Giving

How to Give & Donating to SDS

Empower Innovation: Your Donation Fuels Breakthrough Research and Inclusive Education at UNC Charlotte’s School of Data Science.

UNC Charlotte has established the Carolinas’ first School of Data Science, leveraging the region’s extensive research and industry resources. This initiative addresses workforce demands in data science. Your support is vital for current and future students at the School of Data Science. The Office of University Development is ready to assist you in making a meaningful impact.

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Make Your Gift Today Online

You may make a credit card gift online directly to the School of Data Science through via secure server, through our Online Giving Portal.

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  • Fisher Family Fund Endowed Scholarship– The Fisher Family Fund Endowed Scholarship, established by UNC Charlotte alumnus Tom Fisher and his wife Judy, supports underrepresented graduate students in the Data Science and Business Analytics program, prioritizing historically underrepresented minorities and women.
  • Dr. Mirsad Hadikadic Fellowship: Named for the founding dean of College of Computing and Informaics and founding executive director of the School of Data Science, this fund provides scholarship support for students enrolled within the School of Data Science.
  • School of Data Science Annual Fund: Supports the most critical priorities of the School of Data Science (SDS) to enhance and broaden the experience for SDS faculty and students.
  • SDS Founders Scholarship: Supports the School of Data Science through endowed scholarships, recruitment, emergency funding, and student development, crucially benefiting students enrolled in the Bachelor’s of Science in Data Science.

MATCHING GIFT PROGRAMS

Does your employer (or your spouse’s employer) have a matching gift program? Corporate matching gifts can double, or even triple, the value of your donation. Check with your human resources department or our matching gift program search feature to see if you or your spouse’s company has a matching gift program.

MAJOR GIFTS, ENDOWMENTS & NAMING OPPORTUNITIES

These significant contributions (generally $35,000 or more, which may be paid over a multi-year pledge) create endowed funds for the School of Data Science. Endowments create long-term financial stability for the School and provide extraordinary opportunities for donors to support the School’s needs and objectives.

DONATE STOCKS OR SECURITIES

You may also make a gift of stocks or securities to the School of Data Science. There are many different options for transferring these assets, including: mail, hand delivery , and direct transfer from your bank or broker to the University.Please contact Brian Peck (brian.peck@charlotte.edu) for transfer instructions.

PLANNED GIFTS

Planned gifts, including estate bequests, charitable gift annuities, or donations of real estate or other tax-deferred retirement assets, leave an enduring legacy for the donor at UNC Charlotte.

MAKE YOUR GIFT BY MAIL

If you prefer to send us your gift through standard mail, please make your check payable to UNC Charlotte Foundation, and be sure to designate The School of Data Science as the recipient of your gift in the memo line. Mail to:

UNC Charlotte Foundation
Attn. Brian Peck, Director of Development
8724 University City Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001

QUESTIONS? 

Contact Brian Peck at brian.peck@charlotte.edu or 704-687-7631 for additional information.