News from The Foundation
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University of Tennessee Foundation Celebrates Landmark Fundraising
KNOXVILLE – The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. reached a pinnacle fundraising mark in fiscal year 2024 as commitment totals surpassed $400 million for the
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University of Tennessee Foundation Exceeds Fundraising Goals, Elects Arthur Sparks as Vice Chair
KNOXVILLE – The University of Tennessee Foundation Board of Directors held its annual meeting on June 14, 2024, in Knoxville. During the meeting, UT Foundation
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2024 UTFI President’s Award Recipients
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
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University of Tennessee Foundation Names Jeanna Curtis-Swafford as Vice Chancellor for Advancement for the University of Tennessee at Martin
MARTIN, TN – The University of Tennessee Foundation and the University of Tennessee at Martin are pleased to announce the appointment of Jeanna Curtis-Swafford as
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Jim Herbert, Herbert College of Agriculture Benefactor, Passes Away
Dear Colleagues, Alumni, Students and Friends: It is with great sadness I announce the passing of Jim Herbert, who was a UT alumnus, supporter and
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University of Tennessee Foundation, UT Knoxville Name Brian Broyles Senior Vice Chancellor for Advancement for the Flagship Campus
The University of Tennessee Foundation (UTFI) and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville are pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Broyles as the senior vice chancellor for advancement for UT Knoxville, a position of pivotal importance in advancing the university’s mission and strategic vision.