Video Series: You Rise, We Rise
11/9/2022 8:43:00 AM | General, Cougar Pride
Houston Rise campaign galvanizes support ahead of Big 12 Conference move
HOUSTON – When the Houston Rise campaign was launched in June, the mission was clear: provide the University of Houston the resources needed to compete, and win, in the Big 12 Conference while diversifying and growing the support base. Here are the stories of just a few who have eagerly accepted the call to action.
When you support Cougar Pride's "Houston Rise" campaign, you provide University of Houston student-athletes the means to excel in the Big 12 Conference.
For the better part of two decades, Cougar Pride Athletic Fund members Dena and Don Houchin have been ardent supporters of Houston Athletics. The Houchin's generosity will impact several areas of Houston Athletics, including the Football Operations Center and improvements to facilities supporting Men's Basketball, and Men's and Women's Golf at the Golf Club of Houston.
Bolstered by the momentum behind the Houston Rise campaign, Houston Athletics is building towards one of the strongest fundraising years on record for the department. Generous donors have responded to the campaign's important call, with recent contributions fueling confidence and excitement.
Houston Rise campaign continues its climb as former Cougar Men's Basketball standout David Marrs commits $2 million towards Guy V. Lewis Development Facility.
Former Houston Football offensive lineman James Hong ('05) inspiring a growing number of Cougar Athletics alumni to join Houston Rise capital campaign and be counted.
Matthew and Laura Hogue's selfless support embodies spirit of University of Houston's Houston Rise campaign.
A member of Jack Pardee's legendary Cougar teams from the late 1980's, Mike Holley has parlayed his UH experience into an incredibly successful business career. Fortunate enough to have the opportunity to support Houston Rise, Holley has come forward with an investment that reflects his dedication to a championship future for Cougar Football.
University of Houston and TDECU announced in principle on Thursday, Sept. 8, a partnership extension that will allow Houston's largest credit union to maintain naming rights of TDECU Stadium and expand its support of the University through at least 2034 with a new financial investment exceeding $20 million.
Houston Football Head Coach Dana Holgorsen on his support for the Houston Rise campaign and commitment to the University of Houston.
University of Houston young alumni like Cole Conner ('21) have stepped up to the plate to support Cougar Pride as Houston readies for its move to the Big 12 Conference.
The University of Houston Athletics Department announced Tuesday a substantial boost to the Houston Rise capital campaign from a family synonymous with Houston Cougar Athletics. A $5 million pledge from Tricia and Rusty Penick represents another significant step forward for Houston Rise and fundraising for the Football Operations Center (FOC), the campaign's fundamental priority.
The University of Houston Athletics Department announced a $1 million pledge from Houston's Board of Regents Vice Chair Jack Moore and his wife, Debbie. The Moore family gift will support the construction of the Football Operations Center, the centerpiece of the Houston Rise campaign. Regent Moore's commitment commemorates decades of leadership, with this latest contribution an important expression of faith in the future of Houston Athletics.
Former Houston Football student-athlete Saleem Fernandez personified his passion and dedication to the University of Houston with a major gift commitment to Houston Rise.
The University of Houston Athletics Department and Shipley Do-Nuts have launched a strategic, multi-year partnership that establishes Shipley as the official coffee, do-nut and cold brew of the Houston Cougars. The largest partnership of its kind in Shipley's history, the multi-year collaboration will concentrate on elevating Shipley's new coffee and cold brew line as the option of choice for consumers. The partnership also advances the Houston Rise campaign, with 50% of Shipley's investment dedicated to the construction of the Football Operations Center.
Scott and Jocelyn Zamir share the importance of giving back to the Houston Rise campaign while discussing how the University of Houston has impacted their lives.
When you support Cougar Pride's "Houston Rise" campaign, you provide University of Houston student-athletes the means to excel in the Big 12 Conference.
For the better part of two decades, Cougar Pride Athletic Fund members Dena and Don Houchin have been ardent supporters of Houston Athletics. The Houchin's generosity will impact several areas of Houston Athletics, including the Football Operations Center and improvements to facilities supporting Men's Basketball, and Men's and Women's Golf at the Golf Club of Houston.
Bolstered by the momentum behind the Houston Rise campaign, Houston Athletics is building towards one of the strongest fundraising years on record for the department. Generous donors have responded to the campaign's important call, with recent contributions fueling confidence and excitement.
Houston Rise campaign continues its climb as former Cougar Men's Basketball standout David Marrs commits $2 million towards Guy V. Lewis Development Facility.
Former Houston Football offensive lineman James Hong ('05) inspiring a growing number of Cougar Athletics alumni to join Houston Rise capital campaign and be counted.
Matthew and Laura Hogue's selfless support embodies spirit of University of Houston's Houston Rise campaign.
A member of Jack Pardee's legendary Cougar teams from the late 1980's, Mike Holley has parlayed his UH experience into an incredibly successful business career. Fortunate enough to have the opportunity to support Houston Rise, Holley has come forward with an investment that reflects his dedication to a championship future for Cougar Football.
University of Houston and TDECU announced in principle on Thursday, Sept. 8, a partnership extension that will allow Houston's largest credit union to maintain naming rights of TDECU Stadium and expand its support of the University through at least 2034 with a new financial investment exceeding $20 million.
Houston Football Head Coach Dana Holgorsen on his support for the Houston Rise campaign and commitment to the University of Houston.
University of Houston young alumni like Cole Conner ('21) have stepped up to the plate to support Cougar Pride as Houston readies for its move to the Big 12 Conference.
The University of Houston Athletics Department announced Tuesday a substantial boost to the Houston Rise capital campaign from a family synonymous with Houston Cougar Athletics. A $5 million pledge from Tricia and Rusty Penick represents another significant step forward for Houston Rise and fundraising for the Football Operations Center (FOC), the campaign's fundamental priority.
The University of Houston Athletics Department announced a $1 million pledge from Houston's Board of Regents Vice Chair Jack Moore and his wife, Debbie. The Moore family gift will support the construction of the Football Operations Center, the centerpiece of the Houston Rise campaign. Regent Moore's commitment commemorates decades of leadership, with this latest contribution an important expression of faith in the future of Houston Athletics.
Former Houston Football student-athlete Saleem Fernandez personified his passion and dedication to the University of Houston with a major gift commitment to Houston Rise.
The University of Houston Athletics Department and Shipley Do-Nuts have launched a strategic, multi-year partnership that establishes Shipley as the official coffee, do-nut and cold brew of the Houston Cougars. The largest partnership of its kind in Shipley's history, the multi-year collaboration will concentrate on elevating Shipley's new coffee and cold brew line as the option of choice for consumers. The partnership also advances the Houston Rise campaign, with 50% of Shipley's investment dedicated to the construction of the Football Operations Center.
Scott and Jocelyn Zamir share the importance of giving back to the Houston Rise campaign while discussing how the University of Houston has impacted their lives.
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