FILL THE FOUNTAIN

You’ve been challenged! Alumni Nancy and Andrew Ozuna are challenging the UTSA community—faculty, staff, alumni and students—to match their gift to “Fill the Fountain.”

The fountain has been a symbol of the UTSA experience for decades—but most of today’s students have never seen it with water flowing. The Ozunas have made a gift of $10,000 to encourage others to support renovations that will turn the fountain back on. Students and alumni have all said bringing the fountain back to life should be a top priority. Join the effort—make a gift to Fill the Fountain today!

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About the Project

Designed by architects Ford, Powell & Carson in the 1970s, the Sombrilla Fountain has been part of the UTSA campus for more than 35 years. A symbol of the UTSA experience, many students, faculty and staff use the Sombrilla Plaza as a meeting place. Earlier generations of UTSA students recall taking their senior photos in front of the fountain. And stories of “luck” circulate whenever the fountain is mentioned. Legend states that if you place both hands on the fountain while it is running it will bring you good luck.

The Makeover

At 35-years-old, the fountain is getting a makeover. The fountain’s pipes will be repaired, and will now flow with reclaimed water—condensation from HVAC systems from nearby buildings. No longer will water stop flowing during drought restricted months. Construction for repairs will begin in November and the fountain should be running again in early 2014.

The total cost of the renovations exceeds $300,000. So far, $160,000 has been contributed, thanks to the generosity of the UTSA Alumni Association and the UTSA Green Fund. This is your opportunity to be part of the project and make a difference on campus by making a personal gift to support Fill the Fountain today.

FAQs Fill the Fountain

Where is the Sombrilla Fountain located?

The fountain is located in the Sombrilla Plaza on the UTSA Main Campus adjacent to the John Peace Library. It is a central meeting point for students and serves as a place to study, reflect and engage.

Doesn’t tuition cover the costs of maintenance on campus?

This project is a special opportunity for alumni, faculty and staff, and students to have their name associated with a campus tradition forever. If we can offset some of the maintenance costs with gifts from donors, it will keep those resources available for other projects at the university and ensure more tuition funding is directed to serving students.

How can I help?

We need to spread the word! You can help by making a gift, encouraging others to give and sharing information on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram with the hashtag #FilltheFountain.

We especially encourage Alumni to give.

Alumni giving is so important to building traditions at the university. Your gift will not only help renovate the fountain but it will improve alumni giving rates that are reported for national rankings—improving UTSA's reputation, making your degree even more valuable.

What happens if more than $20,000 is raised?

The overall cost of renovating the fountain is around $300,000. All gifts received will go toward the overall cost of completing renovations and maintaining the Sombrilla Fountain in the future.

Can I mail my gift?

Yes! Make the check payable to UTSA and mail it to:

Gift Services
The University of Texas at San Antonio
One UTSA Circle
San Antonio, TX 78249

Who can I contact with questions or stories?

Please contact the Annual Giving office at (210) 458-4130 or genevieve.tobias@utsa.edu.