ALL AGGIES, ALL IN
What is the ALL AGGIES, ALL IN Campaign?
The “ALL AGGIES, ALL IN” campaign marks a historic milestone as North Carolina A&T State University’s first-ever, university-wide fundraising initiative dedicated to athletics. Led by campaign chair Willie A. Deese and managed by the Aggie Athletic Foundation, the effort seeks to generate vital support for student-athlete scholarships, enhanced academic resources, and much-needed facility upgrades. With an ambitious fundraising goal of $15 million the campaign underscores the university’s commitment to empowering Aggie athletes both on the field and in the classroom.
“Funds raised will go exclusively to student athlete scholarships, freeing up critical funding to support NIL needs in the new financial landscape of college sports. Make your gift to ALL AGGIES, ALL IN: GET IN WHERE YOU FIT IN today!”
– Earl M. Hilton, Athletics Director, North Carolina A&T State University
The Purpose
The purpose of the ALL AGGIES, ALL IN” campaign is to strengthen all 18 men’s and women’s athletic programs at North Carolina A&T State University. By rallying alumni and supporters, the campaign is designed not only to provide immediate resources for scholarships, academic support, and facilities, but also to build a lasting culture of philanthropy that sustains Aggie athletics for generations to come.
Through this effort, the university aims to ensure that every team regardless of sport or gender has the foundation it needs to excel and that the spirit of giving becomes a core part of the Aggie experience.
Focus Areas
The ALL AGGIES, ALL IN Campaign is committed to supporting scholarships, academic resources, nutrition, and training facilities at North Carolina A&T. By focusing on these key areas, the campaign ensures students have the financial support, tools, healthy meals, and athletic spaces they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Every contribution directly impacts these priorities, helping Aggies reach their full potential.
Scholarship
Nutrition
Training Facilities / Equipment
Academic Resources
Our Goals
ALL AGGIES, ALL IN has set an annual fundraising target of $1 million, with an ambitious stretch goal of $1.86 million and a super stretch goal of $3 million. For comparison, the average alumni support among CAA member institutions is $2.9 million.
The pace at which we reach these milestones will be determined by the collective commitment of our Aggie community. Their strong support has positioned us well as we transition to the public phase of ALL AGGIES, ALL IN, and we look forward to what we can accomplish together.
All Aggies, All In Campaign Leadership
Franklin McCain
Chairman of Aggie Athletic Foundation
Willie A. Deese
Chairman of All Aggies All In Campaign
James R. Martin II
Chancellor of North Carolina A&T State University
Earl M. Hilton
Director of Intercollegiate Athletics for North Carolina A&T State University
CAMPAIGN UPDATES
To keep everyone informed on the ALL AGGIES, ALL IN Campaign, we’re introducing a monthly scorecard that tracks our progress over the next five years. This scorecard shows how we’re doing in raising funds for scholarships, expanding our donor base, and engaging younger Aggies and supporters of A&T Athletics. It outlines the number of donors, donors under 45, and total dollars received and pledged, along with our goals for each. As the saying goes, “If you’re not keeping score, you’re just practicing.” We’re keeping score and we’re here to win. (Last update: February 3 2026)