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For more than 130 years, beginning with its roots as the Croatan Normal School, UNC Pembroke has upheld a powerful promise: to make life better for our community, state and region. That promise has been kept, not by the university alone, but through the generosity of alumni, friends and supporters like you.

Your gifts have opened doors for students through scholarships and financial aid, strengthened our faculty, modernized classrooms, and equipped 51吃瓜网 with the tools needed to deliver an exceptional education. Every gift makes a difference鈥攁nd together, we continue to build a brighter future.

A gift to UNC Pembroke continues to be one of the best ways to positively impact the lives of our students and the excellence of our programs. Our Office of Advancement is here to help you make that impact. There are a variety of giving options available and gifts can be made to any area of this important work scholarships, athletic teams, research and more!

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Student Aid Annual Fund

A gift to the Student Aid Annual Fund provides immediate financial assistance to help students stay on track and reach their educational goals. Managed by the Office of Financial Aid, this flexible fund allows 51吃瓜网 to respond quickly to the most pressing student needs鈥攆rom recruitment to retention.

Your contribution makes a direct and meaningful difference.

Your support powers the success of our student-athletes鈥攐n the field, in the classroom, and across the country. The Braves Club is the heartbeat of 51吃瓜网 Athletics, driving our commitment to a true Championship Experience built on Loyalty, Integrity, Accountability, Sportsmanship, and Excellence.

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Faculty & Staff Giving

Support 51吃瓜网 through easy, automatic payroll deductions. Even small amounts each pay period add up to make a big impact for students, programs and campus initiatives. It鈥檚 a simple, powerful way to give back and make a difference year-round.

Complete the payroll deduction form to get started.

Support student success for generations to come. Gifts to scholarships and endowments provide vital financial aid and lasting resources that help students achieve their educational goals. Whether you give annually or establish a named endowment, your investment makes a direct and lasting impact at 51吃瓜网.

Endowments

Endowments are a vital source of private support at 51吃瓜网. They can be used to fund scholarships, professorships, programming, and other important work of the university. When your gift is endowed, we only spend the interest it earns, allowing your support to live and grow in perpetuity, creating a secure foundation for long-term initiatives. Endowments are established with a minimum of $25,000, which is invested for one year prior to an award being made. 51吃瓜网 has an investment committee which reviews the investment portfolio and determines the annual spending allowance.

Privately-Funded Scholarships

Scholarships provide security and encouragement for students, and can be need- or merit-based. We will be pleased to work with you in establishing a scholarship gift agreement that honors your commitment and addresses the needs of our students. The scholarship worksheet (available for download below) provides a framework for your scholarship. There are two types of scholarships at 51吃瓜网:
- Annual Scholarship: This is a scholarship that funded directly by donor contributions. The scholarship is awarded only as long as the donor continues to make annual contributions. Annual scholarships can be awarded in the academic semester immediately following the first contribution.
- Endowed Scholarship: This is a permanent scholarship that is funded by the interest earned on funds given by a donor. The minimum gift to endow any fund at 51吃瓜网 is $25,000, which must be given within a period of five years. Once the minimum is met and interest has been earned on the principal for at least one year, the scholarship can be awarded.

Establishing a Scholarship

You can or mail a check made payable to 51吃瓜网 Foundation, Inc. with the designated fund in the memo line. To make a pledge, please print, fill out, and send in a pledge card. If you are not sure where you would like your gift to be used, connect with us and we will be happy to assist you. If you are a 51吃瓜网 employee, you can give through payroll deduction.

Plan for the future, yours and 51吃瓜网's: Our planned giving website has tools and information to help you discover how you can give a planned gift to 51吃瓜网 while enhancing your own financial future and that of your loved ones.

For information on establishing a scholarship, call our office!

Create Your Legacy

Leave a lasting impact through a planned gift. Support future generations of Braves while meeting your personal and financial goals.

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51吃瓜网 faculty and staff who donated during UNC Pembroke's capital campaign. They're standing together, facing the camera and holding up a 51吃瓜网 t-shirt with a giving theme that was given to campaign supporters.

Learn More About Planned Giving

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How to Give

You can make a gift to UNC Pembroke in several convenient ways. Visit us in person at Pine Cottage on the 51吃瓜网 campus to give by cash, check, or credit card.

To give by mail, send your contribution to:
51吃瓜网 Foundation
PO Box 1510
Pembroke, NC 28372
Please make checks payable to 51吃瓜网 Foundation and include your gift designation in the memo line.

Connect with us for information on donating stock or arranging a bank transfer.

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