{"id":4751,"date":"2025-09-11T15:33:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T19:33:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/?page_id=4751"},"modified":"2025-10-29T12:48:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T16:48:22","slug":"giving-impact","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/giving-impact\/","title":{"rendered":"Giving &amp; Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"\n  \n\n<component is=\"page-header\" class=\"page-header page-header--default\">\n  <div class=\"page-header__inner grid\">\n    <div class=\"page-header__main\">\n      <h1 class=\"heading-style-1\"><div class=\"page-header__shade\"><\/div><span>Giving &#038; Impact<\/span><\/h1>\n      \n<div class=\"squiggle squiggle--light\">\n  <div class=\"squiggle__window\">\n              <svg class=\"squiggle__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 826 12\">\n      <path d=\"M0 6h826.1\" style=\"fill:none;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px\"\/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/component>\n  \n    \n<nav aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\" class=\"breadcrumbs\">\n  <div class=\"breadcrumbs__inner grid\">\n    <ul>\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"\/\">Home<\/a>\n      <\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n<\/nav>\n\n\n\n    \n<component\n  is=\"media-context\"\n  class=\"media-context media-context--light  media-context--image-portrait\"\n>\n  <div class=\"media-context__inner grid\">\n    <div class=\"media-context__context\">\n          \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--medium context--dark \">\n          <p>Throughout our history, Queens has been called to meet the moment head-on. From navigating enrollment challenges to embracing emerging technologies and adapting to the demands of a rapidly growing Charlotte, we continue to respond with strategic vision and agility\u2014made possible by the support of our alumni, friends, and community partners.<\/p>\n\n            \n\n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"btn btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/engage.queens.edu\/register\/makeagift\" target=\"_blank\">Make a Gift<\/a>\n                <a class=\"btn btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/giving\/\" target=\"\">Ways to Give<\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component>    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media-context__image\">\n                              <picture>\n      <source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/09\/Front-lawn-sign.jpg\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\"\n        class=\"media-context__img\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/09\/Front-lawn-sign-420x345.jpg\"\n        alt=\"Front lawn and sign of Queens\"\n      \/>\n    <\/picture>\n  \n                  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/component>\n\n\n    \n<component\n  is=\"media-context\"\n  class=\"media-context media-context--light media-context--reverse media-context--image-portrait\"\n>\n  <div class=\"media-context__inner grid\">\n    <div class=\"media-context__context\">\n          \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--medium context--dark \">\n          <p>At Queens, we\u2019re not just educating students\u2014we\u2019re shaping leaders, uplifting communities, and fueling Charlotte\u2019s future. Our bold vision is matched by tangible progress, made possible through the generosity of those who believe in what\u2019s next. See how your support is transforming lives, driving innovation, and strengthening the heart of Queens.<\/p>\n\n            \n\n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"btn btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/president\/mission-vision-values\/\" target=\"\">Mission, Vision, &amp; Values<\/a>\n                <a class=\"btn btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\" target=\"\">2024-2025 Impact Report<\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component>    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media-context__image\">\n                              <picture>\n      <source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/09\/McEwen-classroom.jpg\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\"\n        class=\"media-context__img\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/09\/McEwen-classroom-420x345.jpg\"\n        alt=\"Students in class in McEwen hall\"\n      \/>\n    <\/picture>\n  \n                  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/component>\n\n\n    \n<component\n  is=\"media-context\"\n  class=\"media-context media-context--dark  media-context--image-portrait\"\n>\n  <div class=\"media-context__inner grid\">\n    <div class=\"media-context__context\">\n          \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--medium context--light \">\n          <p>The Queens Fund supports every corner of campus life\u2014opening doors through scholarships, enabling faculty and student research, expanding programs, and investing in the spaces where learning and connection thrive. It\u2019s one of the most powerful ways to make a direct impact.<\/p>\n\n            \n\n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"btn btn--light\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/queens-fund\/\" target=\"\">Learn More<\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component>    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media-context__image\">\n                              <picture>\n      <source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/09\/Diana.jpg\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\"\n        class=\"media-context__img\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/09\/Diana-420x345.jpg\"\n        alt=\"Diana Fountain courtyard\"\n      \/>\n    <\/picture>\n  \n                  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/component>\n\n\n    \n<component\n  is=\"media-context\"\n  class=\"media-context media-context--light media-context--reverse media-context--image-portrait\"\n>\n  <div class=\"media-context__inner grid\">\n    <div class=\"media-context__context\">\n          \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--medium context--dark \">\n          <p>Queens student-athletes push boundaries\u2014in the classroom, in competition, and in the community. As we continue to grow our Division I presence, support for athletics ensures our Royals have the resources, training, and championship-caliber experience to thrive in both classrooms and competition.<\/p>\n\n            \n\n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"btn btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/support-athletics\/\" target=\"\">Learn More<\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component>    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media-context__image\">\n                              <picture>\n      <source media=\"(min-width:768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/04\/MSwim-Champs2.png\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\"\n        class=\"media-context__img\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2025\/04\/MSwim-Champs2-420x306.png\"\n        alt=\"Men's swimming ASUN champions group photo\"\n      \/>\n    <\/picture>\n  \n                  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/component>\n\n  \n<div class=\"article-grid article-grid--blue article-grid--default-column \">\n  <div class=\"article-grid__inner grid\">\n          <div class=\"article-grid__item\">\n                                  \n  \n<component\n  is=\"article\"\n  class=\"article article--break-default\"\n>\n        \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--xsmall context--dark \">\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n                      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/adelaide-society\/\">\n            <div>Adelaide Society<\/div>\n      <\/a>          <\/h2>\n        <p>The Adelaide Society recognizes alumni whose consistent giving sustains the heart of Queens. With gifts of any amount for three or more consecutive years, members provide a reliable foundation that supports students, boosts programs, and ensures the university continues to thrive\u2014year after year.<\/p>\n\n            \n  \n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"arrow-btn arrow-btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/adelaide-society\/\" target=\"\">\n        Learn More\n              <svg class=\"arrow-btn__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 10\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 16 10\">\n      <path d=\"M10.3.3c.4-.4 1-.4 1.4 0l4 4c.4.4.4 1 0 1.4l-4 4c-.4.4-1 .4-1.4 0-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4L12.6 6H1c-.6 0-1-.4-1-1s.4-1 1-1h11.6l-2.3-2.3c-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4z\" style=\"fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;\" \/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n      <\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component><\/component>      <\/div>\n          <div class=\"article-grid__item\">\n                \n  \n<component\n  is=\"article\"\n  class=\"article article--break-default\"\n>\n        \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--xsmall context--dark \">\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n                      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/gift-planning\/\">\n            <div>Albright Society<\/div>\n      <\/a>          <\/h2>\n        <p>The Albright Legacy Society honors those who have made a lasting commitment to Queens by including the university in their estate plans. Through wills, trusts, or other planned gifts, these visionary donors help secure Queens\u2019 future and leave a legacy that will shape generations to come.<\/p>\n\n            \n  \n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"arrow-btn arrow-btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/gift-planning\/\" target=\"\">\n        Learn More\n              <svg class=\"arrow-btn__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 10\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 16 10\">\n      <path d=\"M10.3.3c.4-.4 1-.4 1.4 0l4 4c.4.4.4 1 0 1.4l-4 4c-.4.4-1 .4-1.4 0-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4L12.6 6H1c-.6 0-1-.4-1-1s.4-1 1-1h11.6l-2.3-2.3c-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4z\" style=\"fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;\" \/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n      <\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component><\/component>      <\/div>\n          <div class=\"article-grid__item\">\n                \n  \n<component\n  is=\"article\"\n  class=\"article article--break-default\"\n>\n        \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--xsmall context--dark \">\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n                      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/the-ministrare-society\/\">\n            <div>Ministrare Society<\/div>\n      <\/a>          <\/h2>\n        <p>The Ministrare Leadership Society recognizes donors whose lifetime giving of $1 million or more exemplifies exceptional generosity and vision. These philanthropic leaders embody Queens\u2019 motto\u2014not to be served, but to serve\u2014by making transformative investments that shape the university\u2019s future and expand its impact for generations.<\/p>\n\n            \n  \n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"arrow-btn arrow-btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/the-ministrare-society\/\" target=\"\">\n        Learn More\n              <svg class=\"arrow-btn__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 10\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 16 10\">\n      <path d=\"M10.3.3c.4-.4 1-.4 1.4 0l4 4c.4.4.4 1 0 1.4l-4 4c-.4.4-1 .4-1.4 0-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4L12.6 6H1c-.6 0-1-.4-1-1s.4-1 1-1h11.6l-2.3-2.3c-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4z\" style=\"fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;\" \/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n      <\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component><\/component>      <\/div>\n          <div class=\"article-grid__item\">\n                \n  \n<component\n  is=\"article\"\n  class=\"article article--break-default\"\n>\n        \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--xsmall context--dark \">\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n                      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/royal-society\/\">\n            <div>Royal Society<\/div>\n      <\/a>          <\/h2>\n        <p>The Royal Society celebrates donors whose leadership support of the Queens Fund helps open doors for the next generation of Royals. These gifts provide life-changing opportunities for bright, driven students and reflect a deep commitment to making a Queens education accessible, dynamic, and rooted in purpose.<\/p>\n\n            \n  \n<component\n  is=\"button-group\"\n  class=\"button-group\"\n>\n            <a class=\"arrow-btn arrow-btn--dark\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/royal-society\/\" target=\"\">\n        Learn More\n              <svg class=\"arrow-btn__svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 10\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 16 10\">\n      <path d=\"M10.3.3c.4-.4 1-.4 1.4 0l4 4c.4.4.4 1 0 1.4l-4 4c-.4.4-1 .4-1.4 0-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4L12.6 6H1c-.6 0-1-.4-1-1s.4-1 1-1h11.6l-2.3-2.3c-.4-.4-.4-1 0-1.4z\" style=\"fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;\" \/>\n    <\/svg>\n  \n      <\/a>\n      <\/component>  <\/component><\/component>      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n    \n<component\n  is=\"media-context\"\n  class=\"media-context media-context--light  media-context--image-portrait\"\n>\n  <div class=\"media-context__inner grid\">\n    <div class=\"media-context__context\">\n          \n<component is=\"context\" class=\"context context--medium context--dark \">\n      <div class=\"context__subheading\">Queens Fund &#038; Athletics Supporter<\/div>\n        <h2 class=\"context__heading\">\n            <div>Sydney Dugdale Russell \u201920<\/div>\n                <\/h2>\n        <p>&#8220;To me, Queens is an extension of home. It\u2019s where I built lifelong relationships and had experiences that shaped me into the person I am today. Queens taught me to lead with heart, think with intention, and live with purpose and I carry those values with me every day. Now, I give back, because I believe in paying it forward. Giving back helps create opportunities for future Royals and keeps the spirit of our community strong. 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