University's Area of Greatest Need

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$47,943
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About


The Area of Greatest Need fund allows UNC Asheville to respond quickly when new opportunities arise or when members of our campus community need support.

Gifts to this fund are used where they are needed most. That may mean helping a student facing an unexpected financial challenge, strengthening academic programs, expanding hands-on learning opportunities or supporting campus initiatives that enrich the student experience.

In a changing higher education landscape, flexibility matters. Support for the Area of Greatest Need allows the University to respond thoughtfully and provide help where it will make the greatest difference for our students and our campus.

Your gift helps ensure UNC Asheville can continue to support students, faculty and programs throughout the year.

Advocates

Anonymous

Generated 17 clicks and 5 gifts, totaling $576
Offered a $200,000 match

Alumni Association Board of Directors

Generated 37 clicks and 3 gifts, totaling $2,040
Gave $21,000 during a Challenge!

Community Advocates

Generated 1817 clicks and 88 gifts, totaling $10,681

Jennifer Foster

Generated 2 clicks
Gave $2,700 during a Challenge!

Emily Pomeranz Keith

Generated 2 clicks
Offered a $2,500 match

Allan Fedor

Generated 5 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $25
Offered a $2,000 match

Bank OZK

Generated 3 clicks and 1 gift, totaling $500
Offered a $1,000 match

Omar Ahmad

Generated 6 clicks and 2 gifts, totaling $720
Offered a $500 match

Shawn M Culbertson

Offered a $1,000 match

Peter Heckman

Offered a $1,000 match


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Donor Affiliations
Gradhat icon38%Alumni
Parent icon17%Parent/Family
Friends icon12%Friends
Suitcase icon10%Faculty/Staff
Book icon3%OLLI Member
Suitcase icon1%Retired Faculty/Staff
Book icon1%Students
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Eric Metcalf
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Barbara Baker & Don Kritsch
Dr. Glenn Ratcliff and The Honorable Terri Wells
Dr. Glenn Ratcliff and The Honorable Terri Wells
Alisa Taylor and Eric Taylor
Alisa Taylor and Eric Taylor
John McAfee and Amy McAfee
John McAfee and Amy McAfee
Natasha Stracener
Natasha Stracener
Mary Grant & Jim Canavan
Mary Grant & Jim Canavan
Chris Barker & Cindy
Chris Barker & Cindy
Ralph Karpinos & Carolyn Karpinos
Ralph Karpinos & Carolyn Karpinos

Gifts to University's Area of Greatest Need contribute to...

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