Fund Information
The Honors College embraces support from our students, alumni, parents, faculty/staff and friends. Your gift will support student scholarships, student research opportunities and other related program needs. Our community continues to grow and develop in new and exciting directions as a result of this generosity.
As the student population of the Honors College has grown to its full complement of 800 students, there is a strong need for additional endowment funds to support living-learning experiences, academic priorities, and study abroad. We hope that you will consider making a gift to one of the Honors College funds detailed below. Your gift will impact current and future classes of Honors College students. It will be instrumental in supporting the delivery of unique Honors College programming that has broad-reaching benefits to the entire university.
The Richard R. and JoAnn Eakin Fund for Living-Learning Experiences
Dr. Richard Eakin, Chancellor Emeritus and Interim Dean of the Honors College, retired from the Honors College on June 30, 2013. In honor of Dr. Eakin’s many contributions and his leadership role in the development of the Honors College, a priority fund has been established: the Richard R. and Joann Eakin Fund for Living-Learning Experiences. All contributions to this fund will directly support Honors College students and the living-learning programming series.
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The Marilyn Sheerer Fund for Academic Priorities
Dr. Marilyn Sheerer served as the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at ECU until stepping down on August 15, 2014 and was a huge initiator in founding the Honors College. In honor of Provost Marilyn Sheerer’s many contributions and leadership role in the support of the Honors College, a priority fund has been established: the Marilyn Sheerer Fund for Academic Priorities. All contributions to this fund will directly support Honors College students and faculty by providing for research opportunities, technology and other academic needs.
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The Michael F. Bassman Fund for Study Abroad
Dr. Michael F. Bassman, named the first Distinguished Honors Professor Emeritus after previously serving as Associate Vice Chancellor and Director of the Honors Program, retired in June 2014. In honor of Dr. Bassman’s many contributions and his leadership role in the development of the Honors College, a priority fund has been established: the Michael F. Bassman Fund for Study Abroad. All contributions to this fund will directly support Honors College students by helping defray expenses for students to have the opportunity and experience of studying abroad.
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How can I make a gift?
There are many ways to support the Honors College. Make a gift online now or learn about other giving options below.
Make an online gift now
Contribute to the Honors College or another program of your choice.
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Make a gift by cash or check
For your convenience, you may download a pledge form on the ECU advancement site, then print the form and mail it with your gift.
Make a gift by payroll deduction
ECU employees may have gifts deducted from their paycheck by returning a monthly payroll deduction form (PDF) to Office of Gift Records, Mail Stop 301.
Stock gifts
The guidelines for making gifts of stocks or securities may be downloaded from the ECU advancement site.
Planned giving and other gifts
Plan for the future through bequests, retirement plans, charitable trusts, life insurance, and personal property. For more information, please visit the ECU Advancement site or contact the office of planned giving at (252) 328-9550.
Corporate and foundation support
Support East Carolina University through mutually beneficial relationships with corporations and private foundations for programs and initiatives across the university. For more information, please visit the ECU Advancement site.
Where do I send my gift?
Office of Gift Records
Greenville Centre, Suite 1100
Mail Stop 301
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC 27858-4353
Does my company participate in a matching gift program?
Some employers match the gifts of retirees and/or spouses. Please visit our matching gifts site to see if your company has a matching gift program.
Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes, to the full extent allowable by law. You must claim the gift as an itemized deduction on your tax return.
Will I get a receipt for tax purposes?
Yes, soon after your gift is received, you will receive a printed receipt for your gift.
I have more questions about making a gift. Who should I contact?
Please contact Kendra Alexander, Associate Vice Chancellor for Development, at (252) 328-9566 or alexanderk@ecu.edu.
On behalf of all of us in the Honors College, thank you for the consideration of your support.