UCF ADVANCEMENT
& PARTNERSHIPS
UCF ADVANCEMENT & PARTNERSHIPS
BOLD FUTURES START HERE
At the heart of UCF’s success is a community of students, faculty, donors, partners, alumni and friends who believe in the power of education to change lives.
Your investment is the bedrock of this community, strengthening every facet of what we do. Advancement & Partnerships collaborates with supporters like you to invest in opportunities that expand access, raise academic excellence and prepare graduates with the skills and insight tomorrow demands. Through your commitment and vision, we are daring to dream boldly, reaching new frontiers of possibility and building a future we’ve only begun to imagine.
At the heart of UCF’s success is a community of students, faculty, donors, partners, alumni and friends who believe in the power of education to change lives.
Your investment is the bedrock of this community, strengthening every facet of what we do. Advancement & Partnerships collaborates with supporters like you to invest in opportunities that expand access, raise academic excellence and prepare graduates with the skills and insight tomorrow demands. Through your commitment and vision, we are daring to dream boldly, reaching new frontiers of possibility and building a future we’ve only begun to imagine.
Why Give to UCF?
When you invest in our students, you not only equip them for an ever-changing world — you empower them to lead it. Your support opens doors to a high-quality education, immersive learning experiences and career-development opportunities that transform lives and enrich communities. Together, we’re creating real impact that will last for generations.
Areas you can support
Student Experience
Power Knights as they reach for the stars by providing scholarship support, fueling student organizations, supporting access to state-of-the art technology and more.
Athletics
Celebrate the momentum our athletics teams have built. With your continued support, the best is yet to come. Keep student athletes charging on — inside and outside of class.
Academics
Put your gift to work by supporting one of our 12 colleges and 240+ academic programs. Ensure students have an engaging and exciting learning environment that drives their ambition and passion.
Research
Support our all-star faculty and industry leading researchers as they develop real-world solutions for tomorrow’s challenges today – positioning students to thrive in a world they’re building together.
Your Generosity, Their Success
From designing high-impact technology for leading industries to advancing cutting-edge research led by world-class faculty, Knights are pushing the boundaries of innovation, fueling discovery and driving solutions that will shape our region and beyond.
And you make it all possible.
“After my father unexpectedly lost his job last year, I became deeply concerned about whether I would be able to continue my education at UCF. Thanks to the generosity of UCF donors, I am able to stay focused on my studies and pursue my dream of becoming a lawyer. Thank you for investing in students like me and for opening the door to opportunity for so many others.”
Carolina Lewis de Borba
Political Science student in the UCF College of Sciences, and recipient of the Dwight C. Kiel Endowed Scholarship
“This scholarship will allow me to continue pursuing my goal of being one of the first in my family to receive a bachelor’s degree. I am committed to one day helping other students have the same opportunity that I’ve received.”
Adrianne Harris
Hospitality Management student in the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management, and recipient of the Monica and John T. Rivers Scholarship Fund
“As an exceptional education teacher, I am committed to making a difference in the lives of students with disabilities. The support from this scholarship brings me one step closer to that goal. I am inspired by your investment in my future, and I hope to one day pay it forward by empowering others through education.”
Cinthia Gascon Sierra ’25MEd
Graduate of the exceptional student education master’s degree program in the UCF College of Community Innovation and Education, and recipient of the Jack D. Holloway Endowed Scholarship
FEATURED NEWS
BNY and UCF Announce $5M Pegasus Partnership and Co-Location, Forging a New Model for Industry-Academia Collaboration
The milestone partnership will give UCF students real-world experience with one of the world’s most respected financial institutions, while leveraging the university’s faculty excellence, research power, and startup-like agility to anticipate market and technology disruptions.
UCF Receives National Award for Innovation in Industry Partnerships
Recognized by EAB for its vision and collaboration, UCF continues to demonstrate how purposeful partnerships can shape the future of education and industry.
UCF Achieved Record-Breaking $126.1 Million in Philanthropy in 2024-25
The university has set bold new standards for philanthropy, engagement and partnerships.
WHAT DONORS SAY
“My mom always gave, even when we didn’t have much. That shaped me. Giving back isn’t optional for me — it’s essential. I want to help students who are walking the same path I did.”
Carissa Baker ’08MA ’18PhD
UCF donor and assistant professor of theme park and attraction management at UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management
“My parents instilled this idea of boundless opportunity in me and my UCF experience continued broadening the possibilities. Nothing felt off limits — there was nothing I couldn’t do. And I’m thrilled to carry that legacy forward and hopefully stoke that same fire in new generations of Knights.”
Heather Pigman ’94
Partner at Hollingsworth LLP — established the Collins/Pigman Family Endowed Scholarship Fund
“Education offers the greatest return on investment, and I think in terms of meeting students where they are and unlocking their potential, UCF is doing that better than any school out there.”
Steve Curley ’07MBA
Founder of 55 North Private Wealth – established the Freddy Armfield Curley Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund and the Pam Curley Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund