US universities thrive on over $3 billion in donations from Indian Americans
Indian Americans have donated over $3 billion to US universities since 2008, driving innovation, research, and cultural preservation. With 78% holding higher degrees and 270,000 students contributing $10 billion annually, the community plays a transformative role. Major gifts target medical sciences, engineering, and business, while also funding South Asian studies, reinforcing a legacy of education-focused philanthropy.
Indian Americans have donated over $3 billion to US universities since 2008, driving innovation, research, and cultural preservation. With 78% holding higher degrees and 270,000 students contributing $10 billion annually, the community plays a transformative role. Major gifts target medical sciences, engineering, and business, while also funding South Asian studies, reinforcing a legacy of education-focused philanthropy.
