Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine

Your support as a donor fuels the mission of the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and paves the way for future physicians, physician assistants and scientists and crucial medical research advancements, all of which shape the future of health care close to home, throughout Appalachia and across the globe.

You can support the School of Medicine in a way that best fits your needs, interests and philanthropic goals. Every gift makes a tangible impact on the lives of students, researchers and ultimately, the communities they serve.

To learn more about how your generosity can move the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine forward, please contact Linda Holmes, director of development and alumni affairs, at 304.691.1711 or holmes@marshall.edu. Together, we are making a lasting difference in the future of health care today.

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Robert A. Hess, M.D. School of Medicine Challenge
$25,000
Robert A. Hess, M.D. School of Medicine Challenge
50 donors to any School of Medicine scholarship will unlock an additional $25,000 to support School of Medicine scholarships.
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Herd in the USA Challenge
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Herd in the USA Challenge
The first donor in each state will unlock an additional $183.70 to support graduate assistantships.
Early Participation Match Complete
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Early Participation Match
The first $18,370 in gifts will be matched dollar-for-dollar, doubling the impact of your support. Gifts up to $1,000 will be matched to ensure the greatest impact across the university!
$18,370 MATCHED
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Lunch Break Challenge I Complete
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$2,500
Lunch Break Challenge I
Completed
20 / 20 Donors
Completed
$2,500
Lunch Break Challenge II
Donate over your lunch break and be part of releasing $2,500! If we receive 20 gifts between 12pm-1pm EST, it will unlock an additional $2,500 towards Marshall For All, Marshall Forever!
20 Donor Goal
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$1,837
Last Gift of The Day
Will you be the last one to give on our Day of Giving to make your gift and maximize your impact? The final donation on Day of Giving will unlock $1,837.00 in additional funds to support graduate assistantships!
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OVP Foundation for Healthier Communities Challenge
$10,000
OVP Foundation for Healthier Communities Challenge
The OVP foundation was created to fund initiatives expanding access to health care, basic necessities, and social services to individuals and communities in need. The 25th donor to SOM scholarships will unlock an additional $10,000 to support School of Medicine scholarships.
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Marshall Green Social Media Challenge
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Marshall Green Social Media Challenge
Help us celebrate Marshall’s impact by sharing a picture of you repping Kelly Green or your favorite Marshall gear to your story. One lucky Herd fan will win a prize! How to enter: Post your picture to your Instagram story! Make sure you’re following @formarshallu Be sure to tag @formarshallu and include #MarshallUDayOfGiving! BONUS: Share this post to your story with #MarshallUDayOfGiving for an additional entry! The winner will receive a DM from @formarshallu on Friday morning.
Early Giving Challenge Complete
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$18,370
Early Giving Challenge
Thanks to the support of an anonymous donor, the Early Giving Challenge has been unlocked for graduate assistantships!
50 / 50 Gifts
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Rush Hour Challenge I Complete
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$2,500
Rush Hour Challenge I
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20 / 20 Donors
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$2,500
Rush Hour Challenge II
Make your gift between 6:30am and 9:30am EST and it will unlock $2,500 for Student Success!
20 Donor Goal
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The Final Countdown
Finish strong! If we receive at least 20 gifts in the final 4 hours, $10,000 will be unlocked in support of Marshall For All Student Success.
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Participating Groups
Academic Affairs Bill Noe Flight School College of Arts and Media College of Education and Professional Development College of Engineering and Computer Science College of Health Professions College of Liberal Arts College of Science Honors College Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine Lewis College of Business Marshall University Alumni Association Marshall University Foundation Marshall University Libraries Office of Financial Aid School of Pharmacy Society of Yeager Scholars Student Affairs
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