Lynda and Stewart Resnick owners of the Wonderful Company have endowed the University of California, Davis with $50 million.  The pledge will support research into sustainability through a named Center for Agriculture Innovation.

Gary S. May, Chancellor of UC Davis stated, “This gift demonstrates a continued commitment to innovative environmental stewardship and allows us to create science-based solutions that can be rapidly deployed while mitigating impacts of climate change.”  The Center will extend over 40,000 square feet and will LEED-Certified housing research and teaching areas. A research initiative funded by $10 million of the donation will focus on maximizing water and energy efficiency, developing innovative technologies and expand access to nutritious food.  Sixty scholars enrolled at UC Davis currently receive scholarships funded by the Resnick Family.