Bright Tomorrow Fund

A catalyst for the next hundred years

Made possible by a historic $40 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the Bright Tomorrow Fund advances Cal Poly Pomona’s mission, vision, and values now and for generations to come by making critical investments in institutional priorities and expanding opportunity for students.

ABOUT THE FUND

Accelerating a legacy of generosity

In 2021, philanthropist MacKenzie Scott announced a $40 million unrestricted gift to Cal Poly Pomona, accelerating the legacy of philanthropy that defines our history as a university. In response to this unprecedented opportunity, we created the Bright Tomorrow Fund to steward the funds with responsibility, transparency, and clarity, and to maximize their transformational impact.

A group of smiling students pose in front of the mural at Parking Structure II