"The fellowship I received as a student in Slavic Languages and Literatures greatly impacted my academic development. It is fellowships like this that allow graduate students to learn more and to pass that knowledge to our students, peers, academia, and to all those who surround us." - Biljana Konatar, ‘23; Slavic Languages and Literatures; University of Washington College of Arts & Sciences Husky Giving Day feature of Biljana with a photo of her with the City of Seattle skyline in the background

Biljana Konatar is "forever grateful" to have been awarded a fellowship during her graduate studies in Slavic Languages and Literatures. This #HuskyGivingDay, you can make an impact on the experience of #UWArtSci students like Biljana! together.uw.edu/i/hgd/collec... #PhilanthropyFriday

This #PhilanthropyFriday we'd like to thank Andrew & Bernie, whose yearly contributions have funded dozens of repairs within the community! Without the consistent backing of donors like them, our reach would be severely limited, so our heartfelt gratitude goes out to them and all our donors!

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP Logo Supporter Spotlight Keith & Patricia Image of AHIP workers & volunteers Supporters of AHIP's mission since 2015, Keith & Patricia are firm believers in the importance of affordable housing through critical repair. Their backing is vital in ensuring continued service to our neighbors in need. Have you made your mark on our community? Donate today! QR code with "Scan here" below $100 can cover new electrical panels, a key preventative measure for house fires. Thank you Keith & Patricia for your aid in making this work possible!

This #PhilanthropyFriday we highlight returning donors Keith & Patricia, whose generous contributions have funded multiple repairs since they came to AHIP in 2015! Thank you for your giving spirit 💙

You can join Keith & Patricia in their efforts by donating to critical home repair today!

Today is a very special #PhilanthropyFriday as we share the results of our holiday campaign... our fantastic network of housing advocates raised over $229,000 for critical home repairs this season!!

Thank you so much to everyone who gave for this important cause 🥲 We intend to honor that trust!

This #philanthropyfriday highlights Westminster Presbyterian Church here in Charlottesville, who named AHIP as one of their benevolence grant beneficiaries this season! We intend to fully honor the program's mission of bringing justice to our community, and home repair is a great way to do so 😊

More and more folks are in the holiday spirit, and this #PhilanthropyFriday we're celebrating two new donors, Chris & Rikki, who have joined us in supporting our neighbors in need this season ❤️ We're more than halfway to our $200,000 goal, so give today if you can! https://ahipva.org/about/donate/

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This #PhilanthropyFriday we're expressing our gratitude for the folks over at Evergreen Home Builders who have contributed to AHIP's holiday campaign! Their donation will be of great help in our home repair efforts. If you'd like to join the cause, give today! https://ahipva.org/about/donate/

This #PhilanthropyFriday celebrates another pair of long-term supporters, Brock and Cindy! Well-established county locals, they've backed AHIP's work year after year since 2018. Thank you for your support!

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP Logo AHIP Partner Spotlight Madison House logo Student volunteers from UVA consistently back AHIP's mission with volunteer work, freeing up our crew. This week, we did deck staining for a city client to protect against the wear and tear of weather! Pictures of Madison House students applying deck stain, along with before/afters of the stain application Thank you to all the students who've put in time on our sites!

Closing out our week with a #philanthropyfriday feature on Madison House! These UVA volunteers consistently seek opportunities to support our work, which took the form this week of deck staining for a city client 😊 We're grateful for such steadfast partners, and wishing all a safe weekend!

Closing out the week this #PhilanthropyFriday with Dennis & Melody! These passionate community members have been with us for 8 years now, and their support means the world 😊 Wishing all a wonderful weekend, and thank you to our backers!

This #PhilanthropyFriday highlights our supporters at Women United in Philanthropy! There are many women, especially single mothers, in our community who face financial crises on a regular basis, and thanks to WUP's support, AHIP is working to connect them with the help they need 😊

Shout out to our President’s Cabinet! Their advocacy amplifies our mission, sparks new connections, and inspires others to learn about the MDI Bio Lab's research and education programs throughout the year! 🧪 🤝 🍎

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This #PhilanthropyFriday we're highlighting Heather, a recurring donor with AHIP since 2022! Her contributions have provided another key source of stability in uncertain times for our team, and we're ever-grateful for the impact it has on our clients ❤️ Thank you so much Heather!

Closing out another productive week with our newest #PhilanthropyFriday focus: the Bank of America Charitable Foundation! For nearly two decades their financial backing has been crucial to providing this service to those who need it most, and we're thankful to have them in our corner 😊

This #PhilanthropyFriday we’re thanking another donor who joined us this past year, Jayne! As a long-time member of our community, she’s seen many examples of AHIP’s work, and we’re glad to have her support for the mission 😊

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP Logo AHIP Partner Highlight CAAR Foundation @CAARFoundation While CAAR has been a long term supporter of AHIP's work, the newly-established CAAR Foundation is working to connect local realtors with opportunities to back our work in the community more directly, both through funding and volunteer assistance Pictures of AHIP repairs and a newly installed front stairway Thank you for reinvesting in the communities you serve with critical repair services!

This #PhilanthropyFriday we're highlighting another fantastic AHIP partner, the CAAR Foundation! This organization connects local realtors looking to donate with vetted projects focused on improving our community, and AHIP is honored to be one such beneficiary 😊

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP Logo AHIP Partner Highlight Anne & Gene Worrell Foundation Since 2016, the Foundation has provided steadfast financial support for AHIP's mission, in honor of their founders' unending pursuit to preserve the communities which shaped them! Image of an AHIP project home & a worker installing roofing on a home in need Thank you for ensuring our work reaches as many households in need as possible!

This #PhilanthropyFriday, AHIP would like to highlight our wonderful partners at the Anne & Gene Worrell Foundation! Their steadfast grant support has been a critical source of stability and flexibility for our work, and we can’t thank them enough 😊

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP logo AHIP Partner Highlight The Otter Guys logo Picture of Otter Guys crew working on an AHIP client's sewer pipe repair The Otter Guys' expert team has provided assistance across a number of AHIP projects (including last week's Orangeburg pipe replacement) Their work on AHIP sites always meets the same stringent standards we hold ourselves to! Thank you for your hard work in support of a safer community!

This #PhilanthropyFriday we’re celebrating one of our community partners who makes this work possible in a very direct way: The Otter Guys!

Partners like them help us maximize our reach by conducting repairs for AHIP’s clients while our crew is occupied on other sites; thank you for your work 😊

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP Logo AHIP Long-Term Supporter Spotlight Carol & Jack Weber Fund via CACF Home repair advocates since 2015, these community members’ vital role in our mission can hardly be understated! Did You Know the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation works with local families looking to ensure their charitable contributions go to programs that match their philanthropic interests? Numerous households in our community conduct their AHIP contributions through CACF! Thank you Carol & Jack, for ensuring this work continues unabated! AHIP employee & client #SafetAtHome

This #PhilanthropyFriday we're celebrating one of the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation's family funds, the Carol & Jack Weber Fund! Carol & Jack have backed our work since 2015, and their support is crucial ❤️

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP Logo AHIP New Supporter Spotlight Kelly N. Welcome to our team of safe housing advocates! A local real-estate firm member, Kelly has seen the impact housing can have on a family’s sense of security firsthand! Did You Know as of last month, two-thirds of our clients in FY25 were elderly? As we continue to experience unprecedented heat, it’s more important than ever to ensure that our elder community members have proper cooling and mobility aids to avoid heat and fall-induced health crises Image of an external aluminum ramp installed on an AHIP client's porch Thank you for your support Kelly; we hope you’ll stick with our mission in the years to come!

This #PhilanthropyFriday we want to thank someone who just joined our list of supporters this prior fiscal year, Kelly N! As part of a local real estate firm, she knows firsthand how crucial of a role one's home plays in their well-being. Thank you for your support ❤️

#PhilanthropyFriday AHIP Logo AHIP Long-Term Supporter Spotlight Mike & Mary C. Image of AHIP team members working on a site Steadfast supporters of AHIP's mission since 2012! As long-time residents of greater Charlottesville, Mike & Mary recognize the importance of housing preservation in keeping our neighbors Safe at Home! Did You Know regularly recurring gifts can be a major boon to nonprofit operations? They allow for effective long-term planning, and even small gifts given consistently can add up into an amazing contribution overall! Thank you Mike & Mary for helping us protect our neighbors, both now & in the future!

This #PhilanthropyFriday we wanted to highlight another long-time supporter of our mission, this time in the form of locals Mike & Mary! Since 2012, they've helped us make our community safer for all who live here, and we're grateful for it 😊

Emily Spaulding Ph.D.

A major step forward in #neurobiology research at MDI Bio Lab! Our first-ever endowed faculty chair is thanks to a generous anonymous donor.

Dr. Emily Spaulding will serve as the inaugural George Wojtech Chair in Neurobiology. 🧠

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As part of our celebration for fiscal year’s end, we’re kicking off a new weekly feature in #PhilanthropyFriday to celebrate the people who make AHIP’s work possible! Today we’re starting things off with Twice Is Nice, and look forward to highlighting others in the days to come 😊

Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Karl John Karnaky, Jr.

When Karl Karnaky’s family reflects on his long career in science, one place stands out — MDI Bio Lab. It was more than just a summer retreat for experimentation; it was the catalyst that shaped his identity as a scientist and as a mentor.

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Corporation

MDI Bio Lab Corporation members make a big impact — now is the time to sign up!

Save the date: Our Annual Meeting is July 24. Whether you're joining us for the first time or renewing your membership, you're an essential part of our journey.

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Monthly Giving

💙 Science shapes the future—and you can be part of it!

Monthly giving to MDI Bio Lab supports the scientists and students working toward medical breakthroughs. Join our Monthly Giving Society — the Catalysts Circle — and invest in the power of discovery. 🧪 🤝

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Impact Report 2024

In 2024, we made incredible strides in research, innovation, and scientific discovery—thanks to the generosity of our donors. Your support is shaping the future of science.

Explore our 2024 Impact Report to see the milestones and breakthroughs you helped make possible. #philanthropyfriday

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