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Fuel the growth and future of honors education.Your generosity fuels the growth and future of honors education. The National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) provides resources, advocacy, and professional development to over 700 member institutions—impacting hundreds of honors professionals and more than 350,000 honors students nationwide. Whether you choose to make a one-time donation, establish a recurring gift, or leave a legacy through a planned bequest, your support directly strengthens honors education. Below, you’ll find specific funds that make a tangible difference in the honors community. If you have a particular passion or interest that isn’t reflected in these funds, please reach out to us at hello@nchchonors.org, and we’ll work with you to ensure your gift has its intended impact. NCHC Funds You Can SupportThe Founders Fund » Donate OnlineHonor the visionaries who built NCHC and help propel honors education forward. Contributions to the Founders Fund celebrate the achievements of past recipients while directly supporting NCHC’s mission to empower institutions, educators, and students in collegiate honors education. Your gift fosters innovation and strengthens the foundation of NCHC for future generations. Make your impact—donate today!The Portz Fund » Donate OnlineNamed for Dr. John and Edythe Portz, champions of educational excellence, this fund supports three transformative initiatives: • Portz Interdisciplinary Research Fellowships, funding up to 18 months of cross-disciplinary student research. • Portz Grants, providing financial support for innovative classroom projects. • The Portz Scholars program, recognizing and inspiring outstanding student research. Empower innovation and the next generation of scholars—give today!The Hanigan Fund » Donate OnlineThe John J. Hanigan Scholarship provides service-oriented honors students with $500 to assist with travel, registration, and expenses for the NCHC Annual Conference. Your donation directly helps students attend this transformative event, continuing John’s legacy of service and leadership. Support future servant leaders—contribute now!The Schuman Fund » Donate OnlineBy giving to the Schuman Fund, you directly support the NCHC Sam Schuman Award for Excellence at a Four-Year Institution, which recognizes honors directors and faculty members for their exceptional contributions. This fund ensures that excellence in honors education is celebrated and sustained. Recognize outstanding honors educators—donate today!The Brandolini Fund » Donate OnlineThis fund advances honors education at two-year institutions by supporting the NCHC Ron Brandolini Award for Excellence. Your donation helps recognize and reward faculty and program leaders making a difference in two-year honors programs. Champion excellence at two-year institutions—make a gift today!The Davy Fund » Donate OnlineDr. Freddye T. Davy believed in providing students with life-changing opportunities. Your contribution to this fund removes financial barriers for students who might otherwise miss out on the NCHC Annual Conference. Help a student experience honors—give today! Join us in celebrating Dr. Davy’s vision by making a donation to the Davy Fund today.The S.P.U.R. Fund (Sloane Prize for Undergraduate Research) » Donate OnlineHonoring Dr. Mike Sloane’s dedication to undergraduate research, this fund supports the Sloane Prize for Undergraduate Research (S.P.U.R.), encouraging and empowering student researchers for generations to come. Invest in the future of undergraduate research—contribute now!Vision 2028 » Donate OnlineSince 1966, NCHC has been driven by volunteer leadership and dedication to honors education. Vision 2028 is our roadmap for building a stronger, more inclusive honors community, ensuring NCHC remains at the forefront of honors education. Gifts to this fund can be directed toward leadership initiatives, research, or equity-focused programs. Shape the future of honors education—donate today!Vision 2028 Additional Details » |
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