How do we maximize Hispanic philanthropy?
The FIU Foundation Office of Inclusive Philanthropy held a panel discussion with local leaders on the culture of philanthropy in the Hispanic community. Moderated by Vice President of Development and Innovation Philanthropy George Corton, team lead of Hispanic Initiatives at the FIU Foundation Office of Inclusive Philanthropy.
George Corton named Vice President of Development and Innovation Philanthropy
George Corton named FIU Vice President of Development and Innovation Philanthropy. Under Corton’s direction, a team of 36 professionals achieved record-breaking fundraising totals, including $114.2 million in fiscal year 2020-2021.
George Corton Co-Founder of New Office of Inclusive Philanthropy
George Corton serves as co-founder of the first Foundation Office for Inclusive Philanthropy in all of higher-education. The university has raised $10 million in support of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives since announcement of institutional Equity Action Initiative
George Corton Leads FIU to Record Breaking Fundraising Amid Global Pandemic
Amidst all of the uncertainty of the COVID-19 crisis, FIU not only achieved its fundraising goals, but also set its own new record: nearly $76 million during this past fiscal year.
George Corton Closes $5 Million Gift from Bacardi to FIU
George Corton works with Bacardi leadership on a signature $5 Million gift to create the first Center for Spirits Education at a university globally.
FIU Foundation Development Team Leads Seminar in Mexico for University Officials
Chief representatives from Mexico’s state universities recently tapped the expertise of key fundraising professionals at Miami’s public research university to help boost philanthropy at their institutions.
American Airlines Dinner Series at Kaido by Brad Kilgore
Chef Bradley Kilgore, a South Florida favorite and 2018 James Beard Award semifinalist, is drawing attention to Miami’s rapidly growing culinary scene.
New Initiative to Show the History of Cuba’s Exiles
George Corton, the associate vice president of development and the fundraiser for the initiative said CasaCuba was created out of a Board of Directors meeting two years ago. “The law school had just acquired a significant legal collection,” Corton said. “So, it’s almost like you went into a law firm pre-Castro.”
FIU Receives Largest Gift From Alumnus Chad Moss
Chad Moss ’94 has made the largest donation from an alumnus in FIU history. His $10 million gift to the College of Engineering & Computing will create the newly named Moss School of Construction, Infrastructure and Sustainability. The contribution comes through the charitable foundation of his company, Moss & Associates.
George Corton Closes Largest Gift in FIU’s History from Alumnus
Chad Moss, executive vice president of the Fort Lauderdale-based construction company Moss & Associates, has presented a $10 million gift to Florida International University''s College of Engineering & Computing, the largest donation by an alumnus to date.
16th Annual Torch Awards Gala at JW Marriott Marquis in Miami
Alumnus Chad Moss ’94 announced a donation of $10 million to FIU’s College of Engineering & Computing at the 2017 Torch Awards Gala.
Pi Kappa Phi has a New Home in South Florida
Among those privileged to speak during the dedication event were Theta Delta Archon Austin Nowak, Theta Delta Founding Archon George Corton, FIU Senior Vice President Ken Jessell, and Pi Kappa Phi Chief Operating Officer Christian Wiggins.
FIU Alumni Go On Mediterranean Cruise Hosted by George Corton
The FIU Alumni Association is pleased to invite you to join George Corton, Assistant Vice President of University Advancement, as we explore lands steeped in history, mythology, and legend on our Eastern Mediterranean cruise.
FIU Alumni Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland
During March 2014, FIU alumni and friends traveled to Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day! The tour featured visits to Galway, Cork and Dublin and was hosted by George Corton, Assistant VP of University Advancement.