News from The Foundation

Melissa Robinson Named Vice Chancellor for Advancement at UT Health Sciences
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 10, 2026 MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. and UT Health Sciences has named Melissa Robinson, DHA, MBA,
UT Foundation Caps 25th Anniversary With Highest Fundraising Year in University of Tennessee History
Foundation surpasses $654 million in FY26, bringing decade total past $2.7 billion toward $4 billion goal KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – July 16, 2026 – The University

University of Tennessee Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Transformative Impact, Elects New Leadership
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors held its annual meeting on June 12, 2026, in Knoxville, marking 25 years
Kyle Hensley Named Vice Chancellor for Advancement at the University of Tennessee Southern
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025 PULASKI, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee Foundation has named Kyle Hensley as the next vice chancellor for advancement at
2025 UT Foundation President’s Award
The UTFI President’s Award is a highly prestigious award which recognizes outstanding achievements by advancement staff in applying creative concepts to improving performance, advancing fundraising

UT Foundation Surges Toward $3 Billion Decade Goal, Continues Growth in Advancement
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – July 14, 2025 – The University of Tennessee Foundation (UTFI) is celebrating a historic year, further accelerating its ambitious trajectory toward making