Tech launches major athletics department fundraiser Gene Marrano April 20, 2021 1 minute read Virginia Tech has launched a $400 million fundraising campaign to bolster its sports amenities – and to heighten the university’s profile nationwide. Its called “Reach for Excellence.” Share: Post navigation Previous: On Weed Day, AAA says Va legalization presents traffic safety concernsNext: Alexandria residents charged with fleeing police on I-81 in stolen car Related Stories United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 Feeding Southwest Virginia President and CEO Pamela Irvine will retire at the end of the year after 45 years with the Food Bank Gene Marrano June 24, 2026