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Grady donors change lives every day. Their support removes obstacles and opens doors for students. It enables the world’s greatest creators and sharers of knowledge, our educators and researchers, to do more for our state and our world.

Give to Grady

The Dean’s Excellence Fund

Help Grady’s heart and soul, core operating fund respond to needs and opportunities for our students and our mission.

CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT

Building the foundation for a successful future begins with strong partnerships between Grady College and the industries we serve.

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Support a Department or Program

Journalism Excellence Fund

Journalism Excellence Fund

Supports students, faculty and activities of Grady’s Department of Journalism.

MFA Support Fund

MFA Support Fund

Provides support for the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Narrative Media Writing program, a two-year low-residency program designed to train writers in narrative nonfiction and screenwriting.

MFA in Film Excellence Fund

MFA in Film Excellence Fund

Provide support for the Master of Fine Arts in Film, Television and Digital Media program. Support shall include, but not be limited to, salaries, awards, scholarships, projects, research, students, supplies, travel, equipment, technology, facilities.

New Media Institute Fund

New Media Institute Fund

Provides for students and programs of Grady’s New Media Institute.

Peabody Program Fund

Peabody Program Fund

Supports the Peabody Awards program and its mission to recognize “stories that matter.”

Can’t find the fund you’re looking for? Several more funds that support our mission can be found on UGA’s giving page.

Contact Us

For questions about making a gift, please contact:

Sara Cook

Senior Director of Development

saracook@uga.edu(706) 224-8498 — cell
Journalism Building, Room 207-C
Learn More Read more about Sara

Taejah Harper

Assistant Director of Development

tjharper@uga.edu
Journalism building, room 237-B
Learn More Read more about Taejah

Additional Information

Explore the UGA Promotion and Tenure documents for UGA and Grady College.

Events

Cox Institute Dinner

This event is invite only. Location and other details will be provided on the invitation.

TEDxUGA 2025 – Destination

Our journeys are shaped by the people we meet and the places we explore. When we pursue new ideas, forge connections, and embrace new experiences, we deepen our understanding of one another and the world. The University of Georgia is a place where many paths cross for the first time, where ideas converge and new possibilities emerge. These moments of connection – on campus and beyond – remind us that the journey is as impactful as the destination. And now you’ve arrived at your next Destination: TEDxUGA 2025. For more information about the event, presenters, and more, please visit the 2025 event page. Learn more & Register: https://tedxuga.com/register/

Backlight

Backlight is a competitive festival that accepts submissions from undergraduate and graduate students at colleges and universities across the state of Georgia, with an average acceptance rate of 12%. Backlight accepts films in two categories: short-form (1-7 minutes) and mid-length (7-25 minutes).

Dawgs with the Dean Spring 2025

Students, faculty and staff are welcome to join Dean Davis for a hot dog lunch on the lawn (while supplies last). This bi-annual event is a College favorite and a great opportunity to network with others.

A Conversation with Doug Herzog

Join is for an insightful discussion with Doug Herzog about helming MTV and Comedy Central, while creating some of the most iconic comedy and reality programming of the last 30 years.

Grady College Prospective Student Day

Prospective Student Day is an opportunity for high school and transfer students and their guardians to learn more about Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. Current UGA students who are interested in applying for Grady College majors are also welcome. In addition to a guided tour, students will hear about admissions, eligibility requirements and programs of study. This event covers our undergraduate programs only. If you are interested in graduate program information, email anne.hurne@uga.edu. Register here to join us at Grady College Prospective Student Day!