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Panthers’ David and Nicole Tepper donate $250,000 to support women’s athletics at UNC Charlotte

By WFAE staff and wire reports

March 18, 2026 at 10:13 AM EDT

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and his wife, Nicole Tepper, are donating $250,000 to UNC Charlotte to support women’s athletics at the university.

The Teppers announced the gift on Tuesday at a luncheon, according to school officials.

UNC Charlotte leaders say the money will strengthen programs for female student-athletes and support training, leadership development and overall student-athlete well-being.