The UHD Community is dedicated to student success through the Give To Gators Campaign.

Unlike previous years, this year’s campaign event plans will be scaled back due to the pandemic. However, the impact of our giving remains essential—now more than ever—as our students face a unique set of challenges.

For the past decade, faculty and staff have donated more than $500,000 to the University through Give To Gators thanks to gifts of all sizes, which provide financial support for student scholarships and program development.

More than three-quarters of our students rely on scholarships, grants or loans to supplement tuition costs. Today, your gift affords these students the ability to concentrate on their studies, focus on degree completion and worry less about financial burdens.

“As a first-generation college student, I’m so proud to represent the University of Houston-Downtown,” said scholarship recipient Clarissa Chavez, sophomore Finance major and UHD cheerleader. “This scholarship gives me the opportunity to achieve my dream, motivates me to strive for greatness and continue to work hard so that I can have a positive impact on my community. Thank you for helping students like me.”

A special focus this year is the UHD Food for Change Market. More students are relying on this campus market as food insecurity has heighten across college campuses as the pandemic continues. Your support can make a difference in helping our students achieve their educational and career goals.

What’s great about this giving opportunity … It’s your choice. Pledges and gifts can be made to the college, department, program or scholarship of your choice via:

• payroll deduction
• credit or debit card
• cash or check

For more information, contact Sandra Jacobson, Manager of Annual Giving, University Advancement at jacobsons@uhd.edu or visit Give To Gators.