At the Cato College of Education, we are building teachers, counselors, and school leaders who will provide all learners with access to the highest quality education possible, who will meet the needs of all students, regardless of their backgrounds. A quality education is a fundamental right of all people... 

But we need your help to make that right a reality. 


Up for the Challenge?
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Dean's Challenge

Drs. Malcolm Butler and Vikki Gaskin-Butler have challenged Cato alumni and friends to make 49 gifts to the Cato College of Education Dean's Excellence Fund during NNG 2026. For the Love of future EduNiners, give now to unlock their $1,149 reward!


Education Scholarship Challenge

Associate Vice Chancellor for Development Penny Hawkins and Matt Hawkins have challenged Cato College of Education alumni to make 49 gifts to support scholarship funds for current and future #EduNiners. Her $1,000 reward will unlock when the goal is reached! 



Support Cato College of Education, For the Love of Charlotte
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Cato College of Education Dean's Excellence Fund

The Cato College of Education Dean's Excellence Fund provides resources necessary to support the mission and vision of college. Support this fund with your gift to help ensure access for our future educators, that they learn from the best faculty, and that they have the hands-on experiences that truly prepares them for the classrooms, schools, and communities of today and the future.

Education Scholarship Fund

Cato College's scholarships support the education of teachers, counselors, and school leaders across disciplines and programs. Support this fund with your gift to help ensure opportunities for students from all areas and backgrounds can pursue their dreams of becoming an educator and impact the lives of learners everywhere.



Leaderboard
Early Giving BONUS BUCKS
This one's for you, early givers! The fund that receives the most individual supporters before the 49 hours begin at noon on 3/31 will unlock $1,000 in bonus bucks!
Rank Prize Fund Donors
1 $1,000 Judy W. Rose Let Me Play 56
2 CHESS Departments 21
3 Student Organizations 19
4 Engineering Academic Department Funds 17
5 Student Affairs Priorities 15
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Or you can contact us at ninernationgives@charlotte.edu.

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