About the Endowment
About A Billion Pennies
About Pat
The University of Dayton (UD) is a top-tier national Catholic research university dedicated to service, leadership, and building strong communities. With a mission rooted in faith and action, UD prepares students to make a meaningful difference in the world while offering an education that blends academic excellence with heart.
The University of Dayton endowment is all about creating lasting opportunities. Endowments like this are built from the generosity of donors who believe in something bigger than themselves—supporting students and changing lives for generations to come.
Here’s how it works: the funds are invested so they keep growing over time, and only the earnings are used to provide consistent, dependable scholarships. This isn’t a rainy-day fund; it’s designed to ensure students have access to life-changing education for years to come.
The A Billion Pennies Scholarship will support a student who is attending the University of Dayton.
By helping young people, this scholarship keeps his legacy alive while empowering future Flyers to achieve their dreams.
Pat Brice was one of a kind. An amazing comic and a true Chicago guy, he lit up every room he walked into. Pat grew up in Bridgeport, went to Saint Ignatius High School, and graduated from the University of Dayton. He was also a die-hard White Sox fan—he had jokes, heart, and loyalty in spades.
Pat was known as one of the best comedians in Chicago during his time, and his humor still brings smiles to those who knew him. Sadly, he passed away in 2007, just before his 30th birthday.
To honor Pat’s legacy, we’re raising money to send kids to college—helping others chase their dreams just like Pat chased his.
Board of Directors
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Dan Brice
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Keith Ellett
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Greg Gerba
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Tom Hack
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Chip Hurt
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Bridget Kelly
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Greg Kevane
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Chuck Pointer