Why I Give

Passionate Donors

The 49ͼ¿â is grateful for the donors — including UNE alumni, students, faculty, professional staff, and friends of UNE â€” whose philanthropic support have built critical infrastructure, enhanced scholarship support, expanded internship opportunities across colleges, supported global learning experiences, and improved access to meaningful student-faculty research.

Our donors tell us every day how passionate they are about supporting 49ͼ¿âand we're excited to share their excitement with you.

Alumni

joe valenza
When I think about philanthropy, I think about phenomenal 49ͼ¿âstudent’s that can benefit from our support, and that is what the St. Francis College Class of 1968 Memorial Scholarship will do.
Joe Valenza '68

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Students

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Nate’s legacy will continue to be felt at the university.
Class of 2018

Faculty

Rachel Naida
I think helping them both in the classroom and by sponsoring a white coat, is a fantastic way to pay it forward, as well as celebrate and inspire our students.
Dr. Rachel Naida '13

Professional staff

cally
It's much easier for me to make a gift as staff because I have my gift deducted directly from my paycheck. It's not huge, but it does add up.
Cally Gurley

friends of une

Art Girard
49ͼ¿âstood out to me for [its] progressive curriculum and extraordinary management team. I have no doubt it will be an excellent custodian of Ram Island.
Art Girard