The Dean Witter Fund promotes informal social faculty-student interaction and was established by a contribution from Dean Witter, founder of the San Francisco investment firm. Funds may be used to defer the cost of a variety of events, including meals on campus, at local restaurants, or informal social gatherings.

The Health Equity Fund helps to reimburse students who have significant out-of-pocket expenses related to accessing physical or mental healthcare, or to students who have a significant privacy concern as a dependent. Students can apply for financial assistance for expenses between $50 and $2,500. There are also two supplemental funds to help cover the cost of ambulance services (Arhan Vyas Ambulance Fund) and emergency mental health grants to cover off-campus counseling costs related to the ongoing conflict in Palestine and Israel. 

The Change-Makers Prize was established in honor of Karim Abou Najm to recognize high-achieving students at UC Davis pursuing additional skills, training or experiential learning support of their academic journey. The $500 prize will be awarded to students who are going above and beyond their coursework and seeking learning and growth opportunities that will enhance their skill set and have a positive impact on the world.

Student Development Funds promote the development of undergraduate students and is sponsored by the vice chancellor for Student Affairs. Funds may be used to defer the cost of a variety of event expenses such as catering, conference registration and travel.

Student Affairs is committed to excellence through funding programs that contribute to the enhancement of our campus community. We strive to provide a stimulating environment and opportunities for personal and intellectual growth and development for members of our campus.