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Our mission is to serve you, and all Terps.

Your Alumni Association is fearlessly committed to your success. Whether you want to provide leadership and networking opportunities for students, or help sustain Terp history and traditions, the University of Maryland Alumni Association is here to foster lifelong Terp pride.

Give to Maryland

Giving back is a fearless Terp tradition, and there are many ways you can keep it alive, and make an instant impact. Here’s three ways to make a difference:

1. Give to something close to your heart.
Your gift can support student scholarships, alumni programming and more to pave the way for future Terp generations. Give to an Alumni Association fund to make a fearless impact:

2. Support your Alumni Association through a future commitment in your estate plan.

We can help you build a charitable plan that will support future Terps and align with your philanthropic and financial goals, both in the present day and as part of your legacy. Contact us today to learn about the planned giving options.

3. Explore additional giving opportunities.

  • Named Gift Opportunities:  Support and maintain a place for alumni to gather.

  • Legacy Bricks:  Leave a legacy with an engraved brick at the Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center.

  • Terrapin Pride Wine:  Pair timeless traditions with Terrapin Pride Wine. Limited edition releases that ship straight to your doorstep.

  • Sponsorship Opportunities:  Leverage an extensive Terp network for your brand.

  • Alumni Store:  Show off your Maryland pride while supporting your Alumni Association with exclusive merchandise. Plus, find deals from our partners just for alums and members.

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Giving back, in TERPetuity

Just three weeks into his freshman year, Rocky Lopes ’80 began his lifelong passion for the University of Maryland and the Alumni Association.

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