The Campaign for UAB: Give Something, Change Everything is halfway to its ambitious goal of raising $1 billion. More than 74,000 donors have contributed, allowing the institution to surpass the $500 million mark in its largest-ever philanthropic campaign. Gifts support diverse initiatives across the institution that advance faculty excellence, support research innovation and economic development, enrich the student experience, develop programmatic support, and enhance UAB’s facilities.
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