Jennifer and Doug Claman
The proud parents of a Cal graduate, Jennifer and Doug Claman maintain a big-picture approach when it comes to supporting the university. “We give to Cal because of our personal commitment to higher education and because of Berkeley’s perpetual pursuit of academic excellence,” says Jennifer. “Where else can you find Nobel Laureate-only parking spaces?”
The Clamans, who live in Manhattan Beach, California, have a family motto: “Don’t complain about things. Change them.” That ideal often informs their philanthropy.
At Cal, they have made gifts to Berkeley Haas, where their daughter Andrea thrived in her business administration studies and enjoyed professional coaching and development. Additionally, they routinely support Jewish Studies and Jewish student organizations on campus, underscoring their belief in UC Berkeley’s commitment to inclusion and cultural diversity.
“For organizations or programs that have positively impacted us and reflect our values,” says Doug, “we want to do what we can to keep them going.”
Jennifer notes that Cal Parents & Families is happy to help parents identify ways to support their child’s Cal education.
“By giving, you not only have a direct positive impact on the education and experience of your child,” she says, “but also you can help ensure the integrity of the Berkeley experience for the next generation of students.”