UAHT's Giving Back to Move Forward Campaign
A Message from the Interim Chancellor
Celebrate 60 Years. Empower the Future.
This year, the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana proudly celebrates 60 years of transforming lives through education. As Chancellor, I’ve seen the profound impact that access to quality education can have, and I also recognize the growing challenges our students face in achieving their dreams.
That’s why your support for the UAHT Foundation is more vital than ever.
Your gift goes directly toward:
- Scholarships that open doors for students in need
- Educational resources that enhance learning opportunities
- Innovative programs that prepare students for the careers of tomorrow
Every dollar you give helps remove financial barriers, giving students the chance to succeed—regardless of their background or circumstances.
This 60th anniversary is more than a celebration of our past—it's a call to action for our future. Join us in honoring this milestone by making a gift that empowers the next generation of UAHT students.
Give today. Transform tomorrow.
Together, we can continue to build bridges to brighter futures—one student at a time.
A Message from the Director of Institutional Advancement and Foundation
At the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana, giving is more than just a donation, it's a commitment to hope, growth, and a stronger tomorrow. It’s believing in the power of education to change lives. When you give, you’re not just helping a student earn a degree, you're uplifting families, empowering local businesses, and planting seeds of change that grow right here in the heart of Southwest Arkansas.
For 60 years, UAHT has been more than a college, it's been a lifeline, a launchpad, and a home for those dreaming of a better future. Our graduates don’t just leave with an education, they return with a purpose. They become the nurses who care for our loved ones, the welders who build our local businesses, the teachers who shape the next generation of dreamers.
For 60 years, UAHT has been building bridges to success; standing as a symbol of opportunity and progress. Your generosity makes that possible. With your support, the next 60 years can be filled with even more stories of hope, strength, service, and success, not just for our students, but for every life they touch.
Together, we’re not just changing lives. We are shaping the future of our community, one gift, one student, one dream at a time.
Celebrate 60 Years of UA Hope-Texarkana with a Gift that Builds the Bridge to Students’ Futures
This year, University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana proudly celebrates 60 years of serving students and the community through education, opportunity and impact. Since our founding in 1965, we’ve grown into a vital resource in the Hope and Texarkana area and beyond empowering students, supporting families and partnering with local industries. As we honor this incredible milestone, we are calling on our alumni, faculty and staff, friends, and community members to join us in building a strong foundation for the next 60 years.
The 60th Anniversary Giving Campaign will run until Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2025. During this special campaign period, we invite you to make a commemorative gift to the UAHT Foundation’s General Unrestricted Fund, which is a vital source of support that allows us to respond to emerging needs, create new opportunities, and strengthen our college for generations to come.
60th Anniversary Giving Levels:
Entry Levels of Giving:
$6.00 - The Spark
For students, young alums, and first-time givers.
$19.65 - The Year One
A tribute to our founding year.
$60.00 – The Pillar
One dollar for every year of growth.
Legacy & Leadership:
$1,965 - The Legacy Club
Preserve our history. Shape the future.
$3,000 - Iron Horse Circle
Fuel unstoppable momentum.
$6,000 - Diamond Donor
A shining tribute to lasting impact.
Growth & Support:
$160 - The Trailblazer
Fuel future-forward initiatives and innovation.
$360 - The Heart of Hope
Power education that builds brighter tomorrows.
$600 - The Bridge Builder
Create pathways from education to career.
Make your gift monthly to sustain momentum all year long:
$6/month - The Ember
$19.65/month - The Seed Planter
$30/month - The Hometown Hero
$60/month - The Anniversary Angel
$160/month - The Sustainer
$250/month - The Visionary
$500/month - The Guiding Light
SET UP YOUR MONTHLY DONATION
What is it—and why does it matter more than ever?
At UAHT, our students show up every day determined to change their lives through education, but behind every successful student is a complicated story. Many students are balancing work, parenting, caregiving, and rising costs.
And while scholarships help cover tuition, they don’t cover everything. That’s where unrestricted giving steps in.
Your gift to the UAHT Unrestricted Fund is powerful because it’s flexible. It helps us respond immediately when a student is in crisis, when a faculty member has an idea, or when a classroom needs an upgrade.
In short: it goes where it’s needed most, exactly when it’s needed.
Over the past 60 years, much has changed. But one thing remains the same: when our community steps up, our students move forward.
Keeping Students on Track When Life Gets Hard
Sometimes, success hinges on something small like gas money or groceries. Unrestricted giving supports emergency aid programs like:
- The Student Gas Card Program
- Student Emergency Fund
These lifelines help students stay enrolled and focused on learning, and not just surviving.
Empowering Faculty to Inspire
When faculty have the tools and support to innovate, students thrive. Your gift helps:
- Fund hands-on, real-world projects
- Pilot new teaching strategies
- Bring cutting-edge technology into the classroom
Modernizing Campus Spaces and Technology
A lot has changed since 1965, and our campus must keep up. Unrestricted funds help us:
- Upgrade labs, classrooms, and study spaces
- Improve access to learning technology
- Create an environment that’s welcoming, modern, and built for success
Fostering Community, Belonging, and Pride
Your gift supports student-led clubs and campus activities that make UAHT feel like home.
Growing Tomorrow's Leaders
Student leadership programs, mentorship opportunities, and civic engagement initiatives help our students gain confidence, build skills, and discover their voice.
Flexible Giving. Lasting Impact.
Your 60th Anniversary Gift to UAHT’s Unrestricted Fund does more than support one program. It helps every student, every classroom, and every corner of campus.
It’s the most powerful gift you can give, because it helps us help students right now, and plan boldly for what’s next.
Give where it’s needed most. Empower what matters most.
Thank you for considering a gift in honor of UA Hope-Texarkana’s 60th Anniversary. Every donation no matter the size helps us continue transforming lives and strengthening our college for the next 60 years.
You can make your anniversary gift in any of the following ways:
- Send cash or check to: UAHT Foundation, 2500 South Main St. Hope, AR 71801
- Please make checks payable to UAHT Foundation.
- Give securely here.
Please note: debit/credit card donations may be subject to standard processing fees.
- By Phone: Call us at 870-722-8516 and we’ll be happy to assist you with your gift.
All contributions to the UA Hope-Texarkana Foundations are tax-deductible, and your generosity makes a lasting difference in the lives of our students and community.
For more information about the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana 60th Anniversary Campaign or the UAHT Foundation, Please contact Kelly Wilcox, Director of Institutional Advancement at kelly.wilcox@uaht.edu or 870-722-8516.
