It’s not a lot by Harvard standards. But Harvard saw a surge in small donations after the university announced it was opposing radical operational demands from the Trump administration, the Harvard Crimson reports. The day before Harvard’s announcement, the university received 37 online donations. The day after the university received nearly 4,000 gifts, totaling $1.14 million. … 

People should consider donating money to their alma maters in general. It’s only a matter of time before other schools are also hit by obnoxious funding threats.

Update — 4.22.25 – From the NYT: “As Harvard Is Hailed a Hero, Some Donors Still Want It to Strike a Deal.” …