For the Love of Charlotte
For 75 years, UNC Charlotte has served the needs of our city. Now, Charlotte stands tall as one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, while UNC Charlotte becomes a nationally recognized top-tier research institution that moves our city — and world — forward.
With the support of Niner Nation, the For the Love of Charlotte campaign will ensure that every student has a path to great opportunities as we fuel the next generation of growth and innovation. We do it for the love of who we are and for what we can become, together.
Campaign PILLARS
At UNC Charlotte, we are committed to providing every student with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Your support empowers students through scholarships, experiential learning opportunities and more, ensuring their potential is fully realized.
Your generosity drives innovation and academic excellence at UNC Charlotte. By funding cutting-edge research and expanding academic programs, you help position our University as a leader in addressing global challenges and fostering groundbreaking discoveries.
A vibrant campus is essential to a thriving student experience and a strong community. With your help, we can enhance our campus spaces, foster a sense of belonging and strengthen connections between the University and the Charlotte region.
Campaign Co-Chairs
The bold vision of For the Love of Charlotte comes to life through the remarkable leadership and dedication of the campaign chairs: Craig ’85 and Darla ’83 Albert, Demond ’97 and Kia ’98 Martin, David Ravin ’94 and Dontá Wilson ’97.
Craig Albert ’85
Engineering Executive and Philanthropist
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Darla Albert ’83
Philanthropist
Bachelor of Arts in Business
Demond Martin ’97
Investor and Philanthropist
Bachelor of Science in Business
Kia Martin ’98
Education Advocate and Philanthropist
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
David Ravin ’94
Architect & Real Estate Executive and Philanthropist
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture
Dontá Wilson ’97
Finance Executive and Philanthropist
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Campaign Cabinet Members
Chancellor
Sharon L. Gaber
Chair of Foundation Board
Gene Johnson ’73
Advancement and Public Relations Committee Chair, Board of Trustees
Wendy Grubbs ’83
Development Committee Chair of the Foundation Board
Bryan Delaney ’03
Chair of Board of Trustees
Dennis Bunker ’81
Vice Chancellor for Advancement
Beth Crigler
Associate Vice Chancellor for Development
Penny Hawkins
Academic Leadership
Malcolm Butler
Alumni Board Representative
Frenchie Wilson Brown ’91
Staff Representative
Ragean Hill