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Honor the Future

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The foundation of the University, by design, supports an environment where education, democracy, and research can thrive. Ensuring these pursuits continue to serve the commonwealth, our nation, and the world, is critical to the future of our society and well-being of all.

For Sustaining Education
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The Gift of Education
For Securing Democracy
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The Work of Democracy
For Driving Research
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The Heart of Research
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Campaign In Action

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Discovery
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Honor the Future Campaign Intro Video

This is how we Honor the Future.

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The Heart of Research
Research
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The Heart of Research
UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy
Democracy
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UVA Karsh Institute of Democracy
The Gift of Education
Education
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The Gift of Education

Impact Stories

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Shavonne Gordon and daughter
Scholarships
All Systems Go
Trailblazer Shavonne Banks Gordon helps others navigate the path to success.
Students of the Design Discovery Program created spoons
Student Experience
UVA Design Discovery Program
Whether or not we acknowledge it, design is an integral part of our daily lives.
Valencia
Student Experience
UVA in Valencia at 40
The University’s flagship study abroad program, UVA in Valencia, celebrates 40 years of helping students discover Spain and the world beyond.
Brain Data
Research
Unlocking the Mysteries of Neurological Disease
A native of Germany with an illustrious career, Harrison Distinguished Teaching Professor of
Neuroscience Harald Sontheimer discusses groundbreaking Alzheimer’s research representative of UVA’s
Grand Challenges Research Investments.
Comet Another World
Research
A Treasured Collection of Illustration and Whimsy
A major gift from a noted book collector will allow the Iselin Collection of Humor to reside in the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library.
Grid of former presidents
Democracy
Preserving the Presidency
Former presidents and those who worked with them have much to teach future generations about the presidency.
Dr. Bauer
Research
Lines of Hope
The Farrell Family makes $1.3 million gift to pancreatic cancer research at UVA in honor of late Board of Visitors Rector and alum Thomas F. Farrell II.
Risa Goluboff
Engagement
Gift of Education: Risa Goluboff
Risa Goluboff is the dean of the School of Law and the Arnold H. Leon Professor of Law.
Diane and Paul Manning at Home
Research
Honoring a Vision
The exciting new Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology will achieve a vision of better health for all.
Drone Lawn View
Democracy
Multi-Million Dollar Gift Creates Two Professorships for UVA’s Center for Politics
Gifts and Matching Funds Totaling $4.5 Million to Fund New Bicentennial Professor of Politics and John S. McCain Professor of Practice
Bill Petri
Research
The Heart of Research: Dr. Bill Petri
Whether providing expert care or advancing knowledge about infectious diseases, Dr. Bill Petri remains a vital asset to the UVA community—and the world.
Aviator Statue in Blue
UVA Giving
How UVA’s Honor the Future Campaign Helps Turn Ambitions Into Reality
Generosity from friends and supporters has enhanced UVA’s vibrant community, its culture of service, and the collaborative curiosity of its faculty and students.
Deb and Judy
Research
Leaning into a Curve
A mother’s diagnosis inspires a bequest for cancer research.
Daphna Bassok
Research
Small Students, Big Opportunities
Daphna Bassok, Batten Bicentennial Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education in the School of Education and Human Development.
The University’s fundraising successes indicate a high level of commitment and devotion among our community that is essential to making our goals a reality. I’m incredibly grateful for the investment in UVA’s future.

Jim Ryan

President

Campaign Leadership

Peter Grant II

Peter Grant II

(Col ’78, Darden ’86)

Chair


Martha Lubin Karsh

Martha Lubin Karsh

(Col ’78, Law ’81)

Co-Chair


Malcolm Brogdon

Malcolm Brogdon

(Col ’15, Batten ’16)

Co-Chair


Campaign Executive Committee Vice Chairs

Co-Vice Chairs for Schools/Units/Foundations
Marcia Gilliam (Wise ’82) & Richard Tadler (McIntire ’78)

Vice Chair for Pan-University Initiatives
Scott Stephenson (Engr ’79)

Vice Chair for Health
Kenneth Botsford (Col ’75, Med ’79)

Vice Chair for Principal Gifts
David Burke (McIntire ’88, Law ’93, Grad Arts & Sciences ’94)

Co-Vice Chairs for Regional Markets
Pamela Edmonds (Col ’91) & Lisa Smith (Col ’85)

Campaign Executive Committee