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
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
Darla Albert ’83
David Coble
Demond Martin ’97
Kia Martin ’98
David Ravin ’94
Dontá Wilson ’97
Campaign Cabinet Members
Chancellor
Sharon L. Gaber
Chair of Foundation Board
Gene Johnson ’73
Development Committee Chair of the Foundation Board
Bryan Delaney ’03
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