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At this pivotal time, philanthropists can speed ITS-Davis research to influence policy and practice. Together, we can build sustainable, equitable transportation and energy solutions for a brighter future.

As the world’s premier institution for research and expertise in transportation and energy, ITS-Davis is facilitating vital progress and offering indispensable insights to leaders navigating the intersection of these fields. Our experts, students, and partners bring cutting-edge research to policymakers, businesses and the public.

Flexible funds from alumni and friends allow ITS-Davis to respond quickly to urgent needs. Government grants and investments from corporations and foundations can sustain and grow the global scope of our programs. With your partnership, we can continue to drive scientific breakthroughs in the critical years ahead.

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Additional Giving Opportunities

  • Craig Matthew Childers Fund for Electric Vehicle Technology and Policy

    The Craig Childers Fund will assist UC Davis students advancing zero-emission electric vehicle technology and policy. The fund honors the great contributions to clean transportation and air quality of Craig Matthew Childers.

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  • Environmental Justice and DEI Initiative Fund

    The Environmental Justice and DEI Initiative Fund will provide unrestricted support to the energy and transportation Institutes’ initiatives on Environmental Justice and Diversity.

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  • Ryuichi Kitamura Fund

    The Kitamura Fund recognizes outstanding travel behavior scholarship by students and supports intellectual exchange in travel behavior research. A cash prize is awarded annually to the TRB Kitamura Paper Award winner(s).

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  • Turrentine Fund for Social Science Transportation Research

    The Turrentine Fund for Social Science Transportation Research will be used for graduate student support, including student research, as well as events and initiatives fostering conversation and collaboration with external scholars.

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For more information on giving, please contact Karen M. Block (530-752-2147 or kmblock@ucdavis.edu).

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