ECU Crowdfunding

You can help fund projects that will impact research, entrepreneurship, healthcare, education, rural prosperity, and the success of ECU students by supporting one of our crowdfunding campaigns.

Exciting Things are Happening at ECU

Interested in ways to be part of the exciting things happening at ECU? Then consider supporting one of our crowdfunding campaigns. Gifts of all sizes make a huge difference when it comes to getting new initiatives off the ground or restoring old traditions. We’ve helped plant an orchard, studied mini brains, awarded student scholarships, and reinvigorated a beloved theatre program all thanks to your generosity! Check back often to watch progress on current campaigns or see what’s new that might interest you!

Our Current Campaigns

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Williams-Ross Purple Pantry

Thank you for helping decrease food insecurity among the students of East Carolina University with your support of the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry!

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University Advancement News

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Scholarship initiative boosts recruitment of high-achieving students

East Carolina University is better prepared to provide scholarships to more high-achieving students thanks to donor support of the institution’s new Chancellor’s Scholars Initiative.
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Biologist Jeff Corwin stresses adaptability and hope in life and conservation

“In 100 years since the industrial period, humankind has consumed 75% of the planet’s nature,” said Jeff Corwin, television personality, biologist and wildlife conservationist. “Every half hour a species disappears on Earth, and people wonder why and if there is hope.” And the answer, he said, “Of course there is.”
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Transformational investment elevates Pirate Challenge

East Carolina University’s Pirate Entrepreneurship Challenge has a new name and an investment that will boost prize money and the student experience for the university’s signature pitch competition.