Tag: Giving Stories
The Last Mile Scholarship: How EWU Helps Students Cross the Finish Line
May 29, 2026 by Emilia Klewin
There’s a certain kind of student story you almost never see in the news. It’s not the dramatic “I started with nothing, now I’m valedictorian” headline, and it’s not the movie-ready moment of tossing graduation caps into the sky. Honestly, it’s quieter than all that. It’s about the student who is so close to graduating,…
[Read more]‘Swoop In’ Fundraiser Inspires EWU Math Chair to Honor Family, Colleagues
May 26, 2026
For Carlos Castillo-Garsow, who made generous gifts to name multiple buildings, the signs are a great way to honor family members and colleagues who’ve made a positive impact.
[Read more]Investing in Potential: Associated Industries’ Bright Promise Scholarship
May 5, 2026 by Emilia Klewin
Opportunities don’t always come from perfect grades or a flawless resume. Sometimes, they come from persistence, real-life experience and the drive to build something better for yourself. That’s the idea behind the Bright Promise Scholarship, started by Jim DeWalt, the recently retired president and CEO of Associated Industries, a human relations services group based in…
[Read more]Giving Joy Day 2026: Campus Celebrates Generosity
April 7, 2026
This year’s spirited event had record participation.
[Read more]Giving Joy Day has Arrived!
April 2, 2026
EWU’s largest and most collaborative fundraising effort kicks off today, April 2, at the Catalyst, with special activities continuing into tomorrow morning and early afternoon on the Cheney campus.
[Read more]From Buildings to Staplers: “Swoop In” Lets You Name It All
April 1, 2026
The lighthearted fundraiser has naming opportunities available through the end of today!
[Read more]Scholarship Honors a Legacy of Caring
March 23, 2026
Eastern alumnus John Delbridge took on the tough role of teaching at-risk teenagers. A newly endowed scholarship in his name paves the way for future difference makers.
[Read more]Alumna Makes a Difference for Children and Families
Scholarships helped Blanca Lilia Hernandez realize her goal of becoming a child life specialist.
[Read more]Scholarships Help Future Teacher
March 20, 2026
Osvaldo De Los Santos plans to make a difference for elementary school students.
[Read more]Za’Kayla Jones Hits All the Right Notes
March 17, 2026
EWU music major Za’Kayla Jones is making a difference with her beautiful voice.
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