Securing San Francisco State University's place
as a world-class university in a world-class city.
San Francisco State University is defined by bold thinking. Like our hometown, we are on the forefront of innovation, creating changes that reverberate from our campus into the world. From cutting-edge LGBTQ cinema to the discovery of new planets, our talented faculty help students to learn about who they are and to transcend their own expectations of success.
Simply enrolling in a university is bold for many of our students, who may be the first in their family to attend college, a full-time student with a full-time job, or even a former prison inmate. Our BOLD Thinking campaign raised $156.7 million to provide these students with the support and inspiration that they need to join the ranks of our distinguished alumni and lead fulfilling lives.
Through the generosity and compassion of more than 20,000 donors, our campaign was a tremendous success, supporting students and faculty, energizing unique academic programs and transforming our campus. As we renew our commitment to addressing our students’ basic needs, providing up-to-date facilities and buildings on our campus, and maintaining our position as a top university for upward mobility, our philanthropic partnerships will continue to be of primary importance.

CAMPAIGN
SURPASSES GOAL
BOLD Thinking was the first comprehensive fundraising campaign in San Francisco State University’s history. Active from 2013 to 2019, the campaign surpassed its goal, raising $156.7 million. Our generous donors propelled the BOLD Thinking campaign forward, maturing the culture of philanthropic giving at San Francisco State for the future.
BOLD THINKERS: Donor Stories

Genentech Foundation: Building a Local STEM Workforce
Neda Nobari: Philanthropist & Educational Innovator
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Juanita Tamayo Lott: Civil Rights Leader and College of Ethnic Studies Supporter
Kathy Kwan: A Partner for Success

Learn more about BOLD Thinking

BOLD Thinking
CAMPAIGN
PRIORITIES
Learn about the focus areas of our campaign to raise $150 million to secure San Francisco State University's place as a world-class univerisity.

BOLD Thinking
CAMPAIGN
INITIATIVES
From scholarships to state of the art buildings, our campaign is deeply impacting San Francisco State University.