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Ryder honors retiring CEO with engineering scholarship
The Ryder Charitable Foundation established the Robert E. Sanchez Future of Excellence Scholarship at the College of Engineering, surprising the retiring CEO with a tribute to his career and lifelong ties to his alma mater.
Empowering the next generation
The George P. Hanley Democracy Center is teaching the next generation how to become engaged citizens and effective leaders. Three students reflect on how the center impacted their lives and prepared them for futures in public service.
The legacy of Shane McGee
Through the Shane McGee Memorial Football Endowed Scholarship, Bob and Connie McGee honor their son’s joyful spirit and, in the process, help generations of University of Miami student-athletes pursue their dreams of higher education.
Advancing the future of vision care
A gift inspired by extraordinary patient care establishes a lasting legacy at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, naming Guillermo Amescua, M.D., as the inaugural holder of the Dr. John A. Strobis Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology.
Bridging disciplines to accelerate autism research and interventions
Made possible through the generosity of The Batchelor Foundation, Inc., the Batchelor Bridge for Autism Grant Program will propel groundbreaking interdisciplinary research and evidence-based interventions to help children and families throughout South Florida and beyond.
Mendoza family’s gift accelerates MS research
Through a $500,000 commitment, the Mendoza Family Fund, established in partnership with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, is advancing regenerative stem cell research and expanding treatment access at UHealth’s Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence.
A family legacy of giving
Rob and Emily Ruwitch's $1 million gift establishing the Ruwitch Family Olympic Sports Endowed Centennial Scholarship extends a family legacy of philanthropy.
Gift brings eminent gastroenterologist to Miller School and UHealth
The $10 million donation from Citadel founder and CEO Kenneth C. Griffin enables Dr. Field F. Willingham to advance the growth of a division focused on innovation, research, and training, building on Griffin’s prior support for UHealth.
7 decades of heart: Beaux Arts reaches $10M in support of the Lowe
On its 75th anniversary, the all-volunteer organization announces its largest-ever gift to the Lowe Art Museum—a $1.57 million visitor experience endowment that will expand access and extend hours for the public.
Giving back in gratitude
Alumnus Dodd Clasen and his wife, Sharon, are passionate supporters of Hurricane Athletics. Their planned gift will help ensure future generations of student-athletes have exceptional academic and athletic experiences.
The Pap Corps and Sylvester: An enduring partnership
The Pap Corps Champions for Cancer Research presented a $4.3 million gift to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, reinforcing one of South Florida’s longest-standing philanthropic partnerships.
A gift of breath
A $1 million donation from Eliza and Hugh Culverhouse Jr. will expand a specialized clinic and support research into complex respiratory conditions.
