UMass Amherst alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends donated $2,579,532 during UMassGives, the university’s annual fundraising drive held this year April 26-27. The 9,171 contributions to 287 areas of campus received from 49 states and 21 countries will have both an immediate and a lasting impact, ensuring the best in education and preparation for students’ future careers as leaders, change-makers and innovators.