About Us
About Us
The Division of University Advancement stands ready to assist you in structuring gifts that best fit your personal, financial and charitable goals.
The division’s efforts are dedicated to advancing the university through development, stewardship, fundraising, planned giving, governmental relations, alumni relations, public relations, communications, branding and special events.
Message from the Vice President
Cal Poly Pomona is a world-class university that continues to redefine learning. It offers a unique educational experience grounded in the elements of what makes a polytechnic education special. It is an immersive, hands-on, passionate, multi-disciplinary, polytechnic approach that makes students life and career ready. Innovative programs, imaginative curriculum and inspired methodologies helps students discover, and transform into, their best selves.
By supporting Cal Poly Pomona, you make a powerful impact on students’ and faculty lives and help educate a modern workforce that is in great demand in the California economy. We look forward to partnering with you in ways that changes lives and leave a lasting legacy.
Go Broncos!
Frances Teves
Vice President for University Advancement
Mission
University Advancement partners with alumni and donors to secure philanthropic support for the benefit of Cal Poly Pomona students and the community.
Vision Statement
A thriving culture of engagement and philanthropy that will benefit our CPP community and students for generations.
Values and Values Statements
- Relationships and Collaboration
We value and respect relationships with colleagues, alumni, donors, and community, and partner to achieve our shared goals. - Integrity
We maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior and build trust through the authenticity of our communications, relationships and actions. - Student Success
We put students and their success first. We strive to provide access and opportunity to programs and services that enhance our students’ educational experience through strategic philanthropic initiatives. - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We embrace our differences and honor our diversity by creating, maintaining and supporting a culture of inclusion and belonging. - Stewardship
We demonstrate fiscal accountability, express appreciation, honor donor intent, and engage donors on an ongoing basis to achieve our mission and philanthropic goals.
Staff and Organization
Frances Teves is the vice president for University Advancement. The office is located on the third floor of the Student Services Building (SSB). To contact the office, call (909) 869-3503 or email fteves@cpp.edu.
A strong foundation of supporters is essential in building excellence and making a lasting difference. Through gifts large and small, we can touch the lives of current and future students, promote research, support programs and help the greater community.
Cal Poly Pomona relies on the support of its alumni, friends, civic leaders and community.