Pathway Partners
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Your support fuels the journey of future healthcare leaders across East Texas. Through our donor tiers, we recognize the impact of every contribution from opening doors for young students to shaping the future of medical education in our region. Explore how each tier helps us go further, together.
Donor Tiers
Up to $500.00
What donors could receive:
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Certificate of appreciation from the Office of Pathways & Experiential Learning.
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Name/Logo listed on the Office of Pathways & Experiential Learning donor website.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Support supplies and materials for hands-on learning experiences for K-12 students.
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Assist in covering the cost of resources for students exploring careers in medicine.
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Fund transportation assistance for students/schools attending UT Tyler SOM workshops, events, or on-campus visits.
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Provide small stipends for student volunteers and mentors in pathway programs.
$501.00 - $1,000.00
What the donors could receive:
- All benefits from the previous tier.
- Recognition in event programs and materials.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Support pre-med students attending professional development events or MCAT prep.
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Provide meals for various events (e.g., panels, networking sessions).
$1,001.00 - $2,500.00
What the donors could receive:
- All benefits from the previous tiers.
- Invitation to an annual appreciation event.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Cover the cost of supplies for hands-on workshops, such as suturing kits or anatomy models.
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Sponsor a guest speaker or expert panel for career exploration events.
$2,501.00 - $5,000.00
What the donors could receive:
- All benefits from the previous tiers.
- Feature in UT Tyler SOM reports.
- Opportunity to meet program participants and see the impact firsthand through annual tours and event attendance.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Provide funding for summer pathway programs.
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Fund technology and software for virtual learning.
$5,001.00 - $10,000.00
What the donors could receive:
- All benefits from the previous tiers.
- Recognition on a donor plaque displayed in the Office of Pathways & Experiential Learning.
- Option to sponsor a signature event or program with branding and recognition.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Expand access to clinical shadowing or research opportunities for students.
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Fund the development of hands-on curriculum and learning opportunities for students in pathway programs.
$10,001.00 - $25,000.00
What the donors could receive:
- All benefits from the previous tiers.
- Feature in promotional materials that are displayed online and given to community organizations, students, families, and more (with donor consent).
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Fund a full-day conference or leadership retreat for pre-med students.
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Provide hands-on medical simulation experiences such as anatomy labs, clinical skills workshops, or VR-based training.
$25,001.00 - $50,000
What the donors could receive:
- All benefits from the previous tiers.
- Invitation to exclusive behind-the scenes events and tours.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Fund a cohort of students in a pathway program.
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Support Pathways Explorer programming and assist in getting it to more school districts.
$50,001.00 - $100,000.00
What the donors could receive:
- All benefits from the previous tiers.
- Recognition on a prominently displayed Wall of Honor inside the Office of Pathways & Experiential Learning.
- Be given a plaque to display in their office space.
- Opportunity to collaborate on a donor-directed program or initiative.
Possible ways funds could be utilized:
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Establish a scholarship fund for students pursuing careers in healthcare.
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Support new pathway programs for students.
$100,001.00 - $500,000.00
In recognition of gifts at this level, our team will work closely with you to craft a meaningful and lasting impact. Together, we'll explore opportunities for naming recognition, program development, and other ways to align your generosity with the future of medical education.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Develop a sustainable mentorship program connecting medical students/staff/faculty with pre-med students.
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Fund major technology upgrades for virtual and hands-on learning.
$500,001.00 - $999,999.00
At this level, your partnership helps shape the direction of our most ambitious initiatives. We will collaborate with you to design a legacy of innovation and opportunity that reflects the mission and vision of the institution.
Possible ways the funds could be utilized:
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Launch a new signature program to prepare students for medical school.
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Fund major program expansions, allowing existing initiatives to scale and serve more students.
$1,000,000.00+
Gifts of this magnitude transform our institution for generations to come. We invite you into a highly personalized conversation to explore how your generosity can create enduring change, from naming opportunities to the creation of flagship programs.
Possible ways the funds could utilized:
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Develop a flagship program or initiative for students.
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Support long-term investments in healthcare workforce development and medical education pathways.
Advancing the Mission Together
Donor support is the foundation of our work. With every tier of giving, we move closer to ensuring that the next generation of healthcare leaders has the resources, experiences, and encouragement to thrive. We invite you to join us in this mission.