The power of giving, the spirit of philanthropy

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Ever wonder what happens when you support MUSC with a charitable contribution? We want to tell you! Each month we trace donations to outcomes and share stories about the power of giving and the spirit of philanthropy in an e-newsletter called Thank-You Notes.

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Scholarships change lives

February 12, 2025

Donations to scholarships help transform the lives of MUSC students like Gabriela Ruiz-Coss, and the communities she will go on to serve.

 Person sitting on the floor of a van surrounded by documents and boxes, wearing a lanyard and navy scrubs. A large "Health" sign is visible in the background.

20 Years of CARES

January 17, 2025

Donations to the Medical University of South Carolina help support MUSC community outreach programs like the CARES Medical Clinic.

CJ Corriea

Alumni meet MUSC Day challenge

November 05, 2024

Because of a scholarship started by an MUSC alumnus, C.J. can focus on his future – one that promises to give back to the community he calls home.

Danny Aboujamra

Training tomorrow's doctors

October 24, 2024

With the support of our community and philanthropic partners, MUSC is creating new opportunities for doctors like Danny.

Teenage leukemia survivor

September 24, 2024

For most of high school, Addy Nelson endured intense treatment for leukemia. Today, she’s a cancer-free college student, with big dreams of working for the FBI

MUSC Dental Clinic Building

ASDA Scholarships

September 05, 2024

The ​South Carolina Dental Association Foundation is a loyal supporter of scholarships for dental students.​

A woman sits on a park bench, surrounded by greenery, enjoying a peaceful moment in the park.

Swinging For The Fences

August 27, 2024

30-year-old Kelly Bulak’s final act was to support research to find a cure for lung cancer.

Kajal Chaudhari standing in front of lush green bushes.

Scholarship honors alumna

July 19, 2024

When you support scholarships, you support deserving students like Kajal, who will be the first in her family to earn a master’s degree.

Renee Mayo in a white coat and smiling.

Past Patient/Future Pharmacist

June 13, 2024

The MUSC team who fixed a young girl’s heart inspired her heart for service. Now she pursues her dream career in pharmacy because of generous donors like you.

Alston Lewis and his parents.

Bagpiping Medical Student

April 15, 2024

Scholarships and an unexpected side gig as a bagpiper are making Alston Lewis’ dreams of becoming a doctor come true.

Nate Oberholtzer

Future of Cancer Medicine

March 19, 2024

Because of The Abney Foundation, MUSC is able to accept, fund and train passionate physician-scientists who will determine the future of cancer medicine.

Ashley Kelly with her Mom and grandmother.

Overcoming Obstacles

February 26, 2024

Third-generation nurse thankful for scholarships that made it possible to pursue two nursing degrees at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Spiro Vallis left with his scholarship recipient Samantha Bernstein and friend Phyllis Moseley

Loving Tribute

February 13, 2024

Spiro Vallis honors his mother with a memorial scholarship that supports future nurses.

Julia and Delaine Robbins

Why Give

February 12, 2024

Your will or living trust is a lasting statement of what was important to you during your lifetime.

Innovation Circle member Barbara Christie and MUSC pediatric surgeon Dr. Aaron Lesher

Harmonious Collaboration

January 25, 2024

Christie’s annual commitment to MUSC and her generosity in creating the residency research program qualifies her for our Impact and Innovation Circles.

A female student in a green dress and white coat, poses for a photo with the college’s dean, also dressed in a white coat.

Scholarship supports smiles

January 19, 2024

Scholarships help student pursue dental medicine degree at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Four MUSC medical students pose in front of sign for Saint Stephen Middle School. The students help provide community outreach.

CARES Clinic impact

November 15, 2023

The CARES Medical Clinic provides free medical services to the community and hands-on experience for medical students because of volunteers and donors.

An animal therapy volunteer in a red shirt and a canine volunteer in a red bandana kneel in a yard in front of a fence.

Sadie Spreads Smiles

October 20, 2023

Therapy dog volunteers lead the pack in fundraising on Giving Tuesday

Evey Adams in ceremonial graduate robes and spouse at MUSC College of Medicine Match Day 2023

First-generation doctor

July 26, 2023

MUSC College of Medicine alumnae help Evey Adams become the first physician in her family

Don Campbell and family

New lease on life

June 26, 2023

Life-changing treatment helps rewind the clock for patient with Parkinson’s disease.

Laarni Sanders stands in front of her home with her husband and three children.

Scholarships Open Doors

May 19, 2023

“I applied to MUSC, and just seeing all the doors open through donors and scholarships, it just solidified the path I'm supposed to go on.”

Facade of pharmacy building

New Pharmacy Building

April 25, 2023

More than a thousand generous donors made the new College of Pharmacy building a reality.

Members of the Volousky family smiling on a beach.

Eliza Cate's Story

March 25, 2023

Because of your generosity, families like the Volouskys find hope and a home away from home at the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.

Four MUSC students in front of a sign advertising the MUSC CARES clinic.

MUSC CARES Medical Clinic

March 16, 2023

Your support of the MUSC CARES Medical Clinic is critical to providing quality health care at no cost to the underserved populations of the Lowcountry.

Dr. Talati and Family

MUSC Alumna Gives Back

February 28, 2023

"I am more than grateful." MUSC alumna, Kamini Talati, D.M.D., gives back because of kind, supportive faculty

Tavarus Rowe

Scholarships

February 28, 2023

In MUSC's ongoing commitment to grow scholarships and reduce student debt, three students' lives have been forever changed.

A Wilson Family Tradition

Wilson Family Tradition

February 27, 2023

Impact Circle donor David Trachtenberg and his husband, Rick Wilson, have a personal reason for supporting the restoration of Waring Historical Library.

Olivia Jabber, Class of 2025

Dental Student Pursues Dream

February 10, 2023

Olivia Jabber was inspired to become a doctor because of her favorite TV show. We hope you’re inspired by her story.

Madison Sharp poses with the framed MUSC Alumni Association award

Giving Tuesday Impact

November 07, 2022

Giving Tuesday gifts have the power to change lives. For MUSC student Madison Sharp, the gift that supported his scholarship was an ‘answer to a prayer.’

Carol Richburg reads picture books with her grandchildren. Richburg wears the wig given to her by Racquets for Recovery.

Racquets for Recovery

October 11, 2022

Chemotherapy made Carol Richburg’s long silver hair fall out. A tennis tournament gave her a wig and the freedom to feel like herself while fighting cancer.

Joseph with his Beads of Courage. Each bead corresponds to an act of bravery, like an injection, X-ray, surgery or other significant milestone in Joseph’s treatment.

Joseph’s Sidekicks

September 02, 2022

Thanks to Joseph’s Sidekicks, the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital has a psychologist dedicated exclusively to helping families of children with cancer.

Marie White with her newborn son.

Mental Health Help for Moms

August 03, 2022

Thanks to a generous grant, new moms and moms-to-be can access free and confidential mental health treatment on-demand through MUSC Health.

Jennifer Winston with her four children

Jennifer’s Story

July 07, 2022

Generous people like you make it possible for Jennifer to pursue her dream career and a better life for her family.

Nicole Sartor receives her sash at the MUSC College of Nursing 2022 convocation

Nicole's Story

June 14, 2022

The first graduate of an innovative palliative care program is grateful for the scholarships donors like you help make possible.

The MUSC Campus

Endowed Chair Impact

May 12, 2022

See how Dr. Angela Dempsey is changing what’s possible for women and families because of a generous MUSC alumnus.

Kira Adkins

‘It takes a village.’

April 12, 2022

At 16, Kira Adkins is MUSC’s youngest ever Doctor of Pharmacy student. When she graduates, it will be because of the support of donors like you.

Echo Buffalo

Scholarship Profile

March 11, 2022

Throughout medical school, scholarships from donors like you have made it possible for Echo to “go and climb a ladder” to success.

A bald teenage cancer patient poses in her hospital bed with two thumbs up. Her head rests on a pillow with a bright green flower-patterned pillowcase, and she has a feeding tube in.

Peyton's Parking Passes

February 15, 2022

A thoughtful gift will help families who have a child with cancer staying at the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital.

Matt and Sheryl Prisby

A Love Story

January 11, 2022

Matt Prisby's enduring love for his wife, Sheryl, leads to a potential new treatment for women's cancers.

Medical University of South Carolina

The Collaborative

July 06, 2021

The collaborative approach to health care is changing what’s possible in South Carolina and beyond. And it’s fueled by people like you!

Shawn Jenkins at the dedication

Jenkins family says thank you

September 11, 2019

The Jenkins family, who gave a record $25 million to MUSC to build the new children’s hospital, is humbled by you and the generosity of this community.

Stuart Ames, CEO MUSC Foundation

Spotlight on Stuart Ames

September 11, 2019

Meet Stuart Ames, the new CEO of the MUSC Foundation. The Foundation manages the charitable gifts made to MUSC.

Jonathan and Laura Zucker

Patient and now advocate

January 09, 2018

It was a terrifying feeling for me to be in a room full of people I didn’t know, and they knew me clinically.

Dr. Rick Silver and Susan Pearlstine

Candy striper to benefactor

June 09, 2016

It’s so amazing to be able to do this and to change the world a little bit. I just want to improve the lives of sarcoidosis patients and their families

Edwin McCain and Darius Rucker in the restored boat, Harmony

This is the good stuff

February 16, 2016

Edwin McCain and Darius Rucker donate flipped boat to MUSC Children’s Hospital auction

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