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Because Vols Help Vols.
By supporting the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, you are changing lives. Your generosity ensures hardworking Volunteers are able to achieve their dreams. Your support creates a better future for our Volunteer community through exceptional student experiences, access to expert faculty, top-ranked academic programs, and enhanced learning environments.
We are grateful for your thoughtful demonstration of the Volunteer spirit.
Your Impact
Giving, News
Twice the Scholarships for Students From Military, First Responder Families
UT’s Vols of Honor Scholarship has doubled its number of awards in just two years, impacting 23 students this fall. The scholarship program began in 2022 and benefits students with a parent or spouse who was disabled or killed in the line of duty as a military service member or first responder.
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Giving, News
Volunteer Community Raises $2.5M for Big Orange Give
Vols poured out support for UT on Big Orange Give, our annual day of giving that directly supports students and initiatives. The 12th annual event raised more than $2.5 million — far exceeding the $1.5 million goal.
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Giving
Where Dreams Meet Possibility
Kayla Hvozdovic (Class of 2024) is able to study public relations and pursue a career in the entertainment industry because of the generous support of UT donors.
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Giving
Peyton Manning Praises 2024 Manning Scholars for Their Positive Impact
Legendary NFL quarterback Peyton Manning gathered with Chancellor Donde Plowman and other leaders from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, on Aug. 27 to honor the newest recipients of the Peyton Manning Scholarship, a highly competitive four-year award given to four incoming students each year.
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Late Faculty Member Meets Critical Need in College of Nursing and US Health Care
The Mary Gunther Endowed Scholarship ensures her legacy will continue, fueling the pipeline for nursing education at UT and impacting health care through future Volunteer nurses.
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Giving
Advertising Alumna Gives Bequest in Support of Communication and Information Students
Carol Poston understands firsthand how access to higher education can change lives. This is why she created the Carol Poston Scholarship Endowment, which has supported many students for the past 15 years.
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Giving
Giving Their All for Tennessee
Just as UT helped carry the torch for Joni and Bob, Goan Scholars will have their path to a UT degree lit by two generous Vols who went before them.
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Giving
Milestone Moment: UT Knoxville Achieves Historic $332 Million in Gifts
More than 69,000 donors from across the country and around the world showed their unwavering support for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, during the 2023-24 fiscal year.
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Giving, News
Meet Brian Broyles
This year, Brian Broyles assumed leadership of the Division of Advancement, overseeing philanthropic initiatives and alumni engagement at UT.
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