Results of the 1984-1985 Survey of Voluntary Support of Education are presented, including a narrative summary and detailed statistical tables. Reports of voluntary support are presented for 979 four year colleges and universities, 135 two year colleges, and 434 independent precollege schools. The tables for each institution cover: total financial support, support for current operations, support for specific capital purposes, and the sources of support (e.g., alumni, foundations, religious organizations). National estimates of voluntary support to higher education are provided by source and purpose for 1979-1980, 1983-1984, and 1984-1985. Data are included on voluntary support in relation to enrollment, inflation, and institutional expenditures for 1949, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1983, and 1984. Voluntary support for 1984-1985 is detailed by type of college/university and changes from the previous year, including contributions to the annual fund by alumni/donor. Also covered are: funding to different types of colleges through matching-gift programs and gifts of property; gifts donated for specific purposes; support with restrictions on its use; and gifts from individuals for current operations in the amount of "under $5,000" or "$5,000 or more." (SW)