
Creating Opportunity.
Transforming Lives.
Wake Forest’s greatest impact has always been found by honoring the promise of Pro Humanitate through the development of young minds with goals and aspirations that extend far beyond themselves. When we create life-changing opportunities at Wake Forest, we deliver the mission of Pro Humanitate to the world.
STORIES OF PHILANTHROPY
Empowering Pro Humanitate
The generous support of Wake Forest alumni, parents and friends is making it possible for students and faculty to explore ways to make the world a better place.

One of a Kind: The Story of Michele Acosta McCreary
Michele Acosta McCreary was a fixture within the Wake Forest athletics family for decades. In August 2024, she passed away unexpectedly. The void she left has been a great one, and perhaps it is because Michele was truly one of a kind. Read more about Michele and the legacy she left behind.
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Our Greatest Tradition: The bonds between faculty and students
Our Greatest Tradition: The bonds between facultyand students By Rob Daniels Millie, the wonderfully playful 9-month-old Goldendoodle, jumps…
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Bonding Around Beakers
Bonding AroundBeakers By Michael Terry (’06) Christa Colyer loved being a student. “Mrs. Knight, my high school chemistry…
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The Courage to Unbecome
JJ Martinez (MSM ’25) never imagined himself at Wake Forest. So, when he received the Wells Fargo Inclusive…
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When Words Matter
When WordsMatter By Rob Daniels Meredith Prince (’25) had given no thought to a Spanish equivalent of the…
With Gratitude

Deacs Day of Giving: We (you) did it!
There’s no I in Wake Forest, but there will always be a WE! Once again, you’ve answered the call and created opportunities that will benefit deserving Deacs, right now and for years to come. We cannot thank you enough for all that you do for Wake Forest University.
Because of the generosity of many donors, students are able to pursue their education and follow their passions at Wake Forest. Thank you to the donors who have made all of this possible.
Recent News

Wake Forest, Palmer Foundation announce partnership to promote leadership and character through golf
The Arnold & Winnie Palmer Foundation and the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University are forming a partnership to promote leadership and character development through youth golf programs around the world and to support student-athletes at Wake Forest.

Senior Eli Leadham named Schwarzman Scholar
Eli Leadham (’26) has been named to the 2026-27 class of Schwarzman Scholars, one of the world’s most prestigious graduate fellowships.

Pro Humanitate & Winning Championships: Wake Forest celebrates historic $20 million gift from Bob McCreary, launches the McCreary Triple Double Challenge
Wake Forest University announced a transformational $20 million gift from longtime benefactor and football alum Bob McCreary (’61), one of the most generous philanthropic leaders in Demon Deacon history. In tandem with this historic gift, Wake Forest is launching the McCreary Triple Double Challenge: a $100 million Initiative, a bold and future-defining fundraising effort for student-athlete success and competitive excellence.