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Reasons to Give

Because of the generosity of our donors, Phi Kappa Phi has no shortage of success stories to share. Their dedication has allowed thinkers from all walks of life to explore space, improve farming, research cures to ease human suffering, and conceive great art and literature. Below is a handful of testimonies highlighting the transformative power of their support.


gavin gleason

Gavin Gleasman

Love of Learning recipient

“The support provided from Phi Kappa Phi is instrumental in the development of my dissertation research, while also providing the opportunity to conduct laboratory/field work which will allow me to progress as a student and scientific researcher.”


Akintonde Abbas

Literacy Grant recipient

“The Literacy Grant will go a long way in helping the University of North Carolina, Charlotte chapter of Phi Kappa Phi foster reading habits in young children and low-income communities in Charlotte, North Carolina”


Akintonde Abbas
Janaki Chandra

Janaki Chandra

Study Abroad Grant recipient

“I appreciate the Study Abroad Grant as it provides a financial opportunity to experience study abroad and allows me to make an impact on language barriers in healthcare.”


Emma Robinson

Love of Learning recipient

“Receiving the Love of Learning Award will provide me greater flexibility in pursuing enriching and vibrant educational and fieldwork experiences that otherwise may have been inaccessible.”


Emma Robinson
Anton L.V. Avancena

Anton L.V. Avancena

Dissertation Fellow

"Phi Kappa Phis Dissertation Fellowship is an incredible honor that will allow me to advance my doctoral research. The generous funding that comes with the Fellowship provides critical financial support that I need to complete my work and do it well, and it will set me up for success as I enter the academic job market."