, family, service, social life – and the power of free frappé to lift spirits.

Their Father’s Footsteps

Immigrant. Reluctant rebel. Widower with young children. Sergio Galeano’s life intersected with harsh chapters of history and with heartache. But his determination to “move forward,” always, would shape his family and an industry.

From the Galapagos to Gainesville

Karen Bjorndal found her calling on a famed island in the Pacific. But it was her legendary mentor at the University of Florida who shaped her – and helped her solve one of the great mysteries of the deep blue sea.

Gators Growing Gators

Chris and Kristine Boyett are part of a sprawling family of UF grads. But they’re doing their best to ensure college is an option for others’ children as well.

Grit and Gratitude

A daughter of refugees and the first in her family to attend college, this Gator is determined to take every opportunity America offers, and to ensure others can, too.

It Takes a Village

Edouard Rollet finds success in business by seeking out – and appealing to – the good in humanity.

The Untamable Filipe DeAndrade

This Nat Geo star overcame a difficult childhood, and he credits animals with saving his life. Now he wants to return the favor.

The Soldier’s Mission

A retired lieutenant colonel says the University of Florida gave him the direction he needed to find his place in the world. His latest mission? Helping children find their way.

Ron Magill’s Wild Ride

For a Gator who’s carted Komodo dragons to Letterman’s show, handled animals for “Miami Vice” and traveled the world to see wildlife, his greatest career thrill sounds tame. But the impact of his most important work is profound.

Power Ranger

Things can get heated in our national forests, as the timber industry, environmentalists, recreationists and more fight for their right to use our woodlands. This Gator works to bring harmony to our nation’s wild areas – and for diversity in forestry.

Social distance met social media at a virtual mass of movement that raised $2.5 million for UF Health Children’s Hospital

As the world grapples with a pandemic, a gift to UF Health supports epidemiological studies and virus intervention.

When a mystery scourge struck the Florida Reef Tract, this determined Gator slipped on her dive mask and rescued vulnerable species. Now she is protecting the Keys’ ecosystems for future generations.

Bertrhude Albert grew up hiding her Haitian roots. But her time at the University of Florida changed her, and, in turn, she’s changing her country of birth. “UF enabled me to understand how powerful I am.”

This Gator is leading ambitious green efforts at the Golden Arches, from helping the burger behemoth lower its carbon footprint to ensuring 100% of McDonald’s coffee is sustainably sourced. “It all comes back to agriculture,” she says.

What’s Your Passion?

Select an area to learn more about how your support helps UF make an impact across the state, nation and world.

Featured Funds

“

There is only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that’s your own self.

”

”

Go Greater

What is the unique challenge for each of us? To go serve? To go inspire? To go build?

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