WVU Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is committed to transforming lives through hands-on learning, innovative research, and community impact. As the oldest academic unit at WVU, we remain grounded in our land-grant mission—preparing tomorrow’s leaders to solve today’s most pressing challenges in agriculture, natural resources and beyond.
Your support on WVU Day of Giving powers that mission. Every gift—no matter the size—helps unlock opportunities for students, fuel research breakthroughs, and strengthen our ability to serve West Virginia and the world.
And here’s the best part—MN8 is sponsoring a Day of Giving challenge to help us beat last year’s number of gifts. Make your gift to any Davis College fund to help us reach that goal and unlock even more support!
Featured Giving Opportunities
Dean's Opportunity Fund (2U047)
A gift to the Dean’s Opportunity Fund is one of the most powerful ways to support the Davis College. This flexible fund allows the Dean to respond to emerging needs and opportunities across all disciplines within the College. From launching new student initiatives to providing bridge funding for groundbreaking research, your donation ensures we can act quickly and effectively. Past support has helped create the Davis College Career Closet, expand study abroad opportunities, and enhance student and faculty engagement through innovative teaching and outreach projects.
Scholarships (2S118)
Scholarships are often the deciding factor in whether a student can attend or complete their education at WVU. Your gift supports critical student aid like the First-Year Performance Scholarship, Completion Scholarship, and Transfer Student Scholarship—programs that empower hardworking students to focus on their academic goals instead of financial barriers. With your help, we can attract and retain talented students who will go on to make meaningful contributions to West Virginia and beyond.
MN8 Energy Agrivoltaics Research Fund (2W2017)
This exciting fund supports a new long-term collaboration with MN8 Energy, one of the nation’s largest independent solar energy producers. Together, we are conducting groundbreaking research on the relationship between soil conditions and vegetative growth focused on maximizing environmental benefits at solar power sites. Your gift will support research into soil health, vegetative growth, and sustainable land management to help shape the future of renewable energy and conservation. It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity to invest in renewable energy, environmental research, and student success—all in one.
Appalachian Forestry Entrepreneurship Initiative Fund (2W1712)
Support the next generation of forestry entrepreneurs who are transforming Appalachian economies. The Appalachian Forestry Entrepreneurship Initiative (AFEI) combines hands-on education, business development, and applied research to help students and faculty create forest-based enterprises that are both sustainable and profitable. Your gift helps fund business incubators, innovation workshops, field research, and community partnerships that create real-world impact across our region.
Davis-Michael Endowed Fund for Pre-Veterinary Sciences (3V845)
This fund provides comprehensive support for students pursuing careers in veterinary medicine and animal health. Your contribution helps fund scholarships, undergraduate research opportunities, and internships—preparing students with the academic and practical experience they need for veterinary school and beyond. It also supports faculty development and brings nationally recognized guest speakers to campus to enhance our students’ education.
WVU Davis Success Center (2W2006)
The Davis Success Center is a vital hub for student support, offering personalized academic advising, career readiness coaching, mentoring, and leadership development. A gift here helps fund student-focused initiatives such as resume workshops, mock interviews, leadership retreats, and peer mentorship programs. Your support ensures that students graduate not just with a degree, but with the tools, confidence, and connections to thrive in their careers.
Hazel Ruby McQuain Equine Education & Resource Center (2W905)
After the tragic barn fire on December 13th, we’re rebuilding not just a facility—but a center of excellence for equine science. Your donation will directly support the construction of new stalls, training spaces, classrooms, and equipment to ensure students continue to receive top-tier experiential education in equine care, behavior, and management. This facility also serves the broader equine community through outreach, clinics, and engagement events. Together, we can rebuild stronger than ever. Help us unlock our Equine challenge today!
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Whether it’s $5 or $500, every gift brings the Davis College closer to reaching challenge goals and securing a brighter future for our students, our college, and our state.
